Apply today for the NextGen Creative Internship and help empower and lead youth in making an impact in the world of publishing, media, and the arts. Program details are below. Click on the link below to apply. Application deadline is July 1, 2026.
Program Overview
The LDSPMA NextGen Creative Internships provide youth with leadership and professional development opportunities while empowering them to actively plan and run the NextGen program for Latter-day Saints in Publishing, Media & the Arts (LDSPMA).
Three interns will be selected annually to serve in leadership roles for a one-year term.
Internship Term
Dates: August 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027
Positions & Stipends
1. NextGen President
- Stipend: $2,000 + complimentary attendance at the LDSPMA annual conference
- Time Commitment: 5–8 hours/month
Responsibilities:
- Plan and coordinate NextGen Zoom meetings (8-12 annually)
- Plan and coordinate NextGen Zoom events (4–6 annually)
- Identify and secure speakers or presenters
- Lead outreach and marketing efforts
- Facilitate engagement in the NextGen community (e.g., Facebook group)
- Oversee NextGen initiatives and team coordination
- Assist with LDSPMA annual conference
2. NextGen Vice-President
- Stipend: $1,000 + complimentary attendance at the LDSPMA annual conference
- Time Commitment: 3–5 hours/month
Responsibilities:
- Support planning and execution of Zoom meetings and events
- Assist with identifying and securing speakers or presenters
- Assist with outreach and community engagement
- Collaborate closely with the President
- Assume presidential duties if needed
- Assist with LDSPMA annual conference
3. NextGen Secretary
- Stipend: $1,000 + complimentary attendance at the LDSPMA annual conference
- Time Commitment: 3–5 hours/month
Responsibilities:
- Prepare meeting agendas and record notes
- Track attendance and participation
- Follow up on action items
- Support leadership team operations
- Assist with outreach and community engagement
- Assist with LDSPMA annual conference
Program Expectations & Code of Conduct
All interns are expected to:
- Attend and actively participate in monthly Zoom meetings
- Contribute to planning and execution of 4–6 Zoom events annually
- Maintain consistent communication with team members and adult NextGen Program Manager
- Submit brief monthly progress reports
- Represent LDSPMA in a positive and respectful manner
- Maintain appropriate communication in all settings
- Follow community guidelines and organizational policies
- Complete a brief end-of-year report including recommendations for future teams
Supervision & Support
Interns will work under the guidance of the adult NextGen Program Manager, who will:
- Conduct onboarding session to explain roles and expectations, communication tools, branding guidelines, and safety expectations
- Provide ongoing mentorship and oversight
- Approve major initiatives and communications
- Conduct regular check-ins
- Answer questions and concerns in a timely manner
Stipend Structure
- Stipends will be paid in monthly installments
- The monthly time commitments are anticipated to average about the number of hours stated above. Should a participant assist more in one month (i.e. at the LDSPMA Conference), hours can be adjusted accordingly
- Continued payment is contingent upon satisfactory performance
- LDSPMA reserves the right to pause or discontinue stipends if Program Expectations and Code of Conduct requirements are not met
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be between the ages 11–24 as of August 1, 2026
- Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or legally able to receive taxable income in the USA.
- Demonstrate interest in publishing, media, or the arts and a commitment to LDSPMA’s standards
- Additional Requirements for Minors: Parent/guardian consent required
Selection Criteria
Interns will be selected by the LDSPMA Board of Directors and adult NextGen Program Manager based on:
- Leadership potential and initiative
- Creativity and alignment with LDSPMA’s mission
- Quality of work samples
- Strength of proposal
- References and interview performance
Application Process
Required Materials:
- Personal Statement & Bio
- Brief introduction, interests, and relevant experience
- Proposal
- Outline your vision for the NextGen program
- Include ideas for events, community engagement, and growth
- Work Samples
- Examples of creative or professional work (writing, art, media, etc.)
- References
- At least one reference (teacher, mentor, leader, etc.)
- Interview
- Selected applicants will participate in a phone and/or Zoom interview with LDSPMA Board Members and the adult NextGen Program Manager
Questions
- For questions, please contact: Shannon Symonds, NextGen Program Manager, shannon@ldspma.org
Apply
Application Deadline: July 1, 2026