With generous support from the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture, the International Documentary Association (IDA) is excited to offer eligible undergraduate students the opportunity to participate in a paid summer internship. Under the supervision of IDA editorial staff to undertake research, analysis, and writing that will support a thriving national documentary community. The Documentary magazine Intern will support the magazine’s digital production and familiarize themselves with the magazine’s content management system, helping to maintain the editorial calendar. They will also assist with writing and provide general administrative support, including magazine shipping. The Intern will have opportunities to learn about IDA, understand the essential elements of producing a leading arts publication, and understand the national documentary landscape as well as some of the issues that are most important to filmmakers. From June 2026 through September 2026, the Documentary magazine Intern will work approximately 30-40 hours per week.
- Facility with Google Suite applications - Strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills - Understanding of or quick pick-up of task management, database and content management software, such as Airtable, Drupal, and Asana - Interest in documentary film/nonfiction media and/or arts criticism and commentary - Ability to sit at a desk for 30 hours/week and be on video for remote calls with contributors
International Documentary Association (IDA) supports the vital work of documentary makers and champions a thriving and inclusive documentary culture. Founded in 1982, IDA is a nonprofit membership organization that supports documentary makers worldwide by providing access to knowledge and connections while advocating for changes that uphold their needs, rights, and interests. We envision a future where documentary makers find the knowledge, connections, and opportunities to create and share their work across boundaries.
Submit a resume and cover letter via this form: https://documentary.jotform.com/73116577802155 and indicate “Publication Intern 2026” for “Title of the position you are applying for.”