Job Description
Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here. Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are... When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Application Deadline: Friday, March 15th* *Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible - applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!* Your New Role This internship will be located in the
Atlanta area. The selected intern will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager's in office schedule.
The Digital Programming Team and the Off-Platform Team each work to surface CNN's deeply reported journalism for massive audiences across multiple mediums. We're on the front lines of connecting audiences with news from around the globe, and we use data, testing and collaboration to make sure we're doing it in the most effective way possible. If you want to learn what draws people to click on a story, or how to drive engagement on social media, an internship with our diverse and highly collaborative teams is the place to do it -•alongside some of the very best in the journalism industry!
Your Role Accountabilities - The intern will have the opportunity to create and publish content to CNN's flagship social platforms while learning best practices from seasoned professionals -•and sharing what they've learned from their own personal social media habits.
- They will learn how to create compelling headlines and test them across platforms, to gain a deeper understanding of audiences who use different devices and what draws them in.
- The intern will get to collaborate on preparation and execution for election season content some of the most high-profile items that we produce.
- They will be encouraged to produce a presentation examining CNN's presentation across platforms and comparing/contrasting with competitors', sharing any insights through the eyes of a news consumer.
Qualifications & Experience - 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 Senior *Undergrad* Student (18 years or older)
- Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA)
- 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.
- Writing and copy editing skills, along with interest in social media as a medium for news consumption is great to have.
- "Nice-to-have" skills include CMS experience; introductory-level photo editing or graphic design interest; and knowledge of basic video-editing techniques.
How We Get Things Done This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
What to know before applying: The duration of the summer program regardless of which start/end option is 11 weeks. Program date options:
- Option 1: June 3rd - August 16th
- Option 2: June 10th - August 23rd
- Interns will be expected to work 35-40 hours per week in a hybrid 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 March through mid-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.
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
How We Get Things Done... This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
The Legal Bits... Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. 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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.
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