EBF Program

EBF promotes a more diverse industry by recruiting promising students of color for multi-year paid internships at some of the nation’s leading media and tech companies.

Whether you’re interested in being a producer, a journalist, a web developer, an engineer, a business executive, a PR agent, a sales representative, or any other career in media or tech, the EBF Internship is here to help you get your start. If selected, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in these organizations so you can learn, grow and put yourself on the fast-track to career success.

We focus on 3 professional tracks: Content, Business, Innovation

You are eligible to apply for an EBF Internship if you meet ALL of the following:

  • Are a student of color (Asian, American Indian/Alaskan Native, Black, Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic/Latino, or Multi-Racial)
  • Are a graduating high school senior OR an undergraduate college student (undergraduates graduating in Spring 2023 are eligible to apply)
  • Plan to attend or are currently a student at a four-year accredited U.S. college or university (This includes students who will transfer to a four-year accredited U.S. college or university in Spring 2023 or Fall 2023)
  • Have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0
  • Are interested in pursuing a career in media and tech
  • Are a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident
  • Speak and write English fluentlyWe encourage anyone who will have graduated in or before January 2023 to sign up for our ALL Multicultural Media Professionals “AMMP” Network.

Apply here

Social Media Producer Intern, Yahoo

Yahoo is a global media and tech company that connects people to their passions. We reach nearly 900M people around the world, bringing them closer to what they love—from finance and sports, to shopping, gaming and news—with the trusted products, content and tech that fuel their day. For partners, we provide a full-stack platform for businesses to amplify growth and drive more meaningful connections across advertising, search and media.

Summary:

Engadget is hiring a paid summer intern! For this newly created position, we’re looking for an aspiring journalist or social media producer who can create innovative content for emerging and established social media platforms. In this short-term role, you’ll be aiding the team with the running of our social media accounts, working towards producing unique video content or a campaign.

  • This will be a virtual internship, working remotely for 8-12 weeks, starting between May 22nd and June 12th, 2023. 
  • You will be working with a mentor, our Head of Social Media and Senior Digital Producer, on a unique video or social media campaign. 

Requirements:

  • A familiarity with and sincere interest in consumer technology.
  • Comfortable appearing on camera from time to time (or at least eager to get better at it).
  • Works well with others, and is receptive to feedback.

Apply here