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Join the Neighborhood!

Austin PBS, KLRU-TV is looking for an Education Intern to join our team. If you are a strong communicator, enjoy working with others, and are interested in supporting educational programs and outreach, we encourage you to apply!

About Austin PBS, KLRU-TV

Austin PBS is your locally owned, community-supported PBS station in Central Texas. With thousands of hours of programming across multiple platforms and hundreds of community events each year, Austin PBS has the potential to reach nearly every household daily.

Each year, we broadcast 35,000 hours of free, curated content across our four channels and the PBS app, covering arts, culture, history, public affairs, and both local and national news.

But we are more than just a TV station—we are a mission-driven nonprofit media organization. Our goal is to educate, inspire, and entertain Central Texans through engaging programming and community events. Last year alone, we hosted over 90 events with more than 100,000 attendees. Visit video.austinpbs.org or download the free PBS app to explore our local programs and learn more about Austin PBS.

Position Overview

Austin PBS is seeking a motivated and engaged undergraduate student to join our Education team as an Education Intern. This role offers the opportunity to support PBS educational programming and community outreach for youth (ages 2–18), educators, and caregivers. You’ll gain experience in content promotion, event support, data analysis, and digital resource curation, while contributing to our mission of providing accessible, high-quality educational resources across Central Texas.

This internship is ideal for students passionate about education, digital media, public engagement, or nonprofit work.

Role & Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain electronic devices (primarily tablets) for educational use
Maintain working links on Austin PBS Preschool Resource Guides and other curriculum documents
Analyze pre/post assessment data from Austin PBS workshops
Prepare metadata for ACC/Austin PBS education videos
Assist Austin PBS Education team at internal and external events (may include evenings & weekends)
Maintain inventory of Austin PBS Education supplies
Promote educational resources and our weekly Educator Newsletter to current and prospective teachers
Reach out to community agencies and pediatric medical facilities to build awareness of PBS KIDS media they and their clients can access

Benefits

Gain hands-on experience in educational outreach, data analysis, and public programming within a nonprofit setting
Develop skills in community engagement, digital resource promotion, and event support
Expand your professional network while supporting accessible and inclusive learning initiatives
Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven media organization impacting youth and families across Central Texas

Important Information

Applications Open: July 16–18, 2025
Deadline to Apply: August 8, 2025
Internship Duration: September 8 – December 12, 2025
Pay Rate: $20 per hour

Physical Demands

The working conditions are primarily a general office setting, with some self-provided travel to off-site events and engagements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Austin PBS believes that diversity is essential to our mission. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

Current undergraduate student, must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program during the full duration of the internship
Student must be available for a minimum of 13 weeks of this internship
Internship will be in-person, with some hybrid opportunities
15-20 hour weekly commitment, preferably working daily
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
Willingness and ability to travel independently to various off-site locations as needed.
Adept at social media
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus!

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