CNN Sports Summer Intern: ATL - Summer 2024

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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.

Application Deadline: Friday, March 15th* 

*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 Atlanta 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 Sports is looking for an all-star intern to experience, learn and assist in sports newsgathering and production for all CNN Platforms: TV & Digital. We are made up of enthusiastic journalists who produce content airing on CNN's domestic and international television networks, as well as CNN.com. In addition to creating content airing within news programming, CNN Sports produces CNN International's premiere sports show, CNN World Sport, airing multiple times daily. 
 
Your Role Accountabilities 

• Assist our sports newsgathering team by watching events and press conferences, then alerting key moments and soundbites for the network to use on linear and digital platforms.

• Monitor social media for daily-news reactions, statements, and fresh video elements.

• Provide support to the CNN World Sport show team by creating graphic elements, transcribing interviews, researching stories, and gathering video elements for edit.

• Coordinate daily game recordings by monitoring video quality and router sources.

• Copy edit anchor scripts and network banners before they air on CNN and CNN International.

• Assist with basic administrative and production tasks.

Qualifications & Experience 

Passion for sports and a strong interest in storytelling.

Experience creating written, audio and/or video content.

Proficient with Adobe Premiere (or similar) video editing software.

Interest in sports that appeals to an international audience such as soccer, cricket, Formula 1, golf, tennis, athletics, cycling and more…

Excellent communication (written & verbal) and interpersonal skills.

Detail-oriented and reliable.

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, Senior or Graduate Student (18 years or older) 

Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA) 

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. 

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 3rd – August 16th  

Option 2: June 10th – August 23rd 

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 March 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  

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.

The Legal Bits…

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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.