CNN International Internships: ATL - Summer 2025

CNN
  • Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
  • Sector
    Commercial
  • Experience
    Internship
  • Posted
    Jan 27

Position description

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.

 

We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.

 

To see what it’s like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!

 

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   

Overview of the internships 

 

We have multiple CNN International internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will be considered for all internship opportunities within this area. These internships will be located in the AT 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. 

 

This could include, but is not limited to: 

 

  • CNN International Planning Intern

  • CNN International Newsroom Intern

  • CNN International Productions Intern

 

Your Role Accountabilities 

Duties could include: 

  • Attend editorial meetings and liaise with CNNI show teams

  • Contact prospective guests for live shows

  • Handle logistics for guest bookings

  • Conduct research and pre-interviews for use in show segments

  • Make clips of interviews after they air

  • The intern will work closely with our Associate Producers to learn about cutting videos and soundbites.  

  • The intern will also learn some template-based graphic skills.

  • Also, the intern will work with the International Content Unit to write scripts for air, including packages.

  • Working with a team that produces, writes, and creates original pieces for broadcast and online audiences    

  • Learning about the technology and systems used in news and features production for digital, television, and social content

  • Researching, pitching, planning, and putting together stories, segments, and programs on topics like travel, business, African culture, conservation, and innovation

 

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)  

  • 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 Undergrad Student (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. 

  • Must have a keen interest in current events and international affairs

  • Must have strong communication and writing skills

  • Must show initiative and ask questions

  • Interested in international news  - don't need to have a vast international background/language skills, but have to be truly interested and invested in international news and wanting to learn more about world news.

  • Helps if they already know how to use video editing software

  • Keen interest in telling engaging stories to a global audience

  • Understanding of international cultures and trends

  • Awareness of basic editing, shooting and production skills

  • Excellent communication skills both written and in personA great attitude and willingness to learn

  • Journalism major or journalism experience

  • Additional language skills

 

 

What to know before applying: 

  • The duration of the summer program regardless of which start/end option is 11 weeks.  Program date options are below:

  • 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. 

Application instructions

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