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CNN Field Production/Technical Operations Intern: DC - Summer 2025

Warner Bros. Discovery
Washington, DC Intern
POSTED ON 2/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

CNN Field Production / Technical Operations Intern : DC - Summer 2025

Application Deadline : Friday, February 28th

  • Pro Tip : Submit your application as soon as possible - applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!

Your New Role

This internship will be located in the DC 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. CNN Field Production is responsible for capturing events, documenting news and telling the stories that illustrate CNN news events. CNN Technical Operations supports production within CNN studios and control rooms.

Your Role Accountabilities

  • Assist CNN Photojournalists as they cover Washington, DC.
  • Learn to record events and tell stories to the highest ethical, aesthetic, editorial and technical standards.
  • Intern will also spend 50% of their time with the Technical Operations team working in both the studios and control rooms during live programming and pre-tapes.
  • Qualifications & Experience

  • Candidates should be passionate about news
  • A self-motivated, able to multitask student
  • Have a good attitude and be able to function well in fast paced, high volume environment
  • 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 (18 years or older)
  • Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA) A transcript will be required to verify your GPA if an offer is extended.
  • 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. 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.
  • 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 2nd - August 15th

    Option 2 : June 9th - August 22nd

  • 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 February 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
  • In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation for roles in locations where legally required. Pay Rate : $19 per hour USD for undergrad interns

    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.

    Championing Inclusion at WBD

    Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

    If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and / or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

    Salary : $19

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