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WBD Academic Year Internships (WAY): NYC CNN News, Documentary, and Social - Fall 2026

We are excited toofferthe Warner Brothers Discovery Academic Year Internship Program (WAY)for the 2026-2027 academic year. This six-month internship, running from the fall through the spring semester, is designed for high-performing rising seniors to be placed into extended internship opportunities. Interns will enhance their professional skills and deepen their understanding of our businesses and culture, ideally positioning themselves for futurepost-gradopportunities to continue their growth and success.

Please note that while this internship is an excellent way to prepare for a potential career at WBD, participation in the program does not guarantee a future job offer. However, this role is an excellent opportunity to be considered for the CNN News Associate Program or an entry level CNN role.

Your New Role

We may have multiple WAY internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will beconsidered formultiple WAY internship opportunitieslocatedin the NYC area.The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office onaregularcadencebased on the internmanager'sin office schedule.

Qualifications & Experience

Essentials needed for the positions that are similar across the above roles, these do not all have to apply to every single role

• Candidates should be passionate about news and long-form/documentary storytelling

• Candidates should be self-motivated and able to multitask

• Be able to function well in fast paced, high volume environment

• Strong knowledge of video editing (proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva and in-app editing tools)

• Excellent time management and organizational skills

• Should have experience in producing and covering news, either school newspaper or college TV station.

• Should have a passion for news and finding interesting and buzzy stories from all corners of the world.

Requirements

• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollmentrequired)

• Must be a rising Senior undergraduate, graduating in Spring 2027 (18 years or older)

• Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above cumulative GPA). A copyof your transcriptwill berequiredto verify your GPA if an offer is extended.

• This position is part of the WBD Academic Year (WAY) internship program. The program duration is 6 months, running from early October to mid-April. Candidates will be expected to commit to the entire 6-month duration.

• 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 futurein order toretaintheir authorization to work in the United States. Candidates currently on any student or exchange visa, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., will not be eligible for the internship program.

What To Know Before Applying:

• This internship willlastthe duration of the Fall - Spring semester. The dates are as follows:

• Start Date: October12th

• End Date: April 16th

• Interns will be expected to work 16-24 hours per week in ahybrid capacity.

• Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is notrequired; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.

• Interviewing will take place from early August through mid-September. 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 forpaid,for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports,newsand 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'swhat 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 muchmore

• 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 youdidn'tknow youhad

• The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind thescenes

• Relationships that will go beyond your collegiatecareer

• Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your nextadventure

In compliance with local law, we aredisclosingcompensationfor roles in locations where legally required.Pay Rate: $19 per hour USD forundergradinterns, $25 per hour USD for graduate level interns.