Summer Intern - International Show Teams

Job Description

We have multiple CNN International Show Teams internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will be considered for multiple internship opportunities within this general area. These internships will be located in the NYC. The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager ' s in office schedule.
Example internship opportunities could include :
• CNN International Business 100% In Person Intern
• CNN International Quest Means Business 100% In Person Intern
• CNN Fareed Zakaria GPS 100% In Person Intern
• CNN International The Brief with Jim Sciutto 100% In Person Intern
Your Role Accountabilities
• These roles are 100% in-person and will be expected to work in-office 5 days per week.
• Work alongside the show team on writing, guest-booking, field producing, and so much more
• Strengthen research skills while contributing to the show
• Participate in daily and planning meetings
• Learn how to identify video and use the various CNN databases
• Transcribe tape
• Write for air and work with producers from story inception to finished package
• Assist in basic administrative tasks
• Pitch ideas to the team
• Read books and prepare notes ahead of the team meetings
• Research stories and guests for the show
• Prepare for tapings
• The internship provides a real look at program development and execution

Qualifications & Experience
• Ability to work in-office 5 days per week
• Passion for international politics and economics and a general interest in TV broadcast
• Passion for news stories and strong knowledge of news
• Ability to pitch stories with an international lens
• Understanding of business and/or business news
• Self-motivated, ability to multitask, positive attitude, and ability to function well in a fast paced, high volume environment
• Strong writing, research and communications skills
• Must be willing to work late shifts or overnights as Intern's schedules will vary and shift throughout their internship, so they can participate in all aspects of the show
• Must be actively enrolled in a n accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required )
• Must be a rising Junior or Senior or Graduate student (18 years or older)
• Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA) A transcript will be required to verify your GPA if an offer is extended.
• Warner Bros. Discovery will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Warner B ros. Discovery now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States. Candidates currently on any student or exchange visa, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., will not be eligible for the internship program.
What to know before applying:
• The duration of the program is 11 weeks
• Program dates:
• Option 1: June 1 st – August 1 4 th
• Option 2: June 8 th – August 2 1 st
• Interns will be expected to work 35-40 hours per week in a 100% in-person capacity
• Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not required ; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.
• Interviewing will take place from mid February through early- April . A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates.
• On December 5, Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Netflix will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO. The transaction is expected to close after the separation of Warner Bros. Discovery's Global Networks division, Discovery Global, into a new publicly-traded company, which is expected to be completed in Q3 2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here.
• Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned spin-off of Discovery Global in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. (or) transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you'll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world's premier entertainment brands.
About Our Internship Program
WBD's Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country's boldest and brightest students for paid, for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports, news and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future.
Ready to learn more? Here's what we offer:
• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field
• Mentorship from some of the industry's kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans
• Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much more
• Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables
• Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network
• A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture
What you can expect to take away from the semester:
• Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn't know you had
• The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the scenes
• Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate career
• Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing compensation for roles in locations where legally required. Pay Rate: $19 per hour USD for undergrad interns, $25 per hour USD for graduate level interns.

Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-nebw7k-216-73-216-96-42 in your application.