Paid Internships for
Emerging Creatives
Kickstart your career in media with our paid internships, offering hands-on experience in filmmaking, audio production, and more. Work alongside industry professionals, gain valuable skills, and build your portfolio while earning a paycheck.
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The Fall 2025 Internship application has closed. Please check back with us when the Spring 2026 application opens!
Applications for our Spring 2026 Internship: Film Essentials are now open!
​BAYCAT's paid internships help train participants to be able to launch their digital media careers and provide hands-on experiences to apply for media roles. Applications submitted by February 22nd, 2026 at 11:59pm will receive priority.
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Spring 2026 Focus: Film Essentials
This entry-level, exploratory internship is designed for emerging creatives (18+) who are interested in careers in film and media production. Over the course of this 6-week program, interns will gain foundational skills in creative and technical video production. In addition to hands-on and experiential training, this internship will focus on providing exposure to professional set environments and studio workflows. Additionally, interns will participate in professional development trainings and workshops to help identify the next steps in their creative careers, support job placement exploration and opportunities, and bolster work readiness.
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This internship is for emerging creatives who meet the following prerequisites:
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No formal training required – this program is for creatives at the beginning of their media journey.
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Demonstrated experience, interest, or experimentation in creative media practice. Examples of this could be: personal projects, school work, community projects, social media content, etc.
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Collaborative mindset. Participants should be interested in working with others, sharing ideas, and learning in a group setting.
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Foundational computer literacy. Applicants should be comfortable using a computer for tasks such as email, file management, and web-based tools. Experience using Google Suite, Mac OS, and creative media softwares are helpful.
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Eligible to work in the United States.
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Program Details:​​
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Program Dates: Tuesdays through Thursdays, March 10th, 2026 – April 16th, 2026
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Time: 10am-3pm
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Location:
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​Tuesdays and Thursdays (In-Person) at BAYCAT: 2415 3rd Street, Unit 230 San Francisco, CA 94107
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Wednesdays (In-Person) at Industry Exposure Trip or Remote (asynchronous/synchronous)
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Required Events:
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​BAYCAT InFocus Networking Event: Thursday, April 30, 202
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Showcase Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
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Our internship is for all creatives ages 18 and up, with priority given to San Francisco residents; we strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ folks, and disabled folks to register.
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Our internships run three times a year, during the Spring, Summer, and Fall. Please check back for future program application updates.
Production Assistance
Working on set, the production assistant supports all aspects of the film shoot. Tasks such as setting up equipment, organizing props, and supporting the producers and directors.
Production Coordination
With heavy involvement in pre-production, the production coordinator makes sure the crew is set up for success. Tasks include making arrangements before the shoot day and often supporting the producers and directors on set.
Cinematography
The cinematographer acts as the camera operator on set, working closely with the director of photography to capture the framing and lighting that will best communicate the director’s vision.
Video Editing &
Motion Graphics
The video editor is responsible for editing the recorded raw footage into the finished product. Most video editors learn motion graphics to be able to give movement to titles, lower thirds, and informational text.
320 CAREERS
Since 2008, we’ve propelled more than 320 interns into careers in the media and creative industries as producers, videographers, cinematographers, video editors, photographers, production assistants, and more.
82% HIRED
82% of our graduates have been hired by major media, entertainment, tech, advertising, and PR companies — all entities that play a pivotal role in shaping the stories of our society.
"I really can’t express how it feels to know that BAYCAT was there for me and you are the reason I am a Cinematographer at the SF Giants! Thank you so much for getting me this opportunity! You have been a huge part of my life and continue to be a huge part of my future. I plan on being one of your many success stories."
Iman Rodney
Cinematographer & Emmy Winner
SF Giants
"After college, all I wanted was an opportunity to show the media skills I learned. BAYCAT not only gave me this opportunity, but it also let me hone my craft and break into the media industry. I never imagined I would be creating amazing work people see every day. Thank you BAYCAT, for believing in me."
Jocelyn Carranza
Assistant Editor
Goodby Silverstein & Partners
Success Stories
''BAYCAT is one of those places I wish I knew about sooner. It allowed me to thrive in a field I was most passionate about, and got me the opportunity to meet with recruiters in my career. Because of BAYCAT, I am now a Production Assistant at Industrial Light & Magic and I couldn’t be more proud to have started with such an amazing program!”
Remal Halabi
Freelance Second Camera Assistant
"BAYCAT ignited my passion to tell stories. [They] nurtured my vision and helped me develop the skills I needed to be successful in the film industry. Incredibly thankful for all of my mentors and spring 2018 cohort, they believed in me and still believe in me! "
Mahelet Gezachew
Development Executive at Makeready