CNN Heroes Intern
Are you applying to the internship?
Job Description
About Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD):
WBD is a global entertainment company encompassing a vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands. They go beyond wizards, dragons, and superheroes, encompassing the work of storytellers, creators, and dreamers bringing content to life across various platforms. WBD offers career-defining opportunities, curated benefits, and tools for employee growth, emphasizing support and celebration of its employees.
Job Description: CNN Heroes Intern – NYC – Summer 2025
This paid internship ($19/hour USD) is based in NYC and requires regular in-office attendance aligned with the intern manager’s schedule. The internship is part of the CNN Heroes initiative, an award-winning program profiling individuals making a positive impact globally. Content is distributed across CNN’s networks, including CNN, HLN, CNN International, CNN Español, CNN.com, and social media.
Responsibilities:
• Attend weekly department planning meetings.
• Utilize CNN’s databases for video access, research, and interdepartmental communication.
• Conduct research, logging, transcribing, and assist with organizational and administrative tasks, including video and image searches.
• Develop and pitch ideas for nominations and Hero packages.
• Assist with local field shoots and tasks related to the annual Tribute Show (when possible).
Qualifications:
• Passion for news.
• Self-motivation and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Current enrollment in an accredited college or university (proof required), as a rising junior or senior (18+ years old) with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Authorization to work in the US without requiring visa sponsorship. (Students on visas such as F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., are ineligible.)
Internship Details:
• Duration: 11 weeks (two options: June 2nd – August 15th or June 9th – August 22nd)
• Hours: 35-40 hours/week (hybrid)
• Credit: Not required, but documentation for school credit will be provided if needed.
• Relocation: Not provided.
• Application Deadline: Friday, February 28th (but apply early due to potential early closure)
The internship program focuses on providing hands-on experience, mentorship from industry veterans, professional development seminars, networking opportunities, and a collaborative, inclusive work environment. The goal is to provide professional development, industry insights, valuable relationships, and real-life experience.
