Academic Year 2026-2027 CNBC Washington D.C. Internship Program

Job Description

About the Role
The Versant Internship Program offers students a unique opportunity to build foundational skills and gain exposure to a modern media organization, specifically within CNBC, the world leader in business news. Interns will contribute to meaningful projects that help audiences understand and navigate the world of business, supporting early career development in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do
• Build foundational skills
• Contribute to meaningful projects
• Gain exposure to how a modern media organization operates
• Gain hands-on experience contributing to content that helps audiences understand and navigate the world of business

You’re a Good Fit If You
• Are 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)
• Have a current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits)
• Are available to work 24 hours per week from September 14th 2026 through April 16th 2027
• Are willing to work on-site at the Washington, D.C. office
• Are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and do not require work visa sponsorship from VERSANT now or in the future to retain authorization to work in the United States
• Are not currently on any student or exchange visa (e.g. F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1) unless able to change or adjust to another status that grants work authorization without sponsorship from VERSANT
• Can complete I-9 form with Social Security number within 3 days of hire

Bonus Qualifications
• Have a class standing of junior or above
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
• Have a strong interest in the media industry
• Have previous internship experience and on-campus involvement

Role Highlights & Compensation
• Paid internship
• Eligible for time off to support overall health, well-being, and academics
• Eligible for structured onboarding and professional development opportunities
• Eligible for mentorship and networking with teams across the company & intern community
• Eligible for hands-on experience that supports long-term career growth
• Hourly rate of $19.00
• Work on-site at a central Capitol Hill office in Washington, D.C.
• Office location is steps from Union Station, top dining, and the National Mall
• Easy transit and walkable neighborhood for commuting or city life
• Modern office building designed for productivity and teamwork
• Location puts you in the heart of D.C. – at the center of government, culture, and business