CNN Social Publishing and Global Programming Intern: ATL - Spring 2024

Application Deadline: Monday, October 23rd

Your New Role

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 Roles 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

• Writing and copy-editing skills
• Interest in social media as a medium for news consumption
• Self-starter attitude and strong communication aptitude.
• Time management and basic professional office skills.
• Must be actively enrolled in a U.S. accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required)
• Must be a rising Junior, Senior or Graduate 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.

Nice to Haves

• "Nice-to-have" skills include CMS experience; introductory-level photo editing or graphic design interest; and knowledge of basic video-editing techniques.

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 

 
And finally, what to know before applying:

The duration of the program is 11 weeks  
Program dates:

• Start Date: January 29th
• End Date: April 19th 

Interns will be expected to work 16-24 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 October through mid-December. 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. 

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 www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/  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…

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skillset, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

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 with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.