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CNN Digital Features Intern: ATL - Fall 2024

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Warner Bros. Discovery

Aug 2, 2024

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Atlanta

Requirements

  • Writing experience with work samples, including published bylines, is required. Please include links to your work samples within your resume.
  • Candidates should be passionate about news and storytelling, self-motivated and able to multitask.
  • They must be able to function well in a fast-paced, high-volume professional and courteous environment.
  • Candidates should have keen understanding of how to spot and tell a great story.
  • 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 cumulative 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. 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.

Responsibilities

  • Contributing to and writing original feature stories for CNN Digital
  • Reading, writing, and producing articles across wellness (fitness, food, exercise, sleep, mindfulness, and other health stories), science, travel, and style
  • Researching stories and building stories in CMS
  • Pitching story ideas
  • Going through the editing process and learning how we edit stories at CNN Digital
  • Learning how stories are crafted
  • Learning how we vet information, research and find sources
  • Learning how a story goes from an idea, through edit and onto CNN's digital platforms
  • Developing reporting and interview skills
  • Learning how to read scientific studies and breaking that down for a story

FAQs

What is the application deadline for the CNN Digital Features Intern position?

The application deadline is Friday, August 16th.

What are the program dates for the internship?

The internship starts on October 7th and ends on December 13th.

How long is the internship program?

The duration of the program is 10 weeks.

What are the expected working hours for the internship?

Interns will be expected to work 16-24 hours per week.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, the internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage.

Is school credit required for this internship?

Credit is not required; however, necessary documentation for school credit can be provided if desired.

What qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Candidates must have writing experience with work samples, be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university, be a rising Junior or Senior, maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above, and be authorized to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship.

What type of content will the intern be working on?

The intern will contribute to writing original feature stories across wellness, science, travel, and style sections.

Are there any preferred qualifications for candidates applying for this role?

Yes, knowledge or experience in wellness, science, travel, and style is a plus, along with experience reading, evaluating, and reporting on studies and data.

Will I have the opportunity to pitch my own story ideas?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity to pitch story ideas as part of their role.

Can I apply for this internship if I am currently on a student visa?

No, candidates currently on any student or exchange visa, such as F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., will not be eligible for the internship program.

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Warner Bros. Discovery

Entertainment & Media
Industry
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Employees

Mission & Purpose

Warner Bros. Discovery is a global media and entertainment company, known for producing and distributing a wide range of content, including films, television shows, and digital content. Their ultimate mission is to captivate audiences worldwide by creating compelling and innovative stories that entertain, inform, and inspire. With a strong focus on storytelling and creativity, Warner Bros. Discovery aims to enrich people's lives through entertainment and provide a diverse array of content across various platforms. Their purpose is to connect people through shared experiences and to continue being a leading force in the entertainment industry, shaping the future of entertainment in the UK and beyond.

Culture & Values

  • Act as one team

    Trust each other, succeed together, and grow together. Collaborate across teams and make decisions that are best for WBD overall. Prioritize growth, development, and well-being for our teams. Respect and support each other, and celebrate wins.

  • Create what's next

    Be curious, innovate, and focus on the future. Drive change, embrace disruption, and never stop learning. Use data and technology to transform what we create and how we tell stories and deliver. Experiment, fail fast, acknowledge mistakes and learn from them.

  • Empower Storytelling

    Put creators, consumers and partners at the center, and share extraordinary stories. Tell stories that entertain and inspire our viewers, communities, and each other. Foster creativity by giving the freedom to try new things and produce our best work. Deliver the best experience; anticipate what consumers want and be fan obsessed.

  • Champion Inclusion

    Empower others, have courage, and pursue equity. Amplify the voices of global storytellers to reflect audiences around the world. Intentionally seek out diversity, remove barriers, and create space for all to share ideas and be heard. Actively listen and lead with empathy, integrity, and transparency.

  • Dream it & own it

    Advocate the mission, move with speed, and drive results. Have an owner's mindset; bring a perspective, take decisive rapid action, and manage spend responsibly. Make clear choices, set ambitious goals, and be accountable for results. Speak up and fearlessly challenge the norm.