WAY Intern - CNN Political Unit: DC - Fall 2025

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WAY Intern - CNN Political Unit: DC - Fall 2025

Application Deadline: Sunday, August 24th 

*Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!* 

WAY Internship Program 

We are excited to announce the Warner Bros Discovery Academic Year Internship Program (WAY). This six-month internship, running from the fall through the spring semester, is designed for high-performing rising seniors to be placed into extended internship opportunities.  Interns will enhance their professional skills and deepen their understanding of our businesses and culture, ideally positioning themselves for future post grad opportunities to continue their growth and success. Please note that while this internship is an excellent way to prepare for a potential career at WBD, participation in the program does not guarantee a future job offer. 

Your New Role 

This internship will be located in the DC area. The selected intern will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager’s in office schedule. 

As a Political Unit intern, students will have the opportunity to gain insight into the U.S. political system and CNN's editorial and production process while developing their research, writing and reporting skills as a part of the team that supports the entire network's election coverage.

 
Your Role Accountabilities 

• Conduct background research on 2025 and 2026 elections and candidates and produce briefing materials for network use

• Monitor live political events (virtually and potentially in-person) and write clean, accurate recap notes or stories

• Assist with political research requests from reporters and shows

• Track developments in voting and election rules

• Assist with other political coverage as needed

Qualifications & Experience 

• Candidate seeking a career in journalism, writing, or research preferred

• Candidate must have experience with journalistic newswriting, either for broadcast or digital platforms

• Extensive understanding of and interest in political campaigns and U.S. politics a must

• Should be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to function well on deadline

• Experience working with political data is a plus

Requirements

• 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 Senior undergraduate, graduating in Spring 2026 (18 years or older). This is specific to the WAY internships.

• Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above cumulative GPA) 

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