Want to get involved in the Sundance Film Festival? Here's how
Sundance Institute | Photo by Stephen Speckman
With the Sundance Film Festival coming to campus Jan. 21–31, there are several opportunities for Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder students to get involved now.
Apply for paid internships
Two paid internships focused on accessibility at the festival are actively accepting applications exclusively for enrolled Buffs. Both positions are postedÌý andÌýare hybrid, temporary, part-time and pay $19.29 per hour:
- The accessibility intern will provide administrative support to the Sundance Film Festival accessibility team; gain insight into common barriers, accommodations and resources that impact an accessible event; develop and proofread training materials that support various learning styles; and gain an understanding of neurodiversity and how to create accessible materials.Ìý
- The American Sign Language (ASL) intern will help the Sundance Institute establish a network of ASL interpreters, cultivate working relationships with ASL vendors, build a working knowledge around platform interpreting and accessibility for large-scale events, gain insight into best practices around representation in the process of Festival slotting, and pair interpreter background, skills and experience to specific needs of an event or end user.Ìý
If you’re interested,Ìý. Each position begins soon and runs through Dec. 4.Ìý
Press credentialsÌý
Are you an aspiring journalist or film influencer interested in covering the largest independent film showcase in the United States? The Sundance Film Festival has reserved a set number of press credentials for qualifying Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder students:Ìý
- There are two windows to apply for press accreditation. With limited press credentials, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The standard application window is open now and runs throughÌýOct. 22. The late application window runs from Oct. 22 through Dec. 10.Ìý
- You must include an assignment letter from a professor, editor or employer verifying that you are covering the Festival as part of a class assignment, a news assignment or other assignment.Ìý
- To request a press accreditation application, emailÌýpresscredentials@sundance.org.Ìý
Learn more
ÌýÌýMore opportunities will be shared in coming months on theÌýÂ鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder-Sundance Film Festival website and in your Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder Today email.Ìý
ÌýÌýQuestions? ContactÌýBuff Info.
Volunteer corps
Want a different way to get involved? The Sundance Institute isÌý, including a new student volunteer program. If interested, you are encouraged to apply to volunteer as soon as possible.Ìý
Volunteering for the Sundance Film Festival is a one-of-a-kind experience. Every year, volunteers help create a global platform to celebrate film by collaborating with one another and supporting the mission of the Sundance Institute. The real benefit of volunteering is being part of a passionate community dedicated to supporting independent storytelling and providing positive experiences for all.
If you apply and are selected, you will be notified on a rolling basis. If you are not selected, you will be notified via email starting in December. Training and scheduling of volunteers happen in December and January.Ìý
You are encouraged to attend a volunteer information session before completing an application. The lastÌý, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Academic programmingÌý
Do you have a great idea for Sundance Institute-inspired academic programming? Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder is collaborating with the Institute to launch a year of academic, creative and experiential programming that extends beyond the Festival itself.Ìý
These engagement opportunities may include: classroom visits, research and creative work events, recognized student organization or recognized social Greek organization programs, campus symposiums or panels, and visioning and planning meetings for deeper engagements, such as collaborative research, exhibits, capstones and events.Ìý
Oct. 1 is the deadline toÌý for a fall 2026 semester activity.Ìý
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