Content Producer Internships
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CONTENT CREATOR INTERNSHIP
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At Athletic Brewing, we are on a mission to revolutionize the beer industry and we are doing it with a team of doers. We move quickly, we hold a high bar, and we reward performance. We are a company of hard workers and dedicated professionals who take ownership, drive results, and want their impact to be visible.
We believe in merit, accountability, and earning opportunities through contribution. High performers grow here. If you are motivated by building, improving, and winning as a team, you will thrive at Athletic.
Through our products and our people, we believe we can positively impact health, activity, and opportunity in our communities. We actively seek representation from diverse backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.
About the Role
We're looking for a proactive, culturally plugged-in Content Creator Intern to support our team in bringing the Athletic brand to life across digital platforms. This role is hands-on and fast-paced, assisting with concepting, shooting, editing, and publishing content on a weekly cadence — helping drive awareness, engagement, and brand love while learning what it takes to hold every piece to our quality bar.
Our Content Creator Intern helps tell the story of Athletic in culture and in community. This role is a mix of learning and doing, giving you exposure to how a content team thinks inclusively about whose stories get told and stays ahead of culture with fresh, innovative ideas. If you are energized by spotting trends in real time, contributing ideas in the room, and turning concepts into content quickly, this is where you will thrive.
This is a hands-on learning position. Success requires integrity in how you represent the brand, the accountability to follow through on assignments and deadlines, and a proactive, coachable approach to picking up new skills and opportunities as they come.
Job Responsibilities:
Content Creation & Storytelling
Concept, script, shoot, and edit short-form and mid-form video content as well as static assets using mobile and lightweight production tools.
Move fluidly from ideation production publishing — often within the same day.
Capture real-time brand moments, community stories, partnerships, and cultural trends.
Develop creative ideas that tap into real-time cultural trends, creator formats, and consumer passions.
Maintain brand voice, tone, and visual consistency across all platforms.
Collaborate with internal teams to bring brand campaigns, product launches, and key initiatives to life through social-first storytelling.
Assist in the production and editing of paid social video content.
Assist with creative productions.
Creative Innovation & Trendspotting
Stay ahead of platform trends, emerging formats, and creator best practices.
Pitch fresh, innovative content ideas weekly to keep Athletic culturally relevant
Experiment with new storytelling approaches, formats, and features to elevate brand presence.
Monitor comments and messages, identify opportunities for engagement, and help foster a positive and engaged community.
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be changed or assigned at any time, with or without notice.
Desired Experience/ Traits
Who You Are:
A proactive self-starter who takes ownership and consistently delivers high-quality weekly output
A strong visual storyteller with a deep understanding of what makes audiences stop scrolling.
Comfortable being scrappy - shooting on iPhone or lightweight tools, and editing content quickly without sacrificing quality.
Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Energized by feedback and motivated to continuously improve your craft.
A collaborative team player who communicates clearly and brings positive, high-integrity energy to the team.
Comfortable being on-camera or directing on-camera talent.
Skills and Experience:
Credentials: Attending University, prior intern experience is preferred
Strong understanding of social platforms, trends, and audience engagement strategies.
Excellent project management and communication skills.
Proficiency in mobile editing apps and video editing software is a plus.
Job Details
Location: Located onsite at our San Diego, CA brewery. In office 3 days a week required.
Salary: $20/hour
Hours: 20-30 hours/week
Duration: 4 - 6 months
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Primarily works in a seated position; however, standing, walking, bending, and reaching may be required.
May sit or stand for extended periods throughout the workday.
Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer, phone, and other office equipment.
Repetitive motions involving typing, clicking, and data entry.
Occasional lifting and/or moving of items up to 25+ pounds.
Prolonged exposure to computer screens.
Ability to manage frequent interruptions and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to perform tasks requiring visual acuity, including working with items at close range and adjusting focus, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to recognize and respond to instructions and alert signals in the work environment.
Content Producer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your Content Producer Internship Search
Apply earlier than the posting suggests
Large media companies and content studios recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing applications before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Build a rolling list of target employers and check it monthly rather than waiting for roles to surface.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for content producer internships expect limited work history, so your portfolio does the work your resume can't. Assemble two or three complete projects that show the full production cycle: a scripted and edited video, a series of published articles, or a produced audio segment, with the tools you used listed alongside each piece.
Work your campus network and apply directly
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. At the same time, apply directly to smaller production companies and media outlets running their own cohorts, since those roles rarely appear through campus channels and competition is narrower.
Practice your content producer interview format out loud
Content producer intern screens often include a creative brief response, a sample edit review, or a short writing or production exercise. Practice your response out loud before your interview, explaining your editorial or production reasoning as you go. Interviewers weigh how you think through a brief as much as the final output you produce.
Target structured content internship programs early
Larger media companies, publishers, and production studios run cohort-based internship programs specifically designed to train people new to content production. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often offer the most structured mentorship and project exposure. Identify the programs that fit your track and submit in the first application wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 18% of the content producer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting listings. Filtering by location and work type upfront means you spend your time on roles you can actually accept, not sorting through options that don't fit your situation.
Content Producer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a content producer internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For content producer candidates, a portfolio of published pieces, edited videos, or produced audio samples gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications to companies with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a content producer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For content producer interns, what actually drives it is consistent delivery on real assignments, positive relationships with the production team, and available headcount when your internship ends. Position yourself by treating every project as a portfolio piece and asking your manager early what a strong finish looks like.
When should I apply for content producer internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer cohorts the preceding fall, sometimes opening applications in August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking regularly and applying as soon as a role matches your availability gives you the clearest advantage.
Are content producer internships paid?
Most professional content producer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show pay where the employer chooses to disclose it. Nonprofit and some media organizations do offer unpaid or stipend-only arrangements, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should a content producer internship resume include?
Lead with projects rather than work history: two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used and link to the finished work, whether that's published articles, produced video or audio samples, or a curated content portfolio. Add relevant coursework in journalism, media production, or communications. Keep everything to one page.
Are there remote content producer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 82% of the content producer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from across the country, so apply early and use the work-type filter to find them before they close.
Can international students get content producer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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