Description
By becoming a Lehigh Valley Public Media Engineering Intern, you will have a meaningful, hands-on experience that will allow you to explore the world of television, video, and audio production for a non-profit organization. Engineering interns learn under the supervision of industry professionals, while working directly on vital station projects that leave an impact on the Greater Lehigh Valley community. We are looking for interns that want to learn how to run the technical infrastructure of a television station.
Here are some of the areas you will be involved in, and experience, during an internship at LVPM.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Gain hands-on engineering experience in a fast-paced media environment. Our interns learn to install, maintain, and troubleshoot broadcast and non-broadcast equipment for a major media company. Mentored by the engineering staff, you will support daily television operations, news productions, podcasts, and digital distribution platforms.
What You Will Learn & Do
· Master Broadcast Systems: Build practical knowledge of studio, newsgathering, production, master control, automation, and transmission infrastructure.
· Troubleshoot Technical Issues: Apply digital, audio, and video theory to diagnose and resolve real-world equipment problems.
· Build Networking Skills: Acquire and implement essential TCP/IP networking skills within a live broadcast environment.
· Manage Automation Tools: Gain direct proficiency with industry-standard broadcast switchers and station automation technologies.
· Read & Build Infrastructure: Learn to interpret complex interconnect diagrams and perform precise cable terminations.
· Maintain Regulatory Compliance: Understand how to operate a station in alignment with FCC regulations and standard engineering practices.
Requirements
Requirements:
· Current college or university student at an accredited institution; seniors and juniors preferred; sophomores and freshman may apply. Recent graduates looking for experience will also be considered.
· Must be 18 years of age or older and authorized to work in the United States.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
· Ability to stay organized, meet deadlines and handle multiple projects.
· Self-motivation and a passion for television production is a must.
· Preference will be given to students with previous work or internship experience.
· Must be majoring in an engineering or technical field.
Additional Information:
· Housing/transportation assistance is not provided by the internship program.
Skills Required
- Current student at an accredited college or university, or a recent graduate seeking experience
- At least 18 years old
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to stay organized, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects
- Self-motivation and passion for television production
- Major in an engineering or technical field
- Previous work or internship experience
What We Do
Lehigh Valley Public Media (LVPM) is a community-owned public media organization serving Eastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey. It is the home of PBS39, the region's public television station; 91.3 WLVR, the all-day NPR news station; and LehighValleyNews.com, the region's only nonprofit and locally-operated digital news platform. Its mission is to engage the community through public media resources to make the Lehigh Valley better tomorrow than it is today.
