CNN News Show Team Internships: DC - Summer 2026

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CNN News Show Team Internships: DC - Summer 2026

Application Deadline: Sunday, February 22nd* 

*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 News Show Team 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 DC 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: 

• Inside Politics Sunday with Manu Raju Intern: DC - Summer 2026

• Inside Politics with Dana Bash Intern: DC - Summer 2026

• The Lead with Jake Tapper Intern: DC - Summer 2026

Your Role Accountabilities 

Duties could include: 

• Assist in real-time news coverage by monitoring news sources, gathering information, and verifying facts to ensure accurate reporting during breaking news events.

• Conduct research on various topics, individuals, and current events to support the show's editorial process. Compile relevant information for use in on-air segments and interviews.

• Work closely with producers, researchers, and other show team members to contribute to the development of news stories, segments, and interviews. Participate in editorial meetings and brainstorming sessions.

• Participate in various aspects of show production, including preparing scripts, graphics, and video elements. Help with logistics for on-location shoots, interviews, and live broadcasts.

• Contribute to the show's social media presence by creating engaging content, live-tweeting during broadcasts, and participating in audience engagement efforts.

• Attend workshops, training sessions, and mentoring opportunities designed to enhance your journalistic skills and industry knowledge.

• Work with producers from story inception to finished package.

• Will have opportunities to be part of the *LIVE* control room team and handle any duties that may come from breaking news.

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)  

• Strong passion for journalism and current events with a keen interest in news production and reporting, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Detail-oriented, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure, collaborative environment.

• Proficiency in conducting online research and using news-related software/tools.

• Availability to work flexible hours in-person to accommodate the show's production schedule.