Students

The T. Howard Foundation is much more than an internship program for college students interested in the media and entertainment industry.

Internship Program

The Internship Program application for a 2026 internship is now closed. It will reopen in August 2026.

The Foundation’s Internship Program creates pathways for talented college students to launch careers in media, entertainment, and technology. By connecting bright, motivated students from colleges and universities across the country with leading industry partners, the program helps build a strong pipeline of future professionals.

In addition to a full-time paid summer internship, the Foundation’s comprehensive approach provides interns with valuable networking opportunities, professional development training, scholarships, mentorships, and much more!

 

The 2026 Internship Program Application is now closed. 

 

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for the THF internship program, students must be:

  • Currently a college sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student at an accredited 4-year U.S. college/university (must have completed 30 credit hours by December 1)
  • A U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or DACA
  • Maintaining a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher
  • Available to work full-time from June – August (summer internship program only) and attend Summer Intern Orientation the last week of May

Early Application Deadline:

Coming in 2026

Final Application Deadline:

Coming in 2026

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Benefits

Full-time paid summer, fall, and spring internships

Matched mentor for each intern

Scholarship opportunities

Participation in networking events

2½-day Summer Intern Orientation

Lifetime alumni opportunities and connections

Application Process

To apply to the Internship Program, you must submit the following: completed application form, resume, and unofficial transcript(s).

Phase I: Application and Review

Complete the online application, and submit required documentation. (August/September-December)

Phase II: Interview

Qualifying students will interview with THF staff. (September-January)

Final Talent Pool

Students receiving the highest scores during the interview process will be accepted into Final Talent Pool (FTP). Selection into FTP does not guarantee an internship.

Internship Placement

FTP students are eligible for internship placement (spring, summer, and fall). Students will be contacted about internship opportunities. Placement is not guaranteed.

> 2,000

THF
Alumni
Worldwide

102

Summer Interns Placed in 2025

50

Academic Institutions Represented