The PÖFF Shorts guest team (including several volunteers) has been working together since the days when PÖFF Shorts was still known as Sleepwalkers and Animated Dreams. Our main goal is to provide guests with clear and efficient communication, as well as a warm, welcoming, and homely atmosphere throughout the festival. The festival period is always fast-paced and somewhat chaotic, which makes it even more important for us to support and look after one another. We focus on finding solutions, sharing laughs, and maintaining a positive team spirit. If there is one team at PÖFF whose motto could be “come to the dark side, we have cookies,” it’s us — we always have cookies.
Intern’s tasks:
managing PÖFF Shorts Guest Department email communication in collaboration with the Guest Department coordinator and assistant during the more active pre-festival period (late September–October, when accreditations are confirmed)
sending reminder emails to guests during the festival (e.g. Q&A reminders), in collaboration with the Guest Department assistant
managing PÖFF Shorts Guest Department spreadsheets according to current tasks
working at the PÖFF Shorts information desk during the festival (10–18 November 2026)
supporting networking opportunities for PÖFF Shorts guests during festival events
assisting the PÖFF Shorts Guest Department with ongoing tasks and inquiries
Expectations for the intern:
reliability and a strong sense of responsibility in completing tasks
open and excellent communication skills
empathy and the ability to consider different people and perspectives
enthusiasm and a positive attitude
proactiveness and willingness to take initiative
strong adaptability and ability to work in a dynamic environment
interest and proficiency in spreadsheet tools (e.g. Excel, Google Sheets) are an advantage
In your application, please include a short response (up to 500 characters) to the following question: How do you perceive a film festival guest, and what could be your role in supporting them during their visit?
Internship period: September – November 2026 Application deadline: 14 May 2026 Location: Tallinn This internship is unpaid.
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