Warner Bros. Discovery · 1 day ago
CNN News Show Team Internships: DC - Summer 2026
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad
$19/hr - $19/hrWarner Bros. Discovery is a leading entertainment company offering a range of career-defining opportunities. The CNN News Show Team Internships provide students with hands-on experience in news production, including real-time news coverage, research, and show production responsibilities.
AdvertisingBroadcastingDigital EntertainmentDigital MediaFilm ProductionMedia and EntertainmentNewsPublishing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist in real-time news coverage by monitoring news sources, gathering information, and verifying facts to ensure accurate reporting during breaking news events
Conduct research on various topics, individuals, and current events to support the show's editorial process. Compile relevant information for use in on-air segments and interviews
Work closely with producers, researchers, and other show team members to contribute to the development of news stories, segments, and interviews. Participate in editorial meetings and brainstorming sessions
Participate in various aspects of show production, including preparing scripts, graphics, and video elements. Help with logistics for on-location shoots, interviews, and live broadcasts
Contribute to the show's social media presence by creating engaging content, live-tweeting during broadcasts, and participating in audience engagement efforts
Attend workshops, training sessions, and mentoring opportunities designed to enhance your journalistic skills and industry knowledge
Work with producers from story inception to finished package
Will have opportunities to be part of the LIVE control room team and handle any duties that may come from breaking news
Qualification
Required
Strong passion for journalism and current events with a keen interest in news production and reporting, and excellent written and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure, collaborative environment
Proficiency in conducting online research and using news-related software/tools
Availability to work flexible hours in-person to accommodate the show's production schedule
Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required)
Must be a rising Junior or rising Senior undergrad 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 Bros. 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
Benefits
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
Company
Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros.
Founded in 2022
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$17.5BKey Investors
JP Morgan
2025-12-05Acquired
2025-06-09Post Ipo Debt· $17.5B
2005-07-15IPO
Leadership Team
David Zaslav
President and CEO
Mark Thompson
CEO
Recent News
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