Fall 2025 Internship Opportunity – Brave New Films

Brave New Films is a nonprofit social justice media organization committed to nonpartisan advocacy on urgent human rights issues—including war, racial justice, climate change, reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ rights, voting rights, and economic inequality. With over one million active social media followers and hundreds of millions of views annually, we use film and digital storytelling to educate, engage, and drive meaningful change.

We are currently working on a series of campaigns focused on the war in Gaza and deportation in the United States. We are seeking passionate, socially conscious interns for Fall 2025 who are eager to contribute to this work.

Internship Details:

• Timing: Fall 2025
• Hours: 20 hours per week
• Format: Fully remote
• Compensation: Unpaid, in exchange for college credit

To apply, please email [email protected] with:

• A brief cover letter explaining why you’re interested in interning at Brave New Films
• Your resume
• Your availability

We look forward to hearing from you!

1. Social Media Intern

Are you passionate about using social media to tell powerful stories and drive change? As a Social Media Intern at Brave New Films, you'll help create compelling short-form video content that brings attention to urgent social justice issues.

Responsibilities:

• Edit vertical short-form videos for TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms
• Track and apply current trends, audio, and visual styles
• Work with the production and digital teams to quickly turn around content
• Contribute fresh, creative ideas tailored to a politically engaged audience

Ideal Candidate:

• Proficient in editing tools (CapCut, Adobe Premiere, etc.)
• Knowledge of social media culture, trends, and content strategy
• Passionate about activism, advocacy, and storytelling
• Able to work quickly, independently, and meet deadlines

1. Production Research Intern

This role is ideal for someone passionate about media, current events, and strong research. You’ll work closely with our production team to source and organize high-quality materials that support our storytelling.

Responsibilities:

• Research and compile news articles, studies, statistics, and policy materials
• Locate and organize archival video, photos, and audio for use in production
• Fact-check and ensure all materials are properly cited
• Adapt quickly to shifting timelines and project needs

Ideal Candidate:

• Excellent research, sourcing, and fact-checking skills
• Familiarity with credible news outlets and academic databases
• Interest in documentary filmmaking and progressive politics
• Strong organization and communication skills

1. Deportation Campaign Research Intern

This internship focuses specifically on Brave New Films’ immigration and deportation campaign. You’ll help expose injustices in U.S. immigration enforcement through deep research and content support.

Responsibilities:

• Research immigration policy, enforcement practices, and asylum law
• Source court cases, legislation, reports, and news stories related to deportation
• Assist in curating and organizing footage, interviews, and supporting material
• Help shape narratives that center immigrant voices and human rights

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about immigrant rights and social justice
• Familiar with immigration law, asylum policy, and detention practices
• Able to handle sensitive material with care and professionalism
• Strong critical thinking and research skills

This is an unpaid, educational internship offered in exchange for college credit, structured in compliance with California labor laws.

This internship is designed to be an educational experience and is offered in compliance with the U.S. Department of Labor's guidelines and California state law regarding unpaid internships.
The internship is:

• Unpaid and does not offer compensation for time worked;
• Fully remote and part-time (approximately 20 hours per week);
• Offered solely for the benefit of the intern, to provide training and experience related to their field of study;
• Structured around a formal educational program and offered in exchange for academic credit from an accredited educational institution;
• Not intended to displace employees or provide the organization with immediate advantage from the intern’s work;
• Voluntary workers and interns may end their participation at any time;
• Not a guarantee of future employment or paid work with the organization.

By participating in this internship, you acknowledge that the opportunity is educational in nature and that no wages or other compensation will be provided now or in the future.