The European Broadcasting Union’s (EBU’s) US subsidiary, Eurovision News Americas, is looking for an engineering intern to work part-time from our Washington, DC office. This is a paid position.
ABOUT EUROVISION NEWS AMERICAS
Eurovision News Americas (ENA) is the US subsidiary of the EBU's News operations, primarily serving the Eurovision News Exchange (EVN).
In operation since 1961, the EVN is the biggest exchange of its kind. It is built upon a network of nearly 70 EBU Member and sublicensee newsrooms in over 50 countries and is founded on principles of editorial integrity, solidarity, and sharing of knowledge and best practices.
In addition to serving the EVN, Eurovision News Americas provides news-related broadcast services and office space to EBU Members and affiliates and is an advocate for public service journalism in the Americas.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION
The Broadcast Engineering Intern will have an academic or professional background in video systems, media technology, or broadcast engineering.
The intern will support the ENA technical operations team in delivering reliable, high-quality broadcast output across live news and production environments. Working alongside experienced engineers, the intern will gain direct exposure to the full range of broadcast infrastructure including but not limited to: physical cabling, equipment setup, IP-based transmission systems and emerging workflow technologies.
The role is designed to bridge academic learning with professional practice, giving candidates with a background in video systems, media technology, or broadcast engineering a structured environment in which to develop and apply their skills. The intern will contribute meaningfully to day-to-day operations while also participating in forward-looking work such as gear evaluation and test lab activities, evaluating gear and editing software.
As an intern, you will:
Assist with cabling, equipment maintenance, and general production setup
Support local news events and live productions under engineering staff supervision
Operate and learn news editing tools and broadcast workflows
Work with IP-based transmission technologies including LiveU, SRT, and UDP
Learn physical broadcast infrastructure and signal routing
Support configuration and troubleshooting of transmission setups
Build and configure test or mock production environments
Familiarize yourself with broadcast systems and internal workflows
Document processes and assist with workflow improvements
Spend time in a test lab assessing new equipment and emerging workflows
Record observations and support engineering decisions with findings
Compare gear performance against operational requirements
Contribute to a collaborative and dynamic 24/7 news operation
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES
Hands-on experience or academic background in broadcast engineering, media technology, video production, or a related technical field
Familiarity with broadcast systems and workflows, including video signal flow, production infrastructure, and news editing tools; a strong willingness to learn is equally valued
Basic understanding of IP networking concepts; exposure to broadcast-specific protocols such as SRT, UDP, or similar transmission technologies is an asset
Practical experience with cabling, equipment setup, or technical maintenance, whether in a professional, academic, or personal project context
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, live production environment and able to prioritize tasks under pressure
Curious and proactive about learning new technologies, tools, and workflows; willing to spend time in a test lab environment evaluating gear and documenting findings
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively as part of a diverse, international team
An understanding of, or genuine interest in, the broadcast and media industry and how technical operations support editorial output
Reliable and professional in approach, with a commitment to punctuality, clear communication, and personal accountability
An appreciation for working in a multicultural environment and a respect for diverse perspectives and backgrounds
LANGUAGE: English is a must; a second language would be an asset
EDUCATION: High school diploma
ONCE ON BOARD YOU WILL
Be part of an outstanding diverse and inclusive multicultural and international team.
Work with accomplished and engaging professionals coming from a wide variety of backgrounds and covering an impressive range of professions both in and outside of the broadcasting realm.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We will not accept any applications after the closing date and we will contact only the candidates who correspond to the requirements.
Eurovision News Americas (ENA) is an equal opportunities employer committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels heard, safe and valued through a culture free of discrimination, we welcome applications from all communities.
Must have the legal right to work in the United States
ONLY APPLICATIONS VIA OUR RECRUITMENT PORTAL WILL BE CONSIDERED.
