Sidewalk Film is now accepting applications for Summer (June-August) 2026 interns.
Please note, due to the volume of intern applications we receive, we do not necessarily respond to all applicants.
Applicants who are selected will be notified by June 1, 2026.
The following internship positions will be available
- Festival Film Traffic and Programming Intern
- Education/Outreach Intern
We are happy to work with students who are completing an internship for school credit as well as those who are not required to complete an internship as a part of their degree program. Internships are open to undergraduate and graduate students from any college or university. Film knowledge is a plus, but not a requirement for our 2025 internships.
All internships will require a minimum of 16 hours per week and open availability during our festival (August 24 – 30, 2026).
All interns receive a stipend based on their individual schedule and term of commitment.
In order to be considered for a Sidewalk Film internship, you must complete the basic application here, and submit a resume and recommendation letter. Applicants who do not complete all three steps will not be considered.
General Expectations:
We expect all interns, regardless of their specific role, to exhibit professionalism, punctuality, dependability and attention to detail.
Specific Expectations Per Role:
- Festival Film Traffic and Programming Intern (great for someone who is interested in film/film programming/critique, data management)
- Assist Technical Director with festival film traffic, communication with filmmakers, programming staff, and marketing staff. Data entry, use of Microsoft Word and Excel will be required. This is NOT a programming position in which you will be selecting films for the Festival. Film knowledge is a plus, but not a requirement.
- Education/Outreach Intern (great for someone interested in education, non-profit management, or event planning)
- Assist EDO Director with the planning, marketing, and implementation of Sidewalk’s existing and upcoming educational programs. These programs include Filmmaker Happy Hour, Salon, Tech + Technique, Scramble, Youth Board, Sidewrite, Sidewalk Lab, Filmmaker Grants, Book + Film Club, Beyond the Screen, and more. The ideal candidate will be looking for experience in the education, nonprofit, or event planning fields. Film Studies and/or Film Production knowledge is preferred.
Direct questions regarding internships to [email protected]
