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Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site
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The Summer Games is an innovative internship program that attracts some of the nation's best and ... Experience with programming languages, including .NET, C++, JavaScript, Java, or Python in a ...
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$53K - $108K/yr
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Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
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Panama City, FL · On-site
$53K - $108K/yr
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Panama City, FL · On-site
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Charleston, SC · On-site
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Charleston, SC · On-site
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Rome, NY · On-site
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Rome, NY · On-site
$53K - $108K/yr
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Software Engineer I
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Huntsville, AL · On-site
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El Segundo, CA · On-site
$53K - $108K/yr
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Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site
$53K - $108K/yr
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Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site
$53K - $108K/yr
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Charleston, SC · On-site
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| Work Environment | Typically in software or game studios, coding teams | Design teams, collaborative environments, cross-disciplinary roles |
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Versant Academic Year Internships Platform Engineering Fandango GolfNow Rotten Tomatoes
Versant Media IncOrlando, FL
$30/hr
Other
Medical, Retirement, PTO
Posted 4 days ago
Job description
Job Description
The Versant Internship Program offers students the opportunity to build foundational skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain exposure to how a modern media organization operates. Interns are curious, motivated, and eager to learn in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
All internships are paid. Academic Year interns are also eligible for:
- Time off to support overall health, well-being, and academics.
- Structured onboarding and professional development opportunities
- Mentorship and networking with teams across the company & intern community
- Hands-on experience that supports long-term career growth
As part of Versant’s internship program, interns will help shape a new experience designed to invest in emerging talent and support early career development.
** Academic Year 2026-2027 Internship Program:**
- Applications Open: May 13th 2026
- Applications Close: June 12th at 11:59pm ET. Tip: Apply early! Positions may be filled on a rolling basis and applications may close once capacity is reached.
- Program Dates: September 14th 2026 to April 16th 2027
- Time Commitment: 24 hours per week, part-time. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need.
- Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work on-site at the Orlando, FL office.
** How to Apply:**
- Submit a one-page resume detailing your relevant experience, skills, accomplishments, and expected graduation month and year.
- Submit an optional letter to the hiring team expressing your interest in Versant, the internship locations you are open to (listed below), and your primary areas of interest (opportunities listed below).
- Must be able to provide a current transcript (unofficial transcripts accepted) to confirm enrollment in a degree-granting program during the recruitment process.
** Job Description:**
This division includes Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, TeeOff, GolfPass, Golf Channel, and other digital platforms focused on marketing, partnerships, product, and direct-to-consumer initiatives. Interns gain hands-on experience contributing to campaigns, ad sales, product development, and programming that help audiences discover, engage with, and enjoy entertainment across film, TV, and sports. From enhancing the digital moviegoing experience to modernizing how fans connect with the game of golf, interns play a role in building platforms and content that make entertainment more accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for audiences everywhere.
Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to:
- Engineering – Rotten Tomatoes
Qualifications:
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
- Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program OR have a graduation date in Spring 2026. Applicants who graduated in 2025 or earlier are not eligible for our internship program.
- Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
- Must be available to work 40 hours per week from September 14th 2026 through April 16th 2027.
- Must be willing to work on-site at the Orlando, FL office.
- Must be presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must not require work visa sponsorship from VERSANT now or in the future to retain authorization to work in the United States.
- For further clarification, candidates currently on any student or exchange visa (e.g. F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1) are not eligible to apply unless they will be able to change or adjust to another status that grants work authorization without sponsorship from VERSANT. VERSANT is an E-Verify company, requiring all employees to have an active Social Security number. Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete I-9 form with Social Security number within 3 days of hire.
Desired Characteristics:
- Students with class standing of junior or above preferred
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Strong interest in the media industry
- Previous internship experience and on-campus involvement
The hourly rate for student interns is $30.00.
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At our Orlando office, home to GolfNow , you’ll enjoy standout perks in a relaxed, campus-style setting:
- Tee it up -- Onsite golf simulator for practice, play, or a quick mental break
- Fuel up -- Complimentary snacks, drinks, and coffee throughout the day
- Eat up -- Convenient lunch spot located upstairs
- Move more -- Onsite fitness center to fit in a workout anytime
It’s a workplace that blends productivity with play - perfect for a city that knows how to keep things balanced.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.
VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.
_ _ VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.__
Compensation:
$30-$30