About the role#
The CNN Content Strategy Internship offers students the opportunity to support programming and scheduling operations within the Warner Bros. Discovery media portfolio. This 10-week program runs from October 12th to December 18th, 2026. Interns will work 16-24 hours per week in a hybrid capacity based in New York City.
What you'll do#
- Support linear and nonlinear programming and scheduling workflows.
- Research and track the competitive landscape on a weekly basis.
- Assist in updating and auditing program listings and internal databases.
- Create curation materials for original programming planning.
- Evaluate content for potential acquisitions.
- Manage inventory across tracking documents and assist with data cleanup and presentation building.
- Participate in content planning meetings and ad-hoc research projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university degree program as a rising Junior or Senior undergraduate student.
- Academic standing of 3.0 GPA or above.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and Adobe software.
- Extensive knowledge of the film, television, or news industries.
- Strong curiosity regarding content planning and scheduling processes.
- Ability to multitask, maintain organization, and communicate effectively in a professional environment.
- Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.
- Relevant academic backgrounds include Communications, Media Studies, Journalism, Business Administration, Marketing, Political Science, Psychology, or English.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: $19 per hour for undergraduate interns; $25 per hour for graduate-level interns.
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