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Think about becoming a USAGM intern!</h3> <p>We have numerous virtual and in-person internships within the Broadcasting and Program Support Areas.</p> <h3>Broadcasting Internships</h3> <p>Internships within USAGM Networks duties may include:</p> <ul> <li>Research and production of daily audio/video programming.</li> <li>Composition of special reports</li> <li>Research for stories or profiles, news events, features and special topics;</li> <li>Camera work</li> <li>Interviews</li> <li>Logging</li> <li>Transcription</li> <li>Organizing footage</li> <li>Collection of b-roll</li> <li>Writing</li> <li>Editing audio/video, mobile and social media.</li> </ul> <h3>Program Support Internships</h3> <p>Internships within USAGM Program Support Offices: Administration, Contracts, Public Affairs & Relations, Human Resources, Graphics, and Research duties may include:</p> <ul> <li>Research</li> <li>Writing/Policy</li> <li>Graphics</li> <li>Analyzing Data</li> <li>Preparing Reports</li> <li>Data Cleansing</li> </ul> <h3>General Information Location: Washington, D.C.</h3> <p><strong>Eligibility:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in an accredited college or university</li> <li>US Citizenship or have lived in the U.S. for three (3) consecutive years.</li> <li>Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation.</li> <li>An Explorer’s Mindset and a Willingness to Learn!</li> </ul> <p><strong>Compensation:</strong> Voluntary and unpaid (though a transportation stipend is provided)</p> <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provides “real world” experience in a diverse and dynamic international broadcast network.</li> <li>Enhanced skills, training, and mentorship.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Deadlines:</strong></p> <ul> <li>We are currently accepting applications</li> <li>A typical internship runs 10-12 weeks with the students working 20-35 hours a week</li> <li>If targeting a specific internship period, recommend applying in January-March for summer internships, in May-June for fall internships, and October- November for spring internships. 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In just ten weeks, I did so much: Helping to edit the organization’s annual report, organizing materials for World Press Freedom Day, and promoting BBG networks’ impactful multimedia projects (That’s just a few of many examples!). <a class="read-more" href=https://www.usagm.gov/2017/06/15/jeong-park/>Read More</a><br><br><strong>—Jeong Park,</strong> <br/>University of California, Los Angeles</p></div><div class="internship-sidebar-block"><h3 class="sidebar-article-title"><a href="https://www.usagm.gov/2017/01/03/cassandra-fernandez/">Office of Public Affairs</a></h3><a href="https://www.usagm.gov/2017/01/03/cassandra-fernandez/"><img class="bbg__mugshot" src="https://www.usagm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Intern_Cassie-Fernandez-200x200.jpg" alt="Cassandra Fernandez Profile Photo"></a><p>Working with the Public Affairs team at the BBG has been an amazing experience! Everyone in the office, as well as the entire organization is so welcoming and they are always willing to help or chat about any questions or interests you might have. I also appreciated how they involve you as much as possible and you are treated as an important member of the team. <a class="read-more" href=https://www.usagm.gov/2017/01/03/cassandra-fernandez/>Read More</a><br><br><strong>—Cassandra Fernandez,</strong> <br/>The George Washington University</p></div><div class="internship-sidebar-block"><h3 class="sidebar-article-title"><a href="https://www.usagm.gov/2016/08/30/josh-mays/">Office of Public Affairs Intern</a></h3><a href="https://www.usagm.gov/2016/08/30/josh-mays/"><img class="bbg__mugshot" src="https://www.usagm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Josh-Mays_BBG-intern-200x200.jpg" alt="Josh Mays Profile Photo"></a><p>This internship was a fantastic experience! The people are wonderful, the atmosphere is motivating, and I was able to learn a lot about U.S. foreign policy and world affairs while helping out the office. It was very different from the stereotypical internship experience — my views and ideas were respected and I was given enjoyable, significant assignments. <a class="read-more" href=https://www.usagm.gov/2016/08/30/josh-mays/>Read More</a><br><br><strong>—Josh Mays,</strong> <br/>George Washington University</p></div><div class="internship-sidebar-block"><h3 class="sidebar-article-title"><a href="https://www.usagm.gov/2016/06/28/greg-saperstein/">Office of Public Affairs Intern</a></h3><p>The BBG is a great place to work. Regardless of the office you work in, everyone, even from other offices, says hi to you in the hallways. 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