Fall 2026 Multimedia Producer Undergraduate Internship

The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve the systems of democracy and justice in the United States. We work to hold our political institutions and laws accountable to the twin American ideals of democracy and equal justice for all. The Brennan Center’s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving constitutional protections in national security policies. Part think tank, part advocacy group, part cutting-edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies. And we fight for them — in Congress and the states, in the courts, and in the court of public opinion. We are seeking an intern to provide video, editing, production, research and administrative support to staff in our Communications department with our Multimedia team. Note: This internship is in-person at our New York office. Responsibilities: All interns will assist with general research and administrative work for the Brennan Center, including coordinating meetings, and drafting routine correspondence. There will also be opportunities to attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on program work. In addition to administrative duties, specific responsibilities for the Multimedia team include: Assisting with creating video assets for Brennan Center’s digital platforms. Interns will also assist with video shoots, edit short-form video, research stills, motion and music for video production and provide general administrative work for the Brennan Center and Brennan en Español as needed. Fluency in Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing) is beneficial, though not required. Other responsibilities for the Communications Multimedia team may include the following: Assisting on video shoots, including set up and filming using cameras, lighting, and sound equipment Supporting with media management by ingesting and organizing video footage Researching and gathering video elements, including sourcing footage, stills and music Supporting team with video editing on Adobe Premiere Pro Monitoring and researching latest social media trends to help inform team on emerging trends that influence video strategy and publication Familiar working in a fast-paced environment, able to follow video production schedules and ensuring that deadlines are met Collaborating with various team members on projects, comfortable receiving, tracking, and applying feedback Ability to lift 40 lbs. Qualifications: The ideal candidates are independent self-starters, friendly, cheerful, energetic, punctual, resourceful, positive, detail-oriented, highly organized and must have a sense of humor! Interns must also have excellent research, writing and communication skills; a strong visual vocabulary, as well as a passion for our issues. Candidates should be proficient with Adobe Creative Suite with preferred experience in Premiere Pro, AfterEffects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. Experience with Zoom, Dropbox, Slack, Eventbrite, Canva, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word is also preferred (Software license will be provided by company.) We are committed to considering a wide range of candidates, including those with diverse experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to the nonprofit law and policy sector, returning to work after a gap in employment, looking to make a career transition, or seeking to advance your professional path, we welcome your application. If you’re uncertain about meeting 100 percent of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. In your cover letter, please describe your interest in the position and what you hope to contribute to the role. This internship is only open to undergraduate students for Fall 2026. Hours: Approximately 10 – 20 hours per week Pay: $18.40 per hour Duration: September – December 2026 Application Deadline: July 24, 2026 Note: The Brennan Center will follow the rules of your school regarding internships. Therefore, if a school doesn’t allow you to do a paid internship for some reason (i.e., receiving credit, etc.), then your internship will not be paid. In addition, if you are participating in a formal school internship program that allows you to work more than our stated hours, we will make a determination based on our needs and further assessment of your school’s program. To Apply: Please visit >>LINK HERE Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage interested students to apply early, as the position will be filled once qualified candidates are found. No phone calls, please. If you have difficulty with the online system, you may send your application by e-mail to: View email address on click.appcast.io with “Multimedia Producer Fall Internship” in the subject line, after registering in the online system. Applying through our website is strongly preferred. The Brennan Center for Justice is committed to a workplace based on equal opportunity and a strong belief in the increased effectiveness that comes from a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, ethnicity, gender identity, socioeconomic identity, sexual orientation, national origin, previous incarceration, disability, military veteran/status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. To this end, we welcome all qualified applicants to apply. Powered by JazzHR Brennan Center for Justice