Community Programs Intern

The Community Programs Intern will assist with the operation and promotion of The Writers Guild Foundation's Writers’ Access Support Staff Training Program (WASSTP), a first-of-its-kind initiative to support the full inclusion and employment of underrepresented groups in the television industry, and The Veterans Writing Project, a yearlong mentorship program for emerging writers from U.S. military backgrounds.

The internship offers a nuanced perspective on the relationship between emerging TV writers and employers, as well as the challenges they face entering the workforce.

Interns may support any of the following projects depending on their primary areas of interest and professional background:

• Video Editing: Interns with video editing experience will review previously recorded interviews and craft dynamic sizzle reels to promote our community programs. Some original footage may need to be captured, so production experience is a plus.
• Community Outreach: Interns will use a variety of outreach techniques and online platforms to promote alumni for staffing positions in TV writers’ rooms and assist with the creation of the annual program lookbook. They may also assist with outreach and tracking for the Foundation's nonprofit community partner list.
• Research & Data Analysis: Through targeted research, the intern will identify potential areas of growth for the program both internally and externally. Data will be aggregated into an organized and visually stimulating report that will be shared with WGF's Board of Directors and other program affiliates.
• Event Planning: Interns will assist with the planning and execution of networking events and mixers with leading Hollywood development executives, showrunners, and other industry professionals. Some photography experience encouraged.

In this role, interns will gain an understanding of:

• The entertainment industry at large, with a particular focus on the impact of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in TV writers’ rooms.
• The operations of a small nonprofit and how to execute large-scale programming with limited resources.
• How to use creative social media and email campaigns to raise awareness about DEI initiatives.
• How TV shows are staffed and what hiring executives seek in emerging talent.
• Nonprofit management platforms such as Giveffect and Submittable as well as more common services like Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Squarespace, Studio System, Zoom, and more.

The internship will be active from August to December 2025. Ideally, interns will work 16 to 24 hours per week, depending on their availability, with occasional evening work required.

ELIGIBILITY & QUALIFICATIONS 

The Community Programs Internship is sponsored by the Los Angeles County Department of Arts & Culture. 

Since 2000, their Arts Internship Program has provided internships for nonprofit performing, presenting, film, media, literary, municipal arts, social justice, and social service nonprofit organizations. 

Los Angeles County Arts & Culture Department Eligibility Requirements: 

2025 Arts Internship positions will be open to currently enrolled undergraduate (2 or 4-year) and community college students who reside or attend college in Los Angeles County. Recent graduates may apply as long as they have completed their degree between May 1 - December 1, 2025.

Please note the following:

• Students who have already earned a BA, BS, or a higher degree are not eligible for the Los Angeles County Arts Internship Program.
• Students who have previously participated in the program are not eligible to participate a second time.
• Students must possess the legal right to work in the United States.
• Students who are invited to participate in the program will be asked to provide verification of eligibility via college transcripts, driver’s license, and other documents to show enrollment status and/or LA County residence.

Additional information about the Arts Internship Program and eligibility can be found here.

WGF Qualifications:

Community Programs Interns must be:

• Able to work in-person at WGF's Los Angeles office a minimum of two days per week (preferably on a Monday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Interested in diversity, equity, and inclusion, specifically in the context of the entertainment industry
• Able to conduct independent research, facilitate informational interviews, compile findings into an organized data presentation, and identify trends among a limited population
• Highly organized, self-sufficient, and friendly with a positive attitude!

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with a nonprofit organization
• Experience with web design, specifically on Squarespace
• Experience with video editing or graphic design
• Experience in journalism or similar media

ABOUT THE WRITERS GUILD FOUNDATION

Founded in 1966, the Writers Guild Foundation preserves and promotes the history and craft of writing for the screen. 

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, WGF is dedicated to uplifting the next generation of writers through initiatives like the Veterans Writing Project, Visiting Writers Program, Writers' Access Support Staff Training Program, and our community partnerships. 

We aim to create pathways for students and underserved communities to meaningfully connect with WGAW membership and make use of our educational resources.

Learn more at wgfoundation.org.