Video Editor Internships
Video editor internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working video editors, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Tevora, Terrain, and Wayfair among the employers posting roles now.
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If you haven’t heard of Tevora, it’s because we’ve done our job!
Tevora is a tight-knit community of professionals with a shared passion for our craft. Every day, we combine in-depth knowledge and intentional execution to help create more secure digital environments, and a more enjoyable workplace for all. To Tevorans, every problem is a puzzle in need of solving. We strongly believe that if we put smart, driven people in a room together, they will accomplish great things. We maintain a supportive culture that celebrates continuous learning, diverse perspectives, and sharing the wins. That's why we have our eyes on you.
About The Role
Tevora is seeking a Marketing Intern – Video Editor (Part Time) to support the Marketing team in creating engaging video content for our digital and social media channels. In this internship-level role, you will gain hands-on experience editing, optimizing, and preparing short-form and long-form video content while learning how social media channels and visual storytelling supports a complex B2B cybersecurity and compliance business. You will work closely with marketers across multiple disciplines, contributing to projects such as interviews, event recaps, informational videos, and social-first content. This is a great opportunity for a creative, detail-oriented student or early-career professional to strengthen their video editing skills, build a portfolio of real-world marketing work, and help shape the look and feel of the Tevora brand.
This position is part of a 10-week internship program and will require up to 20 hours/week of work. Schedule is flexible, but in-office attendance in the Irvine, CA office is required.
Essential Functions:
- Learn the Tevora visual brand
- Work closely with the marketing team to create interesting and compelling short-form videos for LinkedIn, our website, and other relevant digital platforms.
- Transform interviews, webinars, and event footage into social-friendly content.
- Incorporate B-roll, stock footage, branded graphics, lower thirds, captions, transitions, and other supporting visual elements to strengthen storytelling.
- Develop engaging video edits with strong pacing, hooks, and visual variety while learning how to effectively capture the attention of B2B and technical audiences.
- Perform basic audio cleanup, color correction, footage stabilization, and other post-production adjustments as needed.
- Create and adapt video content across multiple aspect ratios and formats, including 16:9, 1:1, 4:5, and 9:16.
- Organize and maintain video project files, raw footage, graphics, audio assets, and final exports using established naming and version-control conventions.
- Incorporate creative feedback and revisions while maintaining brand consistency, technical accuracy, and project deadlines.
- Complete in a timely fashion assigned tasks relating to the creation of various short-form videos as requested
- Keep an eye on social media trends and new editing styles for relevant, creative ideas that would translate to a B2B technical audience
- Some light copywriting, including editing of video captions
- Support for still-image social media graphics using software such as Canva
- Support the marketing team in daily administrative tasks
- Communicate effectively with internal teams
- Additional duties as assigned
Necessary Skills or Qualifications:
- Experience creating content for social media platforms
- Bachelor’s degree or completed coursework in Video Production, Digital Media, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field; or equivalent professional experience.
- 1–3 years of professional experience in digital content creation, video editing, social media, or related field.
- Basic understanding of video production, editing techniques, and digital storytelling.
- A strong interest in marketing and social media
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers and clients through written and spoken mediums
- Familiarity with basic video editing software including Canva, Adobe Premiere Pro or comparable professional video editing software, and/or others
- Familiarity with Adobe After Effects and basic motion graphics is strongly preferred
- Comfort working with Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to develop expertise in new technologies quickly
- Basic motion graphics and animation experience is a plus.
- Portfolio required showcasing video editing and social media storytelling skills. Can be in any industry.
Additional Qualifications:
- Valid driver's license as driving will be required in this role
- Eligible to work in the United States
Part Time:
- 20 hours/week
- Flexible schedule
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
If you haven’t heard of Tevora, it’s because we’ve done our job!
Tevora is a tight-knit community of professionals with a shared passion for our craft. Every day, we combine in-depth knowledge and intentional execution to help create more secure digital environments, and a more enjoyable workplace for all. To Tevorans, every problem is a puzzle in need of solving. We strongly believe that if we put smart, driven people in a room together, they will accomplish great things. We maintain a supportive culture that celebrates continuous learning, diverse perspectives, and sharing the wins. That's why we have our eyes on you.
About The Role
Tevora is seeking a Marketing Intern – Video Editor (Part Time) to support the Marketing team in creating engaging video content for our digital and social media channels. In this internship-level role, you will gain hands-on experience editing, optimizing, and preparing short-form and long-form video content while learning how social media channels and visual storytelling supports a complex B2B cybersecurity and compliance business. You will work closely with marketers across multiple disciplines, contributing to projects such as interviews, event recaps, informational videos, and social-first content. This is a great opportunity for a creative, detail-oriented student or early-career professional to strengthen their video editing skills, build a portfolio of real-world marketing work, and help shape the look and feel of the Tevora brand.
This position is part of a 10-week internship program and will require up to 20 hours/week of work. Schedule is flexible, but in-office attendance in the Irvine, CA office is required.
Essential Functions:
- Learn the Tevora visual brand
- Work closely with the marketing team to create interesting and compelling short-form videos for LinkedIn, our website, and other relevant digital platforms.
- Transform interviews, webinars, and event footage into social-friendly content.
- Incorporate B-roll, stock footage, branded graphics, lower thirds, captions, transitions, and other supporting visual elements to strengthen storytelling.
- Develop engaging video edits with strong pacing, hooks, and visual variety while learning how to effectively capture the attention of B2B and technical audiences.
- Perform basic audio cleanup, color correction, footage stabilization, and other post-production adjustments as needed.
- Create and adapt video content across multiple aspect ratios and formats, including 16:9, 1:1, 4:5, and 9:16.
- Organize and maintain video project files, raw footage, graphics, audio assets, and final exports using established naming and version-control conventions.
- Incorporate creative feedback and revisions while maintaining brand consistency, technical accuracy, and project deadlines.
- Complete in a timely fashion assigned tasks relating to the creation of various short-form videos as requested
- Keep an eye on social media trends and new editing styles for relevant, creative ideas that would translate to a B2B technical audience
- Some light copywriting, including editing of video captions
- Support for still-image social media graphics using software such as Canva
- Support the marketing team in daily administrative tasks
- Communicate effectively with internal teams
- Additional duties as assigned
Necessary Skills or Qualifications:
- Experience creating content for social media platforms
- Bachelor’s degree or completed coursework in Video Production, Digital Media, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field; or equivalent professional experience.
- 1–3 years of professional experience in digital content creation, video editing, social media, or related field.
- Basic understanding of video production, editing techniques, and digital storytelling.
- A strong interest in marketing and social media
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers and clients through written and spoken mediums
- Familiarity with basic video editing software including Canva, Adobe Premiere Pro or comparable professional video editing software, and/or others
- Familiarity with Adobe After Effects and basic motion graphics is strongly preferred
- Comfort working with Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to develop expertise in new technologies quickly
- Basic motion graphics and animation experience is a plus.
- Portfolio required showcasing video editing and social media storytelling skills. Can be in any industry.
Additional Qualifications:
- Valid driver's license as driving will be required in this role
- Eligible to work in the United States
Part Time:
- 20 hours/week
- Flexible schedule
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Video Editor Internship Market
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Tips for Your Video Editor Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large studios, networks, and media companies open summer internship applications the preceding fall, roles with June start dates often close by November or December. Smaller production companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so check for new openings regularly throughout the year.
Build a portfolio reel before you apply
Hiring teams for video editor internships evaluate your editing ability directly, not your work history. Assemble two or three complete projects, narrative cuts, promotional videos, motion graphics sequences, and host them somewhere reviewers can watch immediately. Name the software you used on each piece.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and your professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you can reach.
Practice your portfolio walkthrough out loud
Video editor intern screens often include a portfolio review where you talk through your creative and technical decisions on a piece. Practice explaining why you made specific cuts, color choices, or pacing decisions before your interview, interviewers weigh how you think through your process as much as the finished product.
Target structured internship programs built for newcomers
Larger media companies, studios, and broadcast organizations run cohort-based internship programs designed to train candidates new to professional production environments. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often include structured feedback and mentorship. Identify the programs that fit your focus area and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 0% of the video editor internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through listings, on-site positions may require relocation, while remote cohorts attract more applicants and close faster. Filter by location and work type first so you focus on roles you can actually take.
Video Editor Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a video editor internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For video editor candidates, a portfolio reel or showreel is the concrete artifact recruiters use to assess your actual editing ability. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a video editor internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for video editor interns is the quality of your work on real projects, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest in returning. Treat the internship as an extended audition, but have other applications running in parallel.
When should I apply for video editor internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large media companies, studios, and broadcast networks typically recruit summer interns the preceding fall, so applications for June starts often open in September or October. Smaller production companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, which means new openings appear year-round and it pays to check regularly.
Are video editor internships paid?
Most professional video editor internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, a large entertainment studio will typically pay more than a small regional agency. Listings show pay where the employer discloses it, so you can compare opportunities before you apply.
What should a video editor internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. List two or three complete editing projects, name the software you used, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and link to the work directly so reviewers can watch it. Add relevant coursework in film, media production, or motion graphics. Keep everything to one page.
Are there remote video editor internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the video editor internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from outside the local market, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get video editor 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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