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Simons Foundation · 15 hours ago

Video Intern, Quanta Magazine

New York, NY

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$20/hr - $25/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Simons Foundation is looking for a motivated video intern for Quanta Magazine to help create videos for the website and YouTube channel. The intern will assist the video team with producing animated explainers, series, and short documentaries, while receiving training and mentorship.

AssociationBiotechnologyEducationNon Profit

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Assist the video team with research for video explainers, series and documentaries

Contact scientists and press officers to arrange interviews for videos

Assist the video team with producing shoots; for example, researching and writing interview questions and collaborating with crew and remote subjects

Assist the video team with edits, including working with archival material, selecting music tracks, and completing color and sound passes

Track and report on the latest trends on other science YouTube channels

Assist the video team with creation and strategy of vertical shorts

Perform other duties or tasks as assigned or required

Qualification

Adobe PremiereAdobe PhotoshopAdobe After EffectsVideo productionInterest in scienceJudgement of video qualityWriting skills

Required

Candidates should be working toward a career in video, film, media or journalism

Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere and Adobe Photoshop is essential, and familiarity with Adobe After Effects is desirable

An enthusiastic interest in science and science communication

Strong writing skills

Good judgement of video quality with an understanding of animation, cinematography, editing, production and post-production processes that contribute to success