CNN Digital Editorial: NYC - Fall 2026

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To see what it’s like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on  Instagram  and  X ! CNN Digital Editorial: NYC - Fall 2026 Application Deadline:   On or before   Fri day,   August 21st       *Pro Tip:   S ubmit   your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant   volume!*   Your New Role      We have multiple CNN Digital Editorial internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will be   considered for   multiple   internship opportunities within this   general   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.   Example internship opportunities   could include : CNN Underscored Editorial Intern CNN Underscored Social Media Intern CNN Heroes Intern CNN Business Reporting Intern CNN Newsletter Strategy Intern Your Role Accountabilities   Duties could include:   Hands-on work and mentorship from passionate, talented team members journalism Reporting and writing multiple news stories every week on deadlines and receiving a byline for those stories Research developing and breaking news stories Fact-check Log tapes Conduct interviews Pitch story ideas Write brief news copy Contributing to and writing original stories for CNN Digital Independent research on topics/designated areas of interest for growth and audience engagement as directed by relevant members of the team 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)  Writing samples are required Curious mind Excellent communicator Attention to detail Research skills Digital literacy Have keen understanding of how to spot and tell a great story An interest in writing for business, consumer, ecommerce, product reviews, lifestyle, science, or travel features Experience reading, evaluating and reporting on studies and data Basic understanding of cross-platform storytelling Experience working in a digital newsroom 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   (18 years or older)    Please change the posting if the team is onl y ap pr oved for / accepting   undergrad   applicants   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 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.   What to know before applying:   The duration of the program is 10 weeks    Program dates:   Start Date: October 12 th   End Date: December 18 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   early   August   through   mid - September . 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 develo