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World War II Media Center Intern

CompanyThe National World War II Museum Inc
LocationNew Orleans
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 21, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will gain hands-on experience by helping to tell the stories of individuals who served during World War II while developing real-world media and storytelling skills. This involves contributing to mission-driven content across museum media production, archival storytelling, and public history outreach.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
270
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About The Company
The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American experience in the war that changed the world—why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today—so that all generations will understand the price of freedom and be inspired by what they learn. Offering a compelling blend of sweeping narrative and poignant personal detail, The National WWII Museum features immersive exhibits, multimedia experiences, and an expansive collection of artifacts and first-person oral histories, taking visitors inside the story of the war that changed the world. Beyond the galleries, the Museum's online collections, virtual field trips, webinars, educational travel programs, and renowned International Conference on World War II offer patrons new ways to connect to history and honor the generation that sacrificed so much to secure our freedom.
About the Role

Description

The National WWII Museum is currently seeking a World War II Media Center Intern. This is a hands-on opportunity to help tell the powerful stories of the men and women who served during World War II—while developing real-world media and storytelling skills. Interns gain meaningful experience contributing to mission-driven content while learning from professionals dedicated to preserving and sharing WWII history. This internship offers exposure to museum media production, archival storytelling, and public history outreach.

Requirements

  • Historical research and fact-checking
  • Script writing and narrative development
  • Storytelling for digital platforms
  • Podcast production and audio editing
  • Video production and non-linear editing
  • Social media content creation and management

Qualifications

  • Current college students or recent college graduates
  • Interest in World War II history and storytelling
  • Eager to learn and collaborate in a fast-paced creative environment
  • Experience or coursework in media, film, journalism, communications, history, or related fields (preferred, not required)

Internship Duration

• Total Hours: 240 hours (20hrs/week for 12 weeks during June-August)

• Schedule: Flexible, coordinated with the WWII Media department and academic requirements (if applicable)


The National WWII Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks diversity in its workforce.  We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.  Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process. 

Key Skills
Historical ResearchFact-CheckingScript WritingNarrative DevelopmentStorytellingDigital PlatformsPodcast ProductionAudio EditingVideo ProductionNon-linear EditingSocial Media Content CreationContent Management
Categories
Creative & MediaEducationScience & ResearchSocial Services