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UW Credit Union

Multimedia Graphic Design Intern

Madison, WI

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

With dedicated mentorship and hands-on experience, you'll go beyond typical intern tasks and dive ... editing is a bonus. Skills * Solid foundational understanding of layout, typography, color theory ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for editing intern in Madison, WI is $19.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.52 and $21.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an editing intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Editing Intern, you need a strong grasp of grammar, punctuation, and style guidelines, often supported by coursework in English, journalism, or communications. Familiarity with editing tools like Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and track changes features is typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and good communication skills help you stand out when collaborating with writers and senior editors. These skills ensure content is polished, error-free, and meets publication standards within deadlines.

What is an editing intern?

Editing Interns are entry-level team members who assist editors in reviewing, revising, and preparing written content for publication. They often work for publishing houses, magazines, media companies, or online platforms, gaining practical experience in editing, proofreading, and content management. Editing Interns may also help with fact-checking, formatting, and learning editorial standards. Their role is an excellent opportunity to develop skills in the publishing industry and build a professional network.

What kinds of projects can an editing intern expect to work on, and how are assignments typically managed?

As an Editing Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of projects such as proofreading articles, assisting with content revisions, and fact-checking drafts before publication. Assignments are usually managed through editorial calendars or project management tools, and you’ll often collaborate closely with writers, senior editors, and sometimes the design team. Interns are encouraged to communicate openly about workload and deadlines, and you may have the chance to pitch ideas or take ownership of smaller projects as you gain experience. This hands-on exposure helps you develop both technical editing skills and an understanding of editorial workflows.
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Infographic showing various Editing Intern job openings in Madison, WI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 17% Internship, 1% As Needed, 52% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,612 per year, or $19.5 per hour.

Video Production/Marketing Intern for Fall 2026

Tormach Inc

Madison, WI • On-site

Temporary

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Salary: 19.00

Tormach, a manufacturer of capable, affordable, and easy-to-use CNC machines and
automation tools, is seeking a Video Production Intern for the Marketing Department for the
Fall 2026 semester. Come join our fun, passionate and dedicated Marketing Team, where
you will get tons of Marketing Experience in several areas! Applicants must be local to the
Madison area with availability for up to 20 hours per week.


Assist in the editing of videos for social media posting on TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn
and YouTube
Assist in editing technical videos to final cut or to prepare for collaboration
Basic editing skills: including logging footage, aligning audio to video, integrating
music with ducking and background noise control, creating basic titles, appropriate
transition creation, and file organization
Editing skills: color balance and correction to match footage from several cameras,
motion effects editing, EQ adjustments to balance music under dialog, layered edit
techniques, masking, tracking footage and cutting to the music beats
The ability to adjust the settings on a DSLR camera on the fly and to focus footage
Learn the basics of lighting, use of stands and camera tripods
Will need to edit YouTube thumbnails with Photoshop
Basic AI picture and video creation through prompting
Proficiency needed in the following programs: Adobe Premiere, Photoshop,
Microsoft Word/Excel/Teams
Experience posting videos, and vertical videos, to social media: Facebook, TikTok,
YouTube, Instagram, etc.


Note:video/editing samples are required and can either be emailed tokkraemer@tormach.com, or attached with your application on this site!