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Fall Education Intern

Internship

OVERVIEW

SFFILM’s Education department is seeking a motivated intern with an interest in education and film/media to support K-12 programming to join us this fall to develop skills and assist with event production and educational program planning. Our Education team serves more than 15,000 students and teachers every year, from kindergarten through 12th grade, to develop media literacy, cultural awareness, global understanding and a lifelong appreciation of cinema. SFFILM Education aims to cultivate students’ imaginations, prepare them for filmmaking careers, and empower them to succeed in a media-saturated world.

The Education Intern reports to the Education Manager and will provide assistance in the SFFILM offices and onsite at theaters and schools for our Fall Education programming including Schools at Doc Stories (November 6-10), Screenings for Schools, Youth FilmHouse Residency program, and provide additional support to the Education Department as needed. The Education Intern is also given the opportunity to assist with planning for the 2026 SFFILM Festival. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about film/media education. The internship is based in-person in San Francisco and is unpaid.

This internship requires a commitment of 2-3 days per week (approximately 12-20 hours per week). Regular in-office days are Tuesdays and Thursdays. This position may occasionally involve attendance at events outside of normal business hours or on weekends. The ideal start date is mid-September, with an end date in mid-December. Application review begins September 8 and will be rolling after that.

OPPORTUNITIES AND OUTCOMES

  • Provide event support for Education screenings and school visits (may include venue set-up, ushering, greeting students and teachers, assisting with Q&As, and volunteer coordination).
  • Develop outreach skills and gain knowledge of SFUSD, other Bay Area schools, and national afterschool programs serving K-12.
  • Support with the expansion of offered resources through activities, study guides, and/or partner organizations for K-12 students who attend in-person or virtual screenings or events through Common Core Standards.
  • Assist in documenting Education events through video and photo.
  • Support with updating and collecting data metrics for all Festival education programs
  • Develop skills as a screener for relevant films for the 2026 SFFILM Festival’s Education programs.
  • Provide other administrative and constituent support as needed.
  • Provide additional program support to the Education Department as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Passion for film/ media education, film festivals, and film organizations.
  • Interest in working with students ages K-12.
  • Experience with film/media research and archives and/or interest in developing research skills.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel to the SFFILM office, Bay Area schools, and theaters.
  • Availability for morning/afternoon weekday screenings, as well as scheduled weekday hours in the SFFILM office.
  • Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
  • Professional demeanor combined with an ability to have fun with kids.
  • Must be able to express yourself clearly, thoroughly and mindfully.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced working environment.
  • Excellent computer skills. Proficiency with Google Suite.
  • Must be able to pass a LiveScan.
  • Experience teaching in classrooms or non-traditional learning environments a plus.
  • Knowledge of SFUSD and the broader Bay Area education community a plus.

BENEFITS

  • SFFILM is an internationally recognized nonprofit 501(c)3 organization.
  • Great introduction and experience in film / media education and film festival in addition to exposure to aspects of outreach and event management.
  • Excellent opportunity to learn about the inner workings of a world class film organization and create personal connections.
  • Complimentary 1-year SFFILM membership.
  • Interns are able, and encouraged, to attend SFFILM preview screenings and events.
  • Class credit (if applicable).
  • Resume and network builder.
  • Unpaid, but great film perks!
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