Summer 2026 America 250- Ohio Commission Digital Media Internship

The Ohio History Connections mission is to Spark Discovery of Ohios stories.
Embrace the present share the past and transform the future.

Position: Summer 2026 - America 250- Ohio Commission Digital Media Internship

Type: Unpaid Internship or Academic Credit Internship

Schedule: Part-time unpaid thirteen-week position starting on Monday May 11- Friday August 7 2026.

Notes on Schedule: Must be available weekdays for a minimum of 10 hours per week or minimum requirement for academic credit according to university guidelines

Location: Hybrid (Offices in Columbus events statewide)

Reports to: Theme Months Project Coordinator

Application Period: Applications will be accepted until March 31 2026. Once the position closes applications will be reviewed and those candidates best fitting the needs of the position will be contacted for an interview.

About Ohio History Connection:

The Ohio History Connection formerly the Ohio Historical Society is a statewide history organization with the mission to spark discovery of Ohios stories. Chartered in 1885 the OHC carries out history services for Ohio and its citizens focused on preserving and sharing the states history. This includes housing the state historic preservation office the official state archives local history office and managing more than 50 sites and museums across Ohio.

Summary:

The Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial (also referred to as America250-Ohio) was formed through OH. Rev. Code 149.309 and announced on March 1 2022 on Ohios Statehood Day by Governor Mike DeWine. America250-Ohio is charged with leading Ohios celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026.

We are seeking an aspiring digital media professional to play a significant role in our summer 2026 video production efforts to help Ohioans engage with the rich history and heritage of our state in alignment with America 250-Ohios 12 Monthly Themes. The America 250-Ohio Digital Media Intern will support these digital storytelling efforts by transforming raw video and audio assets into polished ready-to-publish video packages for a general audience.

Essential Functions:

• Support team to help plan execute and promote digital storytelling efforts
• Edit raw video footage into polished professional videos
• Prepare clips and short-form video content for web and social media distribution
• Assist in preparing longer-form video content for special projects
• Prepare clips graphics and subtitles for videos
• Contribute to creative historical storytelling for a general audience

Required Education Skills Experience:

• Must be enrolled in an academic program OR a recent graduate from an academic program (within one year)
• Majors in History Communications Digital Media Studies Video Production or related field
• Experience with video editing
• Experience with content creation

Required Competencies:

• Works well both independently and with and in support of colleagues to complete work.
• Demonstrates a potential to communicate well in written and verbal communications including informal mediums like email and meetings
• Demonstrates an ability to meet deadlines and a background in digital editing
• Maintains strong attention to detail

Other Requirements:

• Must complete a background check and internship onboarding paperwork
• Must create an account and log internships hours via Track It Forward
• Must present at the summer internship summit
• Must attend professional development opportunities and meetings when requested

Education and Experience Outcomes:

• Digital media editing and historical storytelling experience
• Experience supporting public history projects/initiatives
• Understanding of a variety of target audiences
• Opportunity to develop editing skills and experience with wide distribution
• Team collaboration and networking skills

Application Instructions

To apply visit www/ and use the Applicant Tracking System to apply. Include resume cover letter and applicable application materials. For questions and accommodations email or call

Required Experience:

Intern