Los Angeles, CA 90033
The Por Vida Youth Media Intern will support BHAC’s summer youth media programming, which includes stop motion animation, music production, filmmaking, audio journalism, podcasting, and digital design. Working alongside BHAC’s teaching artists and programming team, the intern will assist with daily workshops by preparing materials, setting up and testing equipment, and helping students navigate creative tools such as cameras, microphones, editing software, and audio workstations. Interns will contribute to the planning, production, and editing of original youth media projects—helping guide ideas from story development to final presentation. They will also assist in coordinating guest artist visits, managing student project schedules, and organizing digital assets for BHAC’s media archive.
Beyond creative support, the intern will help with the administrative side of arts programming, including tracking attendance, scheduling classes, and supporting outreach and communications. They will gain hands-on experience in project coordination, arts education, and nonprofit administration. By the end of the internship, the Por Vida Youth Media Intern will understand how youth-led storytelling can drive representation, creativity, and community connection—while building skills in multimedia production, organization, and collaborative design.
In addition to their respective project work, interns will take part in weekly planning meetings to coordinate logistics, marketing, and programming across all teams. Interns will also meet regularly with the MWA and Por Vida Youth Media Collective leads to learn how to navigate professional meetings where multiple opinions and viewpoints are shared, building skills in communication, teamwork, and respectful dialogue. Day-to-day activities include assisting with correspondence, preparing materials for workshops or mural projects, and documenting progress through photos, videos, or notes. These experiences reinforce accountability, adaptability, and leadership while exposing interns to the full scope of arts administration and community-based event production.
Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory encourages applications from students who are curious, creative, and eager to learn—especially those from communities that have had limited access to formal arts or media education. We welcome students who are interested in exploring how art, storytelling, and community intersect. For the Mural Workforce Academy Internship, an interest in visual arts, design, or community-based projects is preferred. A basic understanding of Chicano muralism, public art, or cultural arts movements is helpful but not required. Interns should be comfortable working collaboratively, assisting with hands-on creative tasks, and participating in outdoor activities such as mural painting and event setup. For the Por Vida Youth Media Internship, an interest in film, audio production, podcasting, music, or digital design is preferred. Basic computer literacy, a willingness to learn new software or equipment, and an interest in storytelling or media creation will be helpful. Above all, both internships are ideal for students who want to work in a creative, multidisciplinary environment alongside teaching artists and administrators who share lived experiences and are dedicated to mentorship, representation, and community impact.
Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory (BHAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating equitable access to creative careers for youth ages 14–26 through arts, media, and cultural programming. Located in the heart of Los Angeles, BHAC provides hands-on training in music production, film, journalism, public art, and broadcasting at KQBH 101.5 FM. By connecting young people to paid internships, workforce development, and mentorship opportunities, BHAC empowers emerging artists to become leaders in Los Angeles’ creative economy.
To apply, please submit a resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position to hello@bharts.org and copy pc1@bharts.org. Be sure to include the title of the internship you are applying for (either “Mural Workforce Academy Summer Intern” or “Por Vida Youth Media Summer Intern”) in the subject line of your email. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Candidates from Boyle Heights and surrounding communities, as well as those from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds in the arts and media fields, are strongly encouraged to apply.