Internships and Volunteer Positions

This page last updated: February 10, 2009.

Click below for a list of media companies in Oregon that accept interns.


Oregon Governor's Office of Film & Television Internship

We typically select two interns each term/semester who can work a minimum of 20 hours per week in our office in Portland. These are non-paying positions. Each student must be enrolled in an accredited program and be able to receive college credit while working in our office. Due to the nature of this position, we are unable to offer any benefits, parking or other compensation.

To apply for a position with the Governor's Office of Film & Television please send a cover letter and resume to:
Nathan Cherrington, Internship Manager
Governor's Office of Film & Television
1001 SE Water Avenue, Suite 430
Portland, OR 97214
nathan@oregonfilm.org


Volunteer Opportunities: Co-host & Field Reporter for Sustanable Today TV

Posted 6/1/2010

Sustainable Today is a cable access program that covers the entire specturm of sustainability topics including social, economic and environmental issues. We produce once a month from Portland Community Media and the show is seen statewide over OPAN and OPB's Plus channel.

1. We are looking for an additional host to compliment our current female host for studio interviews and to research, select, contact and book guests for the program. You will co-ordinate and conduct the interview segment of our show as well as prepare and present a short digest of current sustainability related news. You may also assist with some outside studio production segments. Most of the work is in the Portland metro area but we have and will travel statewide if necessary.

The ideal person would be a journalism student or intern or a professional within the sustainability movement. Must possess a keen interest in sustainability and developed research, interview and reporting skill together with on-camera presentation talent. An ability to improvise and develop a friendly rapport with your counterpart is required. We will direct and train you if needed. Strong connections within the sustainability movement are greatly desired.

2. We need field reporters to go with camera crews to interview & produce one of two spotlight segments for each show. One focuses on a business that has benefitted and/or is actively involved in sustainable activities and practices. The other is a Community Spotlight that highlights grassroots, non-profit, local efforts to promote and advance sustainability. Most of the work is in the Portland metro area but we have and will travel statewide if necessary. We will take as many qualified volunteers as we can get.

The ideal person would be a journalism student or intern with a keen interest and developed research, interview and reporting skill as well as on-camera presentation talent. You will be required to research, contact, set up and report on-camera the various field pieces.

This is a polished production so if you are keen on sustainability and the environment, and want to gather some experience for your resume or even your personal life, you will be working with a seasoned veteran news photographer and an experienced crew. This is not your ordinary public access show.

This program is an all volunteer effort. None of the producers, field correspondents, hosts or production staff are paid. We are seeking funding for wider distribution and national exposure through a newly created non-profit organization called The Center for a Sustainable Today. So there is a possibility this could turn into a more permanent paid position down the road.

See us at http://sustainabletoday.org
Contact us at video@sustainabletoday.org

Please include your resume and a photo if you have one. Looking forward to your responses.

Tom Hopkins
Producer/Director


The Film Oregon Alliance; an all-volunteer organization

DV Team
* writer with film, tv and/or commercial experience
* producer with good organization skills and contacts
Contact Craig at craig@filmoregon.org or 541-383-8880

Web Team
* Perl/MySQL programmer/developer
Contact Craig at craig@filmoregon.org or 541-383-8880

Operations
* Attorney and accountant with nonprofit experience for consultation and/or sponsorship
Contact Monterey at monterey@filmoregon.org

Events/Fundraising
* Assistance leading up to Premiere Event
* Fundraising - obtaining silent auction items and sponsors
Contact Bonnie at bonnie@filmoregon.org or 541-504-4142

Education
* Volunteers interested in working on the Film Oregon Alliance Lecture Series
* Film Coordinator for Film or Documentary presentations
Contact Patricia at patricia@filmoregon.org

Please email or call with any questions, inspiration or support.

Member Services
Film Oregon Alliance
info@filmoregon.org
www.FilmOregon.org
PO Box 2119, Bend, OR USA 97709-2119


Office Manager Volunteer
Archaeological Legacy Institute

Archaeological Legacy Institute is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization based in Eugene. Our streaming-media website has become the world's most popular web site, with annual traffic of about 6.5 million page views. ALI also produces The Archaeology Channel International Film and Video Festival, an annual cultural event in downtown Eugene. We currently work out of a home office and are looking for opportunities to move into commercial office space.

Hourly Commitment: At least 10 hours per week.

Job Purpose: To guide and manage daily office functions and activities through the application of standard efficient office management practices.

Description: Productivity in our office is seriously hampered because our Executive Director and our Administrative Assistant are continually called upon to handle routine office tasks such as filing, bill paying, bookkeeping, correspondence, and so forth while also trying to develop and manage programs and raise funds! We need office help! An Office Manager would improve and maintain the office infrastructure to support the activities of the others who work here. This is a chance to help accelerate the progress of a dynamic and growing nonprofit enterprise. You will be joining a dynamic and innovative team on a mission to create a unique media organization with worldwide influence. Your help here will have a direct impact on ALI's productivity and ability to pursue its public mission. And the experience you gain will be directly transferable to other office positions you may seek in the future.

Key Responsibilities: Filing, bill paying, bookkeeping, correspondence, answering the phone, scheduling, data management, research, and special assignments as needed.

Requirements: We are not too picky, but we do prefer people who have interest and some experience in office management. The more experience in office work the better, of course. We will train you in the day-to-day tasks so that you can take them on yourself with confidence.

To Apply: Contact Dr. Richard Pettigrew by telephone (345-5538) or e-mail:
rick@archaeologychannel.org
A resume is required.


Filming Hallmark’s “Valley of Light”

Filming Hallmark’s “Valley of Light”

Hallmark’s “Valley of Light” starring Chris Klein (“American Pie”, “We Were Soldiers”) and Gretchen Mol (“The Thirteenth Floor”, “Rounders”) was filmed in Clackamas and Marion counties in 2005. With the ability to work within the same time zone, Oregon is extremely attractive to Los Angeles-based studios and production companies. Oregon is also home to a wide variety of talented award-winning filmmakers such as Gus Van Sant, Mike Rich and Todd Haynes.