Summer Intern - Public Relations

Job Description

The Team

The Cartoon Network Public Relations Department develops and implements all internal and external communication strategies for Cartoon Network, Adult Swim and Boomerang and leverages these brands across multiple media platforms including print, broadcast and digital by disseminating news releases, facilitating interviews and producing media events. - Cartoon Network (CartoonNetwork.com), currently seen in more than 97 million U.S. homes and 166 countries around the world, is Turner's ad-supported cable service now available in HD offering the best in original, acquired and classic entertainment for youth and families. Nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. (ET, PT), Cartoon Network shares its channel space with Adult Swim, a late-night destination showcasing original and acquired animated and live-action series for young adults 18-34.

The Job
• This internship is based in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Students will have the opportunity to learn and observe a number of functions within the department.
• They will assist the public relations team with daily tasks such as updating media lists, viewer relations, organizing press clippings, digital newsletters, etc.
• The intern will have the opportunity to be mentored by various persons in the department and sit in on strategy sessions and assist in the execution of PR plans developed for various shows and network initiatives.

The Essentials

To facilitate the learning experience, the following qualifications are preferred:
• Should be able to commit to 12 weeks of the internship and work 30-40 hours per week for academic credit. (Students will be asked for proof of the credit prior to the start of the internship).
• Candidate should be seeking a career in Communications, Public Relations and/or Marketing--should be self-motivated with the ability to work with a team and function well in an environment with short deadlines and simultaneous multiple projects.
• Candidate should also have working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook and other computer programs, along with some experience in social media/networking.

The Perks
• An opportunity to work with a great team that is passionate about the same thing you are!
• Networking opportunities to meet people that you'd like to know!
• A speaker series that introduces you to cool executives and what they do for the best brands!
• Part of the WarnerMedia family of powerhouse brands 

Summer 2020 program dates are June 1 through August 7. Interns are paid a competitive-wage based on location and relocation is not provided. Participation in the internship program is reserved for students who are currently enrolled or within 6 months post-graduation. Most positions are targeted to upperclassmen and graduate students.  

WarnerMedia, LLC and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and E-Verify users. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d91m9r-13-59-233-20-42 in your application.