Content Transmission Specialist Intern: Atlanta - Summer 2024

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 

The Content Transmission department provides transmission services across News, Sports and Entertainment for WBD via satellite, fiber and IP. This group plays a crucial part in getting our live transmissions to air. Apart from working with teammates, this group paints a broader picture of the business by partnering with internal teams and external vendors. The internship role will work alongside the team to attain a working knowledge of the transmission infrastructure that connects Warner Bros Discovery, CNN bureaus and affiliates, vendors, and remote locations used for planned events and breaking news is required. The departmental culture heavily encourages teaching and learning which allows for personal and professional growth.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. 

 
Your Role Accountabilities 

Communicate with internal partners (International/Domestic Lives Desk, Editorial & Engineering) to gather transmission requirements and fulfill them in a timely manner

Utilize the scheduling tool(s) to create and schedule bookings

Create transmission paths by routing signals via satellite, fiber and IP

Collaborate with Business Admins on cost accrual, billing, reconciliation of disputes and discrepancies

Collaborate with Special Events on large scale events (debates, townhalls, elections, breaking news)

Engage with a multitude of vendors for requests and support

This position promotes acquiring knowledge in a fast paced technology and operations environment that's always growing and changing. Alongside that, this opportunity allows for exposure across various teams and can create lifelong networking opportunities!

Qualifications & Experience 

Ability to provide excellent customer service

Must work well under pressure and be able to multitask

Detail oriented and great organized skills

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. 

The Nice to Haves

Understanding of broadcast television

Understanding of Satellites, Fiber and/or IP streams

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. 

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