Burlington Center Opened Media Internship Applications
The CCTV Center for Media and Democracy is seeking four local youth to produce election coverage for Town Meeting TV.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Civic Engagement
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The CCTV Center for Media and Democracy has launched applications for a new Neighborhood Media Internship program in Burlington. Four selected participants will produce local election coverage for Town Meeting TV.
Why it matters
The program provides youth with hands-on experience in video production and civic reporting. This initiative aims to increase local representation in election coverage through community-focused media projects.
The internship is open to individuals aged 16 through 20 who can commit to four hours of work per week. The selection process for the four available positions is currently underway.
The players
CCTV Center for Media and Democracy
This Burlington-based organization, founded in 1984, works to provide community media access and democratic engagement opportunities.
Town Meeting TV
This local media outlet serves as the primary platform for broadcasting election coverage produced by the internship cohort.
The details
Selected interns will work as a cohesive team to plan, record, and edit various video projects while performing on-the-ground reporting. The cohort will meet twice weekly, supported by funding from private donors, and receive a stipend upon successful completion of the program.
Timeline
The internship program cohort is scheduled to begin meeting in mid-October 2026.
The program duration is set to conclude in January 2027.
Political Context
This program aligns with long-standing public interest mandates that encourage local media organizations to foster civic participation. It reflects a broader movement to increase youth engagement in the democratic process through community-led reporting.
Local youth aged 16 to 20 interested in media production may apply for the opportunity to receive a stipend and professional training. Participants will directly contribute to the city's election information landscape by supporting Town Meeting TV broadcasts.
The takeaway
This initiative provides a structured way for young residents to gain technical media skills while contributing to Burlington's civic discourse. Students interested in journalism or video production should review the application criteria promptly to meet the upcoming cohort start date.
What happens next
The internship program cohort is scheduled to begin its meetings in mid-October 2026, with the program officially concluding in January 2027.
Further reading
For more information on local programs, visit the Civic Engagement section.
More information
Apply or review the program requirements on the CCTV internship application page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Vermont Business Magazine.
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