CNN Image+Sound Field Production Intern: DC - Summer 2026

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.

CNN Image+Sound Field Production Intern: DC - Summer 2026

Application Deadline: Sunday, March 8th*

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

Your New Role 

CNN Field Production is responsible for capturing events, documenting news and telling the stories that illustrate CNN news events. This internship will be located in the DC area. The selected intern will be expected to join us in the office and in the field on a regular cadence.

Your Role Accountabilities 

Duties could include: 

• Assist CNN Photojournalists and Directors of Photography as they cover news events in and around Washington, DC on the front lines of history.

• Learn to record events and tell stories to the highest ethical, aesthetic, editorial and technical standards.

Qualifications & Experience 

• Candidates should be passionate about news

• Self-motivated,

• Able to multitask

• Have a good attitude

• Be able to function well in fast paced, high volume environment

• Must be a rising Junior or Senior (18 years or older)  

• 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 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 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. 

What To Know Before Applying: 

• The duration of the summer program regardless of which start/end option is 11 weeks.   

• Program date options: 

Option 1: June 1st  – August 14th  

Option 2: June 8th – August 21st  

• Interns will be expected to work 35-40 hours per week in a hybrid capacity 

• Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not require