Spring Intern - Documentary & Unscripted Programming / Development

Job Description

Overview of the internships

We have multiple Documentary & Unscripted Programming/Development 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 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.

This could include, but is not limited to:
• HBO Documentary Programming Intern: NYC - Spring 2025
• Magnolia Network Content Development Intern: NYC - Spring 2025

Your Role Accountabilities

Duties could include:
• Screening and writing coverage for documentary films
• Experience pitch meetings first-hand
• Support department in administration upkeep by maintaining the organization of departmental tracking systems
• Research and various projects including a semester long development project
• Assist the Production Executives with their creative needs
• Learn how to build pitch decks, write loglines and show descriptions
• Organize and track internal and external ideas in all phases of development
• Edit casting tapes
• Present series ideas for their own intern project
• Gain hands on experience to learn what it's truly like to work in production

Qualifications & Experience
• Strong interest in documentaries
• Spreadsheet and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Willing to work with a team and independently
• Familiarity with all Microsoft applications
• Excellent MS Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to develop strong professional relationships with internal and external parties
• Ability to work under pressure, multitask and prioritize deliverables/projects with competing deadlines
• Must be actively enrolled in a n 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 (18 years or older)
• Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above cumulative 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 B ros. 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.

The Nice to Haves
• Previous experience working with documentaries or unscripted content
• Familiarity with Premiere Pro a plus

What to know before applying:
• The duration of the program is 1 2 weeks

Program dates:
• Start Date: January 2 7 th
• End Date: April 1 8 th
• Interns will be expected to work 16-24 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
October through December . 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

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.

Championing Inclusion at WBD
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 with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d8kkbm-18-119-116-77-42 in your application.