Forum Intern

The Palm Springs International Film Society offers paid internships at $18 per hour. Interns are paid hourly and are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws. Interns should be available to work at least 20 hours per week for a minimum of six weeks. We are interested in applicants who want to learn more about the film industry, communications, event planning, and business management.

Our program gives interns hands-on experience in their chosen field, insight into how a nonprofit organization works, and an inside look at how a film festival operates. Each season we welcome a new cohort of interns who contribute to two major international film festivals, the Palm Springs International Film Festival and Palm Springs International ShortFest, along with our year-round programming.

We accept applications year-round and review them in two periods: October through January, and May through June. You can expect updates on your application during these periods.

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Questions? Email us at [email protected] or call our main office at 760-322-2930.

Forum Intern



The Forum team is responsible for the planning and implementation of all Palm Springs International Shortfest forum events including industry panels, roundtables, master classes, etc. They develop a cohesive forum program which teaches, engages, and impacts attending filmmakers who are developing their trade and which promotes the mission and vision of the Palm Springs Film Society. The Forum intern provides support for Forum events and works closely with staff to check in guests and ensure smooth execution of the program and a positive experience for all participants of all panels, rountables, and meetings with over 90 attending industry members and hundreds of filmmakers.

Elements of the position include

Interact daily with filmmakers and forum participants
Greet and check-in participants for forum events
Work closely with the Forum Producer and Forum Coordinator to ensure a smooth execution of the programs
Assist with the distribution of information to guests
Assist with forum administrative duties
Ensure that Forum rooms are refreshed by hotel staff daily

Skills Required

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written skills
Intermediate computer processing skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive
Ability to lead as well as follow and execute instructions effectively
Interest and knowledge/willingness to learn about film and the film business a plus
Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, flexible, self-motivated, solution-driven, and be able to work independently
This intern interfaces with over 500 guests, an outgoing demeanor is a plus
Must be able to act in a professional manner