Summary: Save The Bay is seeking a highly motivated intern to support its communications team in a specialized role dedicated to photography and filmmaking – all of which directly support the organization’s efforts to effectively distribute mission-based content about protecting and improving Narragansett Bay!
In addition to learning about and providing support to the communications department in general, special tasks and projects will be customized for the Photography/Videography intern. Projects will include collecting and editing footage using Save The Bay equipment and editing software, including Creative Cloud programs.
Location: Work will primarily take place in-person at the Bay Center in Providence, but interns may also travel to our Aquarium in Newport or go out on our educational vessels.
Time Commitment: Approximately May-August, 10 hours/week. Internship primarily takes place on weekdays. 1-2 days on-site between 10am-3pm at our Providence office is required. Occasional evenings/weekends required for special events. Interns must be available for the Save The Bay Swim on Saturday, August 8.
Age: 18+
Application Items: Online application, cover letter, resume, photography/videography portfolio
Deadline: April 10. Rolling interviews/acceptance after this date, though priority will be given to applications received by the April 10 deadline. Decisions will be made by May 6, 2026.
What you will learn:
- Gear Management and Maintenance: organize, prepare, and maintain photography and filmmaking equipment, making sure all gear is in optimal condition
- Lighting Techniques: gain insight into effective lighting techniques for both photography and videography
- Event Coverage: develop skills in documenting fast paced events so no opportunity goes unnoticed
- Develop the skill to extract meaningful moments from your captured footage to create impactful edits
- How to collaborate with team members to generate innovative and original concepts for video and photo projects
What we require:
- Education: undergraduate juniors and seniors, recent grads, grad students, and beginning professionals
- Creative vision and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
- High levels of initiative, curiosity, and attention to detail
- A passion for nonprofit work and the environment
- Any combination of the following:
- Proficiency and familiarity with a wide range of video and photo equipment, including Blackmagic, Canon, Aputure, Atomos, DJI, Godox, Tascam, and Sigma
- Skills in Lightroom CC and Davinci Resolve, enabling seamless editing and enhancement of multimedia content
- Prioritize asset management to ensure content is organized and easily accessible for future use
- The ability to embrace feedback and seek input from peers
- Familiarity with social media business principles and strategy (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
- Bonus skills: experience with animation (not required)
Details: We offer unpaid internship opportunities. We will gladly work with your university if they offer college credit for unpaid internships. Many colleges offer stipends for students doing unpaid internships. Check out our Student Guide to Internship Funding for tips!
Application link: https://forms.gle/HALfU65R6N4ZYwWq5
