This week's spotlight includes: Blue Key Media, Minnesota Historical Society, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, and Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc.…
Job Title: Digital Visual Design (Sculptor) Intern
Organization Name: Blue Key Media
Wage/Salary: $13.50/hr
Opportunity Summary: Blue Key Media is seeking a dependable, hardworking, empathetic, creative video intern to join our team this summer. This summer video production internship is based in the Twin Cities at Blue Key Media's office in Edina, and runs from June 2026 through August 2026, with the potential to extend into Fall 2026. It is full-time, 30-40 hours per week, paid, and for active students. Applications close on March 22 at 11:59pm. Position may be filled prior to the application deadline, so don't delay!
Blue Key Media is passionate about serving purpose-driven organizations to help them sell, recruit, and fundraise more effectively through heart-focused, people-centered video storytelling. If you're passionate about creating docu-style stories that showcase emotion, impact, and heart– this is the perfect role for you!
In order to be considered, all applicants are required to submit a traditional resume AND a 30-60 second video cover letter. This video cover letter should feature YOU and capture your personality, explain why you are interested in the role, and let us know why you are the best person for the job! Have fun with it and feel free to get creative! Applicants who do not submit a video cover letter will NOT be considered.
Qualifications You Should Have
Entry-level experience of video production and post-production tools
Detail-oriented and skilled in time management to facilitate involvement in multiple projects
Quick learner and problem solver with a can-do mentality
Positive & curious attitude who is fascinated by the art of storytelling and video production
Active college student
For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting.
Job Title: Game Development Intern - AMG
Organization Name: Minnesota Historical Society
Wage/Salary: $16.50/hr
Opportunity Summary: We are seeking a motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented Production Assistant (PA) to support all phases of production for the four-part documentary series The Safe Space. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative documentary environment and wants to grow within a high-level storytelling team. The Production Assistant will support pre-production, production, and post-production efforts, ensuring smooth operations across departments. This role requires professionalism, initiative, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for documentary storytelling. This role is primarily on-site at our headquarters studio within the Black Youth Healing Arts Center. After a structured system and sustainable workflow have been fully established, hybrid and remote flexibility may be available based on project needs and performance.
Qualifications:
Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student, or have graduated within the past 12 months at the time of application.
Ideal candidates might be currently pursuing, or have graduated with a degree in the following areas: History, Archival Science/Library Science, Journalism/Media Studies, Film Studies/Media Production, Public History/Museum Studies
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to take initiative and anticipate production needs.
Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
Professional demeanor when interacting with interview guests.
Passion for storytelling and documentary filmmaking.
For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting.
Job Title: Museum Experience & Digital Media (Web Production)
Organization Name: United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Wage/Salary: $16/hr
Application Deadline: March 20, 2026 (12:00 pm EST)
Opportunity Summary: The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a federally chartered, nonpartisan institution that was created by the US Congress to serve as America’s national memorial to the victims of the Holocaust and an educational institution dedicated to the history and lessons of the Holocaust. The Museum seeks to educate Americans from all 50 states and all walks of life as well as international audiences. The Museum has three areas of expertise: Holocaust remembrance, Holocaust scholarship and education, and genocide prevention.
In carrying out its important memorial and educational mission, the Museum is guided by its institutional values for our workplace: Honor the memory of the victims; carry out our work with dignity, humility, integrity and respect for others; and strive for excellence through teamwork, rigor, and a culture of continuous learning. Consistent respect for others is the foundation for trust, collegiality and inclusion.
Minimum Qualifications:
Enrollment as a Junior or higher in an undergraduate or graduate degree program
Experience creating content for the web, including writing or editing copy
Experience working within a content management system to update websites
Familiarity with cropping and resizing images in professional photo editing software
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Familiarity with project management tools like Trello and Slack
Interest in Holocaust history
For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting.
Job Title: Internship: Twin Cities Live and MN Live Intern
Organization Name: Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc.
Wage/Salary: $16.37/hr
Opportunity Summary: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!
Qualifications:
Must be student enrolled in a degree program at a trade school, college or university which recognizes the internship for a class credit.
Must be available weekdays between 8:30am-Noon and/or 1pm-5pm. (not 5 days a week, schedule is flexible).
A self-starter that thrives under the pressure of strict deadline.
Excellent research and writing skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
A passion for local programming and storytelling is critical.
Working knowledge of the internet and strong computer skills are essential.
Reliable transportation, valid driver's license and safe driving record as determined by the Company preferred (driving record will be checked).
For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting.
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