Documentary Production Intern
Warner Bros.
Documentary Production Intern
Warner Bros.
Produces films, television shows, and video games
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
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.
Documentary Production Internships: ATL - Fall 2026
Application Deadline:On or beforeFriday,August 21st*
*Pro Tip:Submityour application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicantvolume!*
Your New Role
Overview of the internships
We have multiple Documentary Production internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will beconsidered formultiple internship opportunities within this general area.These internships willbe located inthe ATL area.The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regularcadencebased on the internmanager’sin office schedule.
Example internship opportunities could include:
The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper Intern: ATL
Your Role Accountabilities
Duties could include:
Pitching story ideas to researching and developing a show, setting up shoots, and gathering editorial and video materials
Shadow and assist editorial staff.
Research, gathering media including archival footage, transcription, logging, organizing visual elements, and fact-checking.
Prepare pitches for shows, characters or experts
Screening documentary films, writing coverage, and giving feedback for documentary films.
Organizing and gathering relevant industry data and input.
Understanding and experiencing the art of a pitch
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)
Candidates should be passionate about news and long-form/documentary storytelling
Self-motivated
Able to multitask
Have a good attitude
Be able to function well in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Highly organized, detail-oriented
Strong oral and written communication skills
Passion for topical news and key issues of the moment, especially as related to popular culture.
Strong interest in documentaries.
Computer and analytical skills.
Must know how to use PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and similar spreadsheet platforms.
Willing to work both with a team and independently.
Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollmentrequired)
Must be a rising Junior or rising Senior undergrad student (18 years or older)
Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA)A transcriptwill berequiredto 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 futurein order toretaintheir 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 12th
End Date: December 18th
Interns will be expected to work 16-24 hours per week in ahybrid capacity.
Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is notrequired; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.
Interviewing will take place fromearlyAugustthroughmid-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 forpaid,for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports,newsand 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’swhat 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 muchmore
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 youdidn’tknow youhad
The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind thescenes
Relationships that will go beyond your collegiatecareer
Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your nextadventure
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. 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.
Produces films, television shows, and video games
Warner Bros. produces and distributes films, television programs, and video games for audiences around the world. Its film and television businesses develop projects, manage production, and license finished titles and library content to cinemas, broadcasters, streaming services, and home entertainment retailers. Games and consumer products extend its characters into interactive entertainment and merchandise, while its studio operations rent stages, equipment, and production services to filmmakers. The business earns money from theatrical releases, content licensing, game sales, and related rights and services. Warner Bros. was founded in 1923 and is headquartered in Burbank, California.
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