Internship Database

This curated list includes approved sites where Pitt English students have had meaningful and positive internship experiences.
Note: This list includes limited film internships. For more information about film internships, visit https://www.filmandmedia.pitt.edu/undergraduate/internships.

To search the database effectively, open all three dropdown menus and use cmd+F (mac) or ctrl+F (PC) to locate desired terms (examples: "law," "journalism," "social media").

Internship Registration and Grant Applications Open (Spring '26)

Are you planning to complete an internship this spring? Now is the time to finalize details, get registered, and consider applying for a grant.

If your internship is unpaid or pays less than $15/hour, there is money available to fund your internship!

To find an internship, check the English Department Internship Database Regularly and explore Handshake and LinkedIn.

To get registered, learn key details under “Earn Academic Credit for Your Internship” at https://www.english.pitt.edu/undergraduate/internships and reach out to your advisor. Please be aware that registering for an internship involves standard registration processes, including adhering to add/drop and withdrawal deadlines.

To apply for a grant, see the attached PDF and this Qualtrics link where you can learn more and submit your materials. The deadline for grant applications is the spring add/drop deadline: Friday, January 23 at 11:59 pm.

Early grant applications are prioritized, so the sooner you apply, the better!

Remember, there is money available for your unpaid or underpaid internship, regardless of whether you are doing the internship for credit or not!

Questions? Contact Internship Coordinator Prof. Jeff Heinzl at engintern@pitt.edu.

+ Active Opportunities

Burson
- Sector: PR, Marketing
- Internship Category: Communications, Public Relations
- Paid/Unpaid: Paid
- Term: Summer 2026
Graduating in the spring and interested in gaining experience in communications at a leading PR firm?

The Harold Burson Summer Internship is a 12-week, paid internship for seniors graduating in Spring 2026. The program runs from June through August at our U.S. Burson offices. Interns work across our hybrid agency environment with team members and leadership to gain experience in integrated communications across consumer and brand, corporate and public affairs, creative, health and wellness, digital, performance media, technology, mobility and transportation, energy and industrials, and grassroots.

To apply, prepare a cover letter, resume, and 500-Word Essay Response and visit https://www.bursonglobal.com/locations/us/2026-harold-burson-summer-internship-apply-now.

Applications close January 9.
CMU College of Engineering Marketing and Communications
- Sector: Higher Education
- Internship Category: Communications, Marketing
- Paid/Unpaid: Paid
- Term: Spring 2026
Are you an excellent writer looking for an internship opportunity that will build your skills, portfolio, and network?

The Carnegie Mellon University College of Engineering Marketing and Communications team needs you. The team includes writers, editors, designers, and multimedia developers who share the stories of our college by translating cutting-edge technical, scientific, and engineering-based content into written and visual stories for a more general audience.

We are looking for a creative communicator to help us with a variety of writing and communications projects, such as:
- Science writing features and briefs
- Alumni and student profiles
- Documentation
- Editing and proofreading
- Fundraising materials
- Social media content
- Research and benchmarking
- Other projects based on skill set and interest
To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and three writing samples via email to: Bridget Decker, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at bridget@cmu.edu.

See PDF for full details.
Fletcher Free Library
- Sector: Public
- Internship Category: Marketing, Promotion, Design
- Paid/Unpaid: Unpaid
- Term: Spring 2026
Interested in a development and communications career that promotes the work of a public library?

The Fletcher Free Library seeks a creative and detail-oriented intern to help in the development of promotional materials, press releases, social media, and program marketing. The intern will work directly with the Development Manager and Communications Team and may support other library department needs. This intern will work independently and have a check-in meeting with library staff once a week, in person or by Zoom.

Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our Government Jobs website.
Application closing date December 29 at 11:59 pm.

See PDF for full details.
Human Engineering Research Labs
- Sector: Government, Higher Education
- Internship Category: Technology, Data Management, Disability Studies
- Paid/Unpaid: Unpaid
- Term: Spring 2026
Interested in learning the ins and outs of a leading platform used for survey design, participant-facing forms, and data management in healthcare, public health, and clinical research to develop a registry for individuals living with disabilities?

Dr. Jason Raad, a researcher at the Human Engineering Research Laboratories (HERL), is developing a new REDCap-based registry for individuals living with disabilities, their care partners, healthcare professionals, and community advocates who wish to participate in HERL research studies. This registry will play a critical role in advancing accessible technology, rehabilitation research, and patient-centered innovation.

We are seeking motivated undergraduate students to join this project. Interns will contribute directly to the design, development, and testing of the registry, working closely with the research team to build a robust, user-friendly database.

What You Will Gain:
- Hands-on experience with REDCap, a leading platform used in healthcare, public health, and clinical research.
- Practical training in survey design, participant-facing forms, and data management.
- Exposure to health services research, community-engaged research, and accessibility-focused study design.
- Opportunities to develop skills in data analysis, informatics, and research methodology.
- Experience that strengthens applications for graduate school, medical school, and research careers.
Who Should Apply:
This internship is ideal for students who are interested in:
- Healthcare or Medicine
- Public Health
- Health Services Research
- Rehabilitation Science
- Data Science or Informatics
- Psychology or Social Science Research Methods
Students from all majors are welcome; no prior REDCap experience is required.

Interested candidates should send a resume (or CV) and cover letter describing the applicant's interest in this project and/or our work at HERL, and how it aligns with their professional goals, to Mr. Josh Marino at josh.marino@pitt.edu.

HERL will be interviewing applicants on a rolling basis (so earlier is better) with the goal of finding someone by spring semester.
Library of Congress
- Sector: Public
- Internship Category: Library, Archival
- Paid/Unpaid: Paid
- Term: Summer 2026
Are you interested in a career in preservation and archiving, as well as in promoting awareness and appreciation of the Library of Congress?

The Library of Congress Junior Fellows Program (JFP) is a paid, 10-week annual summer internship program that enables undergraduate, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain career experience by working with analog and digital collections and supporting the services of the world's largest library.

Working with curators and specialists in various divisions, Junior Fellows explore collections, resources, and initiatives and produce products that position the Library of Congress as a dynamic center for fostering innovation, sparking creativity, and building lifelong connections.

With guidance from mentors, Junior Fellows are exposed to a broad spectrum of library work, including reference, archives, public programming, copyright, preservation, and information technology.

No previous experience is necessary, but internships are competitive and special skills or knowledge are usually desired. Selections are based on narrative responses to vacancy announcement questions, reference calls, and an interview with a selection official.

Program dates: May 18, 2026 to July 24, 2026

A complete application package consists of:
1. resume;
2. legible copy of latest college/university transcripts, and
3. responses to vacancy questions.
Note: All items must be submitted through USAJOBS during the open application period. Follow the JFP26 Onsite and JFP26 Remote links to apply. Incomplete application packages will not be considered.

Deadline: Friday, January 2, 2026

Complete details at https://www.loc.gov/item/internships/junior-fellows-program
PA Newsmedia Association Foundation
- Sector: Media
- Internship Category: Journalism, Broadcast
- Paid/Unpaid: Paid
- Term: Summer 2026
Interested in gaining in-depth, first-hand journalism experience in a Pennsylvania newsroom this summer?

Rising college juniors and seniors with current coursework in Journalism, English and/or Communications are invited to apply for the 2026 PNA Foundation Newsroom Internship Program. Selected interns will work at local Pennsylvania newsrooms from 10 to 12 weeks during the summer at a rate of $20 per hour.

The internship offers opportunities in broadcast, digital journalism, editing, investigative, photojournalism, sports, video journalism, and/or writing.

Locations include PA Media Group, Harrisburg; TheBurg, Harrisburg; York Daily Record; The Philadelphia Inquirer; Bucks County Beacon; The Morning Call, Allentown; The Philadelphia Tribune; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette; Erie Times-News; Trib Total Media, Pittsburgh; Butler Eagle; The Indiana Gazette/Latrobe Bulletin; and Bedford Gazette/Huntington Daily News.

Application materials:
- Required: Resume (include two references), current GPA and sample of your work.
- Optional: Short video clip or essay on why you want to intern, what you hope to learn from the experience and what you can bring to the organization.
To apply, visit https://pnafoundation.org/2026-pnaf-newsroom-internship-program-application.
Application deadline is Friday, January 16.
Pittsburgh Black Media Federation
- Sector: Nonprofit
- Internship Category: Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Social Media, Publishing
- Paid/Unpaid: Paid
- Term: Spring 2026
Interested in gaining first-hand experience in writing, reporting, and publishing?

The Pittsburgh Black Media Federation’s Chris Moore internship allows promising college students and/or recent graduates an opportunity to gain reporting, writing and marketing/communications/publication experience.

Chris Moore interns develop the tools and skills and networking to shape their own futures. The internship aims to provide students with first-hand experience writing, reporting, and publishing. Core responsibility to PBMF include social media management, writing news releases, and other marketing and communications duties.

Check out the attached flyer (PDF) and information packet (PDF) for additional information. Required application materials include a short essay about how your personal interests and career goals align with the PBMF Chris Moore Internship; resume; and at least one professional reference (name and email).

Application link: https://bit.ly/3Z6gLhG
Application deadline: December 20, 2025
WPTS Radio
- Sector: Higher Education
- Internship Category: Marketing, Programming, Writing
- Paid/Unpaid: Unpaid
- Term: Spring 2026
Are you interested in a career in media writing, programming, or marketing?

WPTS Radio – Pitt’s student-run FM radio station – is seeking a writing intern, a programming intern, and a marketing intern.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Interns must be University of Pittsburgh undergraduate students with strong written and verbal communication skills and general knowledge of radio and social media. Interns should also have basic computer skills and be able to complete tasks with minimal supervision. Familiarity with WPTS Radio and/or alternative music is a plus.

APPLICATION:
WPTS internships are available in fall and spring semesters. To apply, send resume and cover letter to Greg Weston at grw8@pitt.edu.

See PDF for full details.

+ Evergreen Opportunities

Allegheny County District Attorney's Office

Sector: Government
Internship Category: Legal
Contact: Sarah Weikart (sweikart@alleghenycountyda.us)

The Allegheny County District Attorney's Office offers internships that give students and aspiring legal professionals an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in public service and the criminal justice system. Students who complete this internship for credit currently receive that credit through the ENGLIT 1907 designation. Interested students should be prepared to submit a resume and cover letter outlining interest in the internship and any relevant experience.
See attached PDF for more details.

Allegheny Front

Sector: Media
Internship Category: Communications, Journalism
Contact: Kathy Knauer(kathy@alleghenyfront.org

The Allegheny Front covers environmental issues and how they intersect with the economy, health, technology, culture, and quality of life in western Pennsylvania. We are affiliated with 90.5 WESA, a public radio station in Pittsburgh. The Allegheny Front produces an award-winning half-hour weekly radio program (and podcast) that is syndicated throughout Pennsylvania. We produce audio news reports, feature and enterprise stories, special series, interviews and commentaries. Digital news reports accompany all of our audio reporting. Our staff includes two reporters, a producer/host and an editor. We collaborate with local, statewide and national media outlets. The Allegheny Front offers an internship catering to the intern's interests each summer. Applicants should be prepared to submit a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 writing or audio samples (including any relevant links). This internship position pays $15 an hour, funded by a Pitt English Department Internship Grant. In order to receive funding, you must fit these eligibility requirements:

Must be an English major (including DNID), minor, or certificate student, including PPW, Children's Literature, Public Communication of Science and Technology, and Disability Studies.
Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Must provide internship summary, materials, and thank-you for funder at end of the internship.
Must not have received an English Department Internship Grant previously.

CMU College of Engineering Marketing and Communications

Sector: Higher Education
Internship Category: Communications, Marketing
Contact: Bridget O'Brien Decker (sbobrien@andrew.cmu.edu)

Are you an excellent writer looking for an internship opportunity that will build your skills, portfolio, and network? The Carnegie Mellon University College of Engineering Marketing and Communications team needs you. The team includes writers, editors, designers, and multimedia developers who share the stories of our college by translating cutting-edge technical, scientific, and engineering-based content into written and visual stories for a more general audience. We are looking for a creative communicator to help us with a variety of writing and communications projects, such as:

Science writing features and briefs
Alumni and student profiles
Documentation
Editing and proofreading
Fundraising materials
Social media content
Research and benchmarking
Other projects based on skill set and interest

Start date is flexible. To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and three writing samples via email to: Bridget Decker, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at bridget@cmu.edu.

Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services

Sector: Professional Services
Internship Category: Legal, Public and Community Relations, Research
Contact: Meagan Niebler (mniebler@fairshake-els.org, info@fairshake-els.org)

Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services is a 501(c)(3) environmental law and justice nonprofit that believes that all communities should have access to the tools of justice, and be able to drive what they want for their air, water, and the places where they live, work, and play. We work toward this vision by providing support to communities to drive their environmental futures; client centered legal representation regardless of income level; and education to young attorneys in legal services entrepreneurship. Fair Shake has offered internships in research, policy, and writing for students pursuing careers in environmental law, sustainability, political science.

Human Engineering Research Labs

Sector: Nonprofit (Technology)
Internship Category: Communications, Social Media
Contact: (herl@groups.pitt.edu)

The Human Engineering Research Laboratories (HERL) are a joint venture between the University of Pittsburgh's School of Medicine and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as the VA Center for Wheelchairs and Rehabilitation Engineering. HERL works in all aspects of the Rehab Engineering research cycle at our facilities in Pittsburgh, PA; from conducting studies to developing physical, medical-grade products in our state-of-the-art machine shop. A rare merging of theory and application, our laboratories offer a one-of-a-kind setting for developing solutions for people with disabilities by people with disabilities. In the past, HERL has offered internships in design, film, and content creation that are most suitable for students in Digital Narrative and Interactive Design, Film and Media Studies, and Public and Professional Writing.

International Poetry Forum

Sector: Nonprofit (Arts)
Internship Category: Literary Arts, Research, Social Media, Event Planning, Education
Contact: Jake Grefenstette (director@internationalpoetryforum.org)

The International Poetry Forum (IPF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in Pittsburgh, PA, in 1966. The IPF has hosted over 800 poets and performers to offer poetry readings and educational programs in the city and surrounding counties, including figures such as Seamus Heaney, Jorge Luis Borges, Mary Oliver, Tennessee Williams, Chinua Achebe, Gwendolyn Brooks, Grace Kelly, Anthony Hopkins, and James Earl Jones. The International Poetry Forum offers internships that cater to each intern's interests in the literary arts and nonprofit sector.

Literacy Pittsburgh

Sector: Nonprofit (Education)
Internship Category: Education, Public and Community Relations
Contact: Terra Teets (tteets@literacypittsburgh.org)

Literacy Pittsburgh offers free, personalized learning for adult learners in Allegheny and Beaver Counties. Our literacy programs focus on College and Career Readiness, English Language Learning, Children and Families, and Building Community Capacity. In the past, Literacy Pittsburgh has offered internships in marketing, as well as for Service Navigation, Career Navigation, and instruction in English Language Learning and College and Career Readiness

Mt. Lebanon Magazine

Sector: Media
Internship Category: Communications, Journalism, Public and Community Relations
Contact: Rachel Windsor (rwindsor@mtlebanon.org)

Trusted by the public and frequently honored by the journalism community, Mt. Lebanon Magazine is our not-for-profit magazine published 10 times a year. Our mission is to increase the transparency of municipal government, to give you the information you need and to promote pride in our community, including our schools, neighborhoods, housing, municipal services, recreation programs and businesses. Because regional news coverage is dwindling, a trusted source of local information such as Mt. Lebanon Magazine is more important than ever. We’re proud that nine out of 10 Mt. Lebanon residents say they read Mt. Lebanon Magazine every month. Most recently, Mt. Lebanon Magazine hired a journalism intern for a paid, ten-week summer internship. The intern worked closely with the Public Information Office, as well as members of other departments of the Mt. Lebanon municipality, to publish the monthly magazine, keep the community informed about important issues and produce compelling social media content.

Office of Strategic Communications, Health Sciences

Sector: Higher Education
Internship Category: Communications, Social Media
Contact: Andrew Doerfler (AMD451@pitt.edu)

This team handles various communications needs across the six schools of the health sciences: Dental, Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Medical, Nursing, Pharmacy and Public Health. These schools include many of Pitt’s most prestigious programs, and the writing must be as professional as the work it represents.

Pitt Med Magazine

Sector: Higher Education
Internship Category: Journalism, Publishing
Contact: Andrew Doerfler (AMD451@pitt.edu)

Pitt Med Magazine is an award-winning, 24,000-circulation magazine published quarterly by the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Our readers are alumni and physicians, scientists and community members, potential donors, deans and residency directors at the top medical research centers, other national leaders in medicine and people who are just curious about science and health. Our job is to tell the most interesting stories of the School of Medicine, to cut through medical jargon to the core of a scientific discovery, to dig for the personality of a top researcher. handles various communications needs across the six schools of the health sciences: Dental, Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Medical, Nursing, Pharmacy and Public Health. These schools include many of Pitt’s most prestigious programs, and the writing must be as professional as the work it represents.

Pittsburgh Black Media Federation

Sector: Media
Internship Category: Communications, Journalism, Social Media
Contact: Dr. Erving Dyer (edyer@pitt.edu)

The Pittsburgh Black Media Federation’s Chris Moore internship allows promising college students and/or recent graduates an opportunity to gain reporting, writing and marketing/communications/publication experience. Chris Moore interns develop the tools and skills and networking to shape their own futures. The internship aims to provide students with first-hand experience writing, reporting, and publishing. Core responsibility to PBMF include social media management, writing news releases, and other marketing and communications duties. Chris Moore interns have the opportunity to write for local media organizations.

Sidekick Media Services

Sector: Media
Internship Category: Communications, Social Media
Contact: Michael Sorg (mike@sidekickmediaservices.com)

Sidekick Media Services is a Pittsburgh-based media production and digital strategy company with clients and partners that include industry leaders in entertainment, motorsports, education, and professional wrestling. They offer internships for who students who desire hands-on experience in livestreaming, podcasting, and social media.

Western Pennsylvania Writing Project

Sector: Non-Profit
Internship Category: Education, Communications, Archival
Contact: Dr. Khirsten Scott (KLE37@pitt.edu)

The Western Pennsylvania Writing Project (WPWP) works to support the teaching and learning of writing in schools and communities throughout Allegheny, Washington, Greene, Fayette, Westmoreland, Beaver, Lawrence, and Butler counties. The Project engages teachers in their own writing and professional growth and increases opportunities for young people to develop their writing abilities. The WPWP is a site of the National Writing Project, a member of the Pennsylvania State Writing Project Network, and a program of the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Education. During the internship period, interns will write public-facing blog posts about the project and project’s history, as well as organize and manage the project’s archives and social media presence. WPWP offers 1 internship in fall, 1 internship in spring, and 2 internships in summer. Each WPWP intern will receive a $500 stipend for their work. For more information, contact Dr. Khirsten Scott at KLE37@pitt.edu.

WPTS Radio

Sector: Media
Internship Category: Marketing, Programming, Writing
Contact: Greg Weston (grw8@pitt.edu)

WPTS Radio —Pitt's student-run FM radio station—is an educational, non-commercial station owned by the University of Pittsburgh and operated by its students. WPTS was conceived of as a “working classroom,” a means to expose students to the reality of radio. To do so, the station tries to walk a fine line, broadcasting experimental music while training as professional a staff as possible.

YaJagoff Media

Sector: Media
Internship Category: Communications, Social Media
Contact: Rachael Rennebeck (Rachael@yajagoff.com) + John Chamberlin (John@yajagoff.com)

YaJagoff Media is a boutique, Pittsburgh media company known for its humorous and authentic storytelling across platforms. We highlight unique Pittsburgh people, places, and stories of the region with a distinct local voice. Our work spans podcasting, video segments, live events, organic campaigns, and community engagement. In the past, YaJagoff has offered internships in social media and digital storytelling.

+ Past Opportunities

Allegheny County District Attorney's Office
- Sector: Government
- Internship Category: Legal
- Paid/Unpaid: Unpaid
- Term: Spring 2026
Are you interested in going to law school and entering the legal profession?

The Allegheny County District Attorney's Office is offering an internship that gives students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in public service and the criminal justice system.

Position: Legal Internship
Duration: Spring 2026 Semester
Hours: 10-12 hours/week

As a Legal Intern at the District Attorney’s Office, you will work closely with Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) and other legal professionals to support the prosecution of criminal cases.

Please be aware that this internship will be registered under ENGLIT 1907; it does not count towards PPW or WRT credit.

Application Process:
To apply, please submit the following materials to sweikart@alleghenycountyda.us:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter outlining your interest in the internship and any relevant experience
The planned application window for these positions is November 1-December 1; it’s a good idea to apply sooner rather than later in that window.
Autumn House Press
- Sector: Nonprofit
- Internship Category: Publishing
- Paid/Unpaid: Unpaid
- Term: Spring 2026
Are you interested in pursuing a career independent publishing and nonprofit management and development?

Autumn House Press offers four-month hybrid internships during the spring, summer, and fall, providing hands-on experience in independent publishing, nonprofit management, and fundraising. While these are unpaid positions, interns will receive complimentary copies of Autumn House titles and travel reimbursement. Interns must live within commuting distance to the press. We strongly encourage applicants seeking college credit.

Responsibilities and Qualifications
Internship duties will vary based on the press’s needs and may include tasks in editorial, acquisitions, clerical work, shipping, sales, publicity, and community organizing. Typical responsibilities include:
- Developmental editing and copyediting for poetry, fiction, and nonfiction manuscripts
- Reading submissions across genres
- Proofreading promotional materials (e.g., book summaries, press releases) and fundraising materials
- Assisting with social media content creation and strategy
- Attending readings, author events, and other special events
- All interns should expect some general administrative tasks and customer support duties.
Interns must be reliable, punctual, detail-oriented, and able to work collaboratively with staff. A commitment of 12 hours per week is required. While we strive to offer flexible scheduling, interns must have availability during AHP office hours (Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.).

We seek students enrolled in relevant programs or with related experience in publishing, editing, grant writing, or business. Applicants should have a strong passion for contemporary literature and be comfortable working independently. Experience with campus literary journals or newspapers is a plus.

Application deadline: November 1

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to cstroud@autumnhouse.org.
Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services
- Sector: Nonprofit
- Internship Category: Public and Community Relations
- Paid/Unpaid: Paid
- Term: Spring 2026
Are you interested in completing research and communicating your findings in easy-to-understand language for an environmental law and justice nonprofit that supports community democracy?

Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services is a 501(c)(3) environmental law and justice nonprofit that believes that all communities should have access to the tools of justice, and be able to drive what they want for their air, water, and the places where they live, work, and play. We work toward this vision by providing support to communities to drive their environmental futures; client-centered legal representation regardless of income level; and education to young attorneys in legal services entrepreneurship.

Fair Shake is seeking a Community Democracy Research Intern for the Spring 2026 semester. The Community Democracy Research Intern will be a part of Fair Shake’s Community Democracy Program. This individual will support communities moving their vision to action by researching, assessing, translating, and documenting municipal ordinances, policies, and proven practices to help show possibilities for change around ideas expressed by community.

To apply, please send an e-mail explaining why this role excites you, along with a copy of your résumé to: Meagan Niebler, Community Democracy Program Manager at mniebler@fairshake-els.org.

See PDF for full details.
International Poetry Forum
- Sector: Nonprofit
- Internship Category: Literary Arts, Research, Social Media, Event Planning, Education
- Paid/Unpaid: Unpaid
- Term: Spring and/or Summer 2026
Are you interested in gaining experience across all aspects of operating an arts nonprofit?

The International Poetry Forum (IPF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in Pittsburgh, PA, in 1966. The IPF has hosted over 800 poets and performers to offer poetry readings and educational programs in the city and surrounding counties, including figures such as Seamus Heaney, Jorge Luis Borges, Mary Oliver, Tennessee Williams, Chinua Achebe, Gwendolyn Brooks, Grace Kelly, Anthony Hopkins, and James Earl Jones.

The IPF has recently resumed operations in Pittsburgh after a 15-year hiatus. At this stage in the IPF's relaunch, we are seeking applications for student internships (unpaid) for spring and/or summer 2026 to assist with a variety of projects, including 1) conducting research on the history of poetry in Pittsburgh, 2) assisting with our forthcoming podcast series and social media platforms, 3) planning for events and outreach programs, and more.

While we are not able to offer academic credit independently, we are happy to work with any established college programs that supply credit or student stipends for external internships. (In these cases, the onus is on the applicant to secure credit or stipends from their home institution.).

For more information and to apply for an internship position, follow this link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/10484411.

Deadline: December 6
Literacy Pittsburgh (College/Career Readiness Instruction and Marketing Internship)
- Sector: Nonprofit
- Internship Category: Education, Social Media
- Paid/Unpaid: Paid
- Term: Spring 2026
Interested in working with a nonprofit to help deliver career advising and/or barrier reduction services to local immigrant populations?

Literacy Pittsburgh invites intern applicants for the Spring 2026 semester. The College and Career Readiness (CCR) and Marketing intern supports the mission of “Better Lives Through Learning” by building our agency’s capacity to serve students with the goal of improving their reading and writing skills. Many students in the CCR program enter with the goal of earning their GED, so the CCR intern can expect to assist students in reaching this life-changing goal. The intern will also have the opportunity to engage with Literacy Pittsburgh’s social media outreach strategy by creating short form video content for various social media outlets. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while strengthening communication skills with a diverse range of adult students and colleagues, gaining instructional experience by both working with students one-on-one and in small groups, and building a portfolio of social media marketing content.

See PDF for full details.

Compensation, Timeline, and Schedule
- $15/hour for up to 10 hours/week
- Internships start week of 1/12/26 and conclude by 4/30/26.
- Literacy Pittsburgh class schedules require either M/W Morning/Afternoon or T/Th Morning/Afternoon availability.
Candidate Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Must be currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.
- Demonstrated commitment to Literacy Pittsburgh’s values.
- Past experience with language learning, teaching, and/or working with diverse populations a plus.
How to Apply
Contact Terra Teets, Manager of Auxiliary Programs, at tteets@literacypittsburgh.org for application information and with any questions.
Literacy Pittsburgh (Service Navigator + Career Services Internships)
- Sector: Nonprofit
- Internship Category: Education
- Paid/Unpaid: Unpaid
- Term: Fall/Spring 2025-26
Interested in working with a nonprofit to help deliver career advising and/or barrier reduction services to local immigrant populations?

Literacy Pittsburgh invites intern applicants for the Fall 2025 semester (into the Spring 2026 semester) in two positions: Service Navigation and Career Navigation.

Contact Terra Teets, Manager of Auxiliary Programs, at tteets@literacypittsburgh.org for application information and with any questions.

For more information about each opportunity, see PDFs:
Service Navigation
Career Navigation
Pitt Med Magazine and the Office of Strategic Communications
- Sector: Higher Education
- Internship Category: Communications, Journalism, Publishing
- Paid/Unpaid: Unpaid
- Term: Spring 2026
Are you interested in developing and publishing scientific stories, while learning every step of magazine publication along the way? Are you interested in developing professional communications materials in an academic, health-related context?

The Office of Strategic Communications, Health Sciences, is seeking one intern for Pitt Med Magazine and one for the strategic communications writing team.

Both positions require excellent written communication skills. Health or medical writing experience is a plus, as is an enthusiasm for scientific research and the ability to express it in plain language.

Your internship will include training on our social media platform, Sprout Social, and if your schedule permits, you may participate in some department-wide strategy sessions.

Minimum 12 hours per week, unpaid (academic credit)

Application deadline: November 5, 2025

For full details, see PDF or visit https://www.pittmed.pitt.edu/applying-internship
Pitt's School of Computing and Information
- Sector: Nonprofit
- Internship Category: Communications
- Paid/Unpaid: Paid
- Term: Spring 2026/Summer 2026
Are you interested in developing professional communications materials, including video, newsletter, and social media content?

Pitt's School of Computing and Information's Communications team has an opening for one (1) communications intern for Spring 2026 with the opportunity to begin in the fall 2025 term if scheduling allows. This internship is expected to continue into Summer 2026 and beyond based on performance and mutual interest.

Applicants should have experience and interest in one or more of the following areas:
- Writing/journalism
- Social media
- Graphic design
- Photography/videography
- Marketing/communications
To apply and for full details, visit https://cfopitt.taleo.net/careersection/pitt_student_int/jobdetail.ftl?job=25005928&tz.
Public Source
- Sector: Nonprofit
- Internship Category: Journalism
- Paid/Unpaid: Paid
- Term: Spring 2026
Are you interested in pursuing a career in journalism?

Pittsburgh's Public Source is looking for an editorial intern and a photojournalism intern for Spring 2026. These are immersive internships built on reporting and fact-checking, with mentorship, journalism training, and additional opportunities. Pay is $15/hour for 15 weeks totaling 225 hours. The internship will be hybrid, with an in-person workspace in Uptown, a short bus ride from Oakland.

This is a paid internship. To qualify for the stipend of $3,375, we ask interns to work 15 hours a week for 15 weeks (or another agreed upon schedule).

To qualify for this internship, you:
- Must be a Pitt English major (including DNID), minor, or certificate student, including PPW, Children's Literature, Public Communication of Science and Technology, and Disability Studies.
- Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Must provide internship summary, materials, and thank-you for funder at end of internship.
Application deadline: November 1, 2025

For full details and to apply, visit https://www.publicsource.org/jobs
The Pitt Pulse
- Sector: Higher Education
- Internship Category: Publishing
- Paid/Unpaid: Unpaid
- Term: Spring 2026
Are you passionate about design, layout, or visual storytelling?

The Pitt Pulse, Pitt’s student-run health and sciences magazine, is seeking a Design Intern to join our creative team. Our designers collaborate with writers and editors to bring scientific and health-related articles to life through compelling visuals. We publish three full-length magazines each academic year, all designed entirely by students, from cover to cover.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must be University of Pittsburgh undergraduate students with a strong eye for design and attention to detail. Experience with design tools such as InDesign and Illustrator is preferred but not required. A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn are essential. An interest in science communication, public health, or health journalism is a plus.

APPLICATION:
Internships are available for the Spring semester.

There’s no firm deadline, but we will begin actively interviewing applicants in late October.

To apply, please send your resume and a portfolio or sample of prior design work to Amy Zhang and Ore Fawole (AHZ12@pitt.edu, ORF13@pitt.edu).
The Paris Review
- Sector: Arts and Culture
- Internship Category: Publishing, Editorial, Development
- Paid/Unpaid: Paid
- Term: Spring-Summer 2026
Are you graduating this semester and interested in learning the intricacies of a literary journal and the wider world of publishing?

The Paris Review offers editorial internships twice a year (two interns per term). The six-month duration of the internship provides interns an in-depth introduction both to the publication of a literary magazine and to the wider publishing world.

Each internship term covers two full issues of the quarterly magazine. Interns assist with every step of the magazine’s production, particularly with fact-checking, as well as reading and evaluating submissions and researching potential interviews. In addition, they participate broadly across The Paris Review’s administrative, development, and digital departments.

The internship is full-time (40 hours/week) for six months and is compensated at $20/hour, with the option to enroll in health insurance. Applicants should be able to work from our New York City office, depending on health and safety restrictions in New York. (If you are not currently located in New York, please make your willingness to relocate clear in your personal statement.) All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Because of this internship's timing, it's best for a student graduating this fall who plans to live in the NYC area after graduation.

Applications accepted: October 15-November 30

For more information and to apply, visit https://www.theparisreview.org/about/opportunities#EI.
Visit Erie
- Sector: Tourism and Hospitality
- Internship Category: Marketing, Communications, Social Media
- Paid/Unpaid: Paid
- Term: Spring 2026
Are you interested in gaining valuable knowledge regarding marketing campaigns, social media, business partnerships, and community outreach?

VisitErie offers college students a valuable opportunity to gain paid, hands-on experience in the tourism, marketing and hospitality industries.

Interns work a fixed schedule of up to 20 hours per week, depending on the student’s schedule and requirements, if applicable. Selected interns must be able to complete their hours between Monday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Due to the nature of our work, VisitErie works with many different community partners. VisitErie’s goal is to provide interns with a well-rounded experience, including the opportunity to see as much as possible, and meet the community partners who may expand your view of the hospitality industry. Reliable transportation is required.

Interns will be paid $12/hour on a bi-weekly basis, for up to 20 hours of work per week.

Applications for Spring 2026 Interns are being accepted now! Apply by November 10 here: https://visiterie.com/internships.
Western Pennsylvania Writing Project
- Sector: Nonprofit
- Internship Category: Education, Communications, Archival
- Paid/Unpaid: $500 stipend
- Term: Spring 2026
Are you interested in writing blog posts, organizing social media content, and managing archives for a non-profit education organization affiliated with Pitt?

The Western Pennsylvania Writing Project (WPWP) works to support the teaching and learning of writing in schools and communities throughout Allegheny, Washington, Greene, Fayette, Westmoreland, Beaver, Lawrence, and Butler counties. The Project engages teachers in their own writing and professional growth and increases opportunities for young people to develop their writing abilities. The WPWP is a site of the National Writing Project, a member of the Pennsylvania State Writing Project Network, and a program of the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Education.

During the internship period, interns will write public-facing blog posts about the project and project’s history, as well as organize and manage the project’s archives and social media presence.

As part of the application, please include a brief interest statement. In your statement, tell us a bit about your background and what brings you to this opportunity. We’d love to hear about your own writing practice, your experiences with teaching and learning, and what excites you about the work of the Western Pennsylvania Writing Project. You might also share how you imagine contributing to our community and what you hope to learn or grow in through this experience.

Submit your application to Dr. Khirsten Scott at KLE37@pitt.edu.

Deadline: December 1

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