Economic Development Intern Jobs in Paramount, CA

ABOUT THE ROLE

CJ 4DPLEX is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Business Development Intern to support our expanding SCREENX and 4DX business. This is a part-time position (28 hours per week) and offers hands-on exposure to the premium cinema exhibition industry, working closely with cross-functional teams on high-impact initiatives.

The Intern will support market research, sales analysis, project tracking, and coordination with internal teams and external partners. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a dynamic, global entertainment technology company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support business development initiatives

• Assist with sales data analysis and preparation of reports and presentations

• Support project tracking, timelines, and internal documentation

• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders as needed

• Review AutoCAD drawings and theater layouts to support SCREENX and 4DX feasibility assessments

• Conduct site evaluations to verify installed equipment against design plans and specifications

Knowledge and Skills:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks

• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interest in cinema, entertainment, media, or technology industries

• Experience with data analysis, market research, or project coordination

• Familiarity with financial modeling, forecasting, or business intelligence tools

• Basic understanding of AutoCAD drawings and theater layouts

• Korean language proficiency is a plus

ABOUT CJ 4DPLEX

CJ 4DPLEX is a leading, next-generation cinema technology company, headquartered in Seoul with international offices in Los Angeles, London, Beijing and Tokyo. The company has created innovative film technologies for cinemas worldwide that include SCREENX and 4DX, for consumers to experience films in ways that were never before possible. CJ 4DPLEX is a part of the CJ Group that also includes entertainment powerhouses CJ CGV, the fifth largest theater chain in the world, and CJ ENM (CJ Entertainment & Media).

SCREENX is the world’s first multi-projection cinema with an immersive 270-degree field of view. By expanding the image beyond the frame and onto the walls of the theatre, SCREENX places the audience directly at the center of the story, creating a visually immersive viewing experience unlike any other. To date, there are over 370 SCREENX auditoriums around the world in 38 countries.

4DX provides moviegoers with a multi-sensory cinema-going experience, allowing audiences to connect with movies through motion, vibration, water, wind, snow, lightning, scents, and other special effects that enhance the visuals on-screen. Each 4DX auditorium incorporates motion-based seating synchronized with more than 21 different effects and optimized by a team of skilled editors. To date, there are over 780 4DX auditoriums around the world, spanning over 67 countries.

[NOTICE: Fraudulent Recruitment Offers]

Recruitment fraud is on the rise and affecting a number of companies, including CJ 4DPLEX America and its affiliates. What is recruitment fraud? It is a sophisticated scam that offers fake job opportunities to job seekers. It has been brought to our attention that fake/scam job offers have been circulated by certain individuals or organizations claiming to represent CJ 4DPLEX America, its affiliates, partners, and/or brands. These scammers may try to obtain financial information, payment for job offers, or other personal information through various methods such as email, text message, or social media.

In order to identify recruitment fraud, please note that CJ 4DPLEX America and its affiliates:

• NEVER conduct phone interviews via WhatsApp or other direct messaging platforms
• NEVER send job offers from free email services such as Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail, Zoho, etc.
• NEVER request payment, fees, reimbursement, or other monetary compensation from prospective candidates for employment
• NEVER request that prospective candidates purchase their own equipment or tools
• ONLY respond from an official cj.net email address
• ALWAYS make direct offers of employment and not through third parties

CJ 4DPLEX America is not responsible for any fraudulent offers. If a suspicious offer or contact has been received, we ask that you contact us via the email: cristine.kim@cj.net. We cooperate with all relevant law enforcement agencies to take appropriate action as necessary. You may also contact the FTC or the FBI to report recruitment fraud directly.

CJ 4DPLEX America is an E-Verify employer.

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Job Type: Part-time

The hourly pay rate ranges from $20 to $25/hour. We adhere to all applicable local laws regarding salary transparency and disclose ranges where legally required. The final offer will depend on a variety of factors including market conditions, candidate experience, internal equity, and other relevant considerations. Offers at the top end of the range are uncommon.