Department: Digital

Supervisor: Product & Project Manager

Classification: Temporary, Part-Time (20-25 hours), Non-Exempt

Duration: June 10, 2024 - August 16, 2024

Office Location: Burbank, CA (Hybrid)

Compensation: $18.00/hourly

Work with a Purpose!

PBS SoCal is looking for a Digital Project Management Intern. If you have digital accessibility knowledge and experience and enjoy collaborating, coordinating, communicating, and working in a fast-paced environment, then submit your resume today!

About PBS SoCal 

PBS SoCal tells stories that matter through original programs that reflect the diversity of the region, and the full schedule of trusted PBS programs. PBS SoCal content channels are available for free on internet–connected screens and six local broadcast channels. 

A donor-supported community institution, PBS SoCal sparks the sharing of ideas at in-person cultural events and community conversations and delivers social impact through services that prepare our most vulnerable children for school.

Job Overview

The Digital Project Management Intern will assist the Digital Department in all aspects of testing, analyzing, and creating reports that will move the Digital Development Team forward in prioritizing accessibility and WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) across our online platforms. The ideal candidate is comfortable with online research, understands basic HTML, provides informed recommendations, and quickly immerses themselves in emerging technology. The Digital Project Management Intern will work remotely, with occasional in-person meetings at the Burbank, CA, office as needed.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with various departments to assess project workloads and requirements
• Develop comprehensive task descriptions within project management software
• Create and maintain spreadsheets and documentation for task tracking and presentation
• Conduct quality assurance in a development environment to test new features
• Engage in creative discussions with the team to strategize optimal approaches for website functionality

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age
• Experience in collaborative team projects
• A keen interest in web development processes and workflow optimization
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, Pivotal Tracker, Basecamp, or similar platforms

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, it is regularly required to sit, use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is also required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The working conditions are primarily in a telecommuting setting. However, the position will require occasional meetings in our Burbank, CA, office or a nearby venue. Depending on the position, job duties, and subject to the discretion of the company, the position may be telecommuting eligible in whole or in part. (Please see the telecommuting policy and telecommuting agreement for additional information concerning telecommuting terms and work environment.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

PBS SoCal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.