The Emma Bowen Foundation Summer Internship Application

Whether you're interested in being a producer, a journalist, a web developer, an engineer, a business executive, a PR agent, a sales representative, or any other career in media or tech, the Emma Bowen Foundation (EBF) is here to help you get your start. 

For over 35 years, EBF has been dedicated to the growth and development of students pursuing careers in media, entertainment, and technology. In that time, nearly 2,000 aspiring media professionals have received support, guidance, and resources from EBF. Most recently, each summer, we host a class of 150 new and returning EBF Fellows who intern at our partners. 

Please read below for more details about the EBF internship application.

ELIGIBILITY

You are eligible to apply for an EBF Summer Internship if you meet ALL of the following:

  • Are a high school senior OR an undergraduate college student who is graduating Spring 2026 or later

  • Plan to attend or are currently a student at a four-year accredited U.S. college or university (This includes students who will transfer to a four-year accredited U.S. college or university in Spring 2026 or Fall 2026.)

  • Have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0

  • Are interested in pursuing a career in media, entertainment, or tech

  • Are able to commit to a summer internship that will last at minimum 8 continuous weeks, with most internships having a longer mandatory length as specified by each partner company’s internship duration requirement. The internship is full-time and students work from 35-40 hours per week as determined by the partner company. (Note: Internships generally start in May or June. The internship start and end dates are determined by the partner company.)

  • Are currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship 

  • Must be at least 18 years of age prior to the start of the internship

If you have graduated or will graduate before January 2026, please sign up for our AMMP Network here. The AMMP Network is open to experienced media, entertainment, and technology professionals at college graduate/entry-level, mid, senior, and executive levels.

HOW TO APPLY

Before you apply, please review the internship qualifications, the parts required  for a completed EBF application, and the application process and timeline.

APPLICATION

Summer 2026 application will be posted soon.

You may submit the EBF Summer 2025 application form so that your information can be added to the EBF data base to receive information about the opportunities we share with our applicants (including the Summer 2026 application opening).

Learn more about the EBF fellow experience here and the application process timeline below.

Any questions? Contact us at recruitment@emmabowenfoundation.org.

Additionally, please add our team to your email contacts list to help prevent EBF messages from going to spam: claribel@emmabowenfoundation.org, anel@emmabowenfoundation.org, crystal@emmabowenfoundation.org,  and opeoluwa@emmabowenfoundation.org.

TIMELINE & LOCATIONS

From September – April, we review the applicant pool based on our partners’ internship requests and hiring timelines. An applicant may hear from us at any point during this timeframe while placements are being reviewed and decided. 

On May 15, applicants will be notified if they have not been selected for Summer 2026. Placement selections are determined by May 15. 

Throughout the cycle, the EBF staff, via email, will notify applicants about potential opportunities and required steps for further consideration for specific internship roles with EBF partner companies. Only candidates hired by a partner company to be a summer intern through this process are considered EBF Fellows for Summer 2026.

Please keep in mind that the EBF program is highly competitive. Each year, we receive thousands of applications, and we welcome about 150 Fellows to our prestigious EBF Fellowship program. Below you can see the states that the Fellows have interned in most recently. 

We look forward to receiving your application!

RESUME TIPS

Before submitting your application, read through these questions and tips to make sure your resume showcases your abilities and is easy for a representative or recruiter to read.

  • Is your contact information accurate?

    • Use an email you actively check every day as well as a phone number that has the voicemail set up with space available. 

    • Confirm that your hyperlinks for your LinkedIn profile and/or portfolio are still working. 

  • Does your resume highlight your relevant experiences?

    • Include your experiences from work, internships, classroom, extracurriculars, leadership roles, volunteer activities, and/or tech projects. 

    • List your technical skills and be specific using the name of the program or software.

  • Are your descriptions clear and to the point?

    • Start your bullet points with active verbs.

    • Quantify your experiences and performance when possible.

  • Is your resume easy to read?

    • Check your font sizes, font styles, and formatting for consistency.

    • If you are using a tool such as Canva or Google Docs, become familiar with their specific formatting features.

  • Did you proofread your resume?

    • Always make sure to check for spelling & grammar.

    • You should also ask a friend, professor, or career advisor to review your resume.