CNN Digital Editorial: NYC – Summer 2026 Application Deadline: Sunday, February 22nd*

We have multiple CNN Digital Editorial internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will be considered for multiple internship opportunities within this general area. These internships will be located in the NYC area. The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager’s in office schedule.

Example internship opportunities could include:

  • CNN Underscored Editorial Intern
  • CNN Heroes Intern
  • CNN Business Reporting Intern

Apply here.

Your Role Accountabilities

Duties could include:

  • Hands-on work and mentorship from passionate, talented team members journalism
  • Reporting and writing multiple news stories every week on deadlines and receiving a byline for those stories
  • Research developing and breaking news stories
  • Fact-check
  • Log tapes
  • Conduct interviews
  • Pitch story ideas
  • Write brief news copy
  • Contributing to and writing original stories for CNN Digital
  • Independent research on topics/designated areas of interest for growth and audience engagement as directed by relevant members of the team

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)

  • Writing samples are required
  • Curious mind
  • Excellent communicator
  • Attention to detail
  • Research skills
  • Digital literacy
  • Have keen understanding of how to spot and tell a great story
  • An interest in writing for business, consumer, ecommerce, product reviews, lifestyle, science, or travel features
  • Experience reading, evaluating and reporting on studies and data
  • Basic understanding of cross-platform storytelling
  • Experience working in a digital newsroom
  • 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)
  • Please change the posting if the team is only approved for / accepting undergrad applicants
  • 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.

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 1st – August 14th

Option 2: June 8th – August 21st

  • 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 mid February through early-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.
  • On December 5, Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Netflix will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO. The transaction is expected to close after the separation of Warner Bros. Discovery’s Global Networks division, Discovery Global, into a new publicly-traded company, which is expected to be completed in Q3 2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here.
  • Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned spin-off of Discovery Global in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. (or) transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.

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.

Intern – Original Content & Documentaries, WWE – Stamford, CT- WWE Headquarters (Starting: May 18)

WWE® is the global leader in sports entertainment. The company creates and delivers original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, Premium Live Events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE’s TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including Netflix, ESPN, NBCUniversal, USA Network and The CW. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com.

Department

The Original Content & Documentaries team produces all of the original WWE entertainment content for A&E, Netflix and a variety of other partners. This group is at the center of storytelling for WWE producing countless original series and documentaries for its network and streaming partners. Some of its shows include the Legends and Future Greats (LFG), WWE Rivals, WWE Greatest Moments, Biography series, Raw Classics, Road to WrestleMania, and so much more.  

Responsibilities

  • This person will learn the production process from concept to air inclusive of interviews, shoots, pulling footage, editing, and creating compelling stories for all of WWE’s original content and documentaries. 
  • Interns will have the opportunity to learn and observe during interviews, camera shoots, concept pitches, and collaboration across an amazing team of people. 
  • Every day is different given the fast pace and interesting, high-quality content this team creates. 
  • This is a dream job for students interested in careers paths in production for original content. WWE has compiled an extensive library of footage and incredible content over the last 7+ decades. 

Qualifications

  • Interested in learning all about production for original content and documentaries
  • Collaborative and team driven
  • Excited about the opportunity to observe, learn, and help support various production projects
  • Eager to learn about all aspects of the production process, no task is too small
  • Curious, inquisitive, and eager to be a part of a fast-paced team
  • Studies in broadcasting, media, production, or related fields
  • Experience and exposure to Avid is a plus

Apply: https://wwecorp.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TKO/job/Intern—Original-Content—Documentaries–WWE_R0007386

Program Details

We offer internship opportunities across IMG, On Location, Professional Bull Riders (PBR), TKO Corporate, UFC, and WWE. Locations include New York City, Atlanta, Austin, Raleigh, Dallas, Fort Worth, Las Vegas, and Stamford, CT. All internships are in the office and in-person, unless otherwise noted.

In addition to hands-on experience and exposure to the global sports and entertainment industry, interns participate in events such as welcome/farewell sessions, a speaker series featuring company leaders, and career training workshops addressing everything from LinkedIn profile enhancement to resume building, interviewing skills, and networking.

Internships are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, or standard local working hours in the intern location.

Important Dates

  • By February 2nd: Internships are posted to our career sites.
  • February 28th: Applications will be accepted through this date.
  • March 1st to March 27th: Recruiters will contact candidates and begin the interview process.
  • March 30th to April 17th: Offers will be extended to selected candidates.
  • May 18th: Program start date.
  • The program will be 12 weeks in length, May 18th through August 7th

Recruitment Process

Our process consists of four steps.

  • 1. Tell us your story. In addition to your application and resume, please attach a word document and in 300 words max, share why you’re interested in the role. What are the unique perspectives, abilities, and qualities you would bring to the role? What do you hope to learn?
  • 2. Video Interview with a Recruiter. If selected for the next round, you will be contacted by the recruiting team to schedule a 30-minute video interview.
  • 3. Video Interview with the Hiring Manager. If selected to move forward, you will meet with the hiring manager and potentially 1-2 additional team members.
  • 4. Offer or Decline. If selected for the position, a recruiter will call to extend an offer. If you have not been selected, a recruiter will reach out to let you know.

Eligibility

Our program is designed for rising juniors, rising seniors, and those within six months of graduation from an undergraduate university, unless otherwise noted.

Candidates must indicate if they now or in the future require Endeavor to commence (“sponsor”) an immigration case in order to employ them (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case).

Pay

We offer paid internships; rates vary based on location. Pay rates typically align with local required minimums and vary by country.