Versant Digital Platforms & Ventures and Fandango Internships (Summer 2026)

Company Description

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks — including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel — with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.

Job Description

The Versant Internship Program offers students the opportunity to build foundational skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain exposure to how a modern media organization operates. Interns are curious, motivated, and eager to learn in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

All internships are paid. Summer interns are also eligible for:

• Time off to support overall health and well-being
• Structured onboarding and professional development opportunities
• Mentorship and networking with teams across the company & intern community
• Hands-on experience that supports long-term career growth

As part of Versant’s inaugural internship program, interns will help shape a new experience designed to invest in emerging talent and support early career development.

Summer 2026 Internship Program: 

• Applications Open: January 26th 
• Applications Close: February 27th at 11:59pm ET. Tip: Apply early! Positions may be filled on a rolling basis and applications may close once capacity is reached.  
• Program Dates: June 1 – August 7, 2026 
• Time Commitment: 40 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need.   
• Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work on-site at the Los Angeles, CA office.

How to Apply:

• Submit a one-page resume detailing your relevant experience, skills, accomplishments, and expected graduation month and year.
• Submit an optional letter to the hiring team expressing your interest in Versant, the internship locations you are open to (listed below), and your primary areas of interest (opportunities listed below).
• Must be able to provide a current transcript (unofficial transcripts accepted) to confirm enrollment in a degree-granting program during the recruitment process.

Role Details:

This division includes Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, and/or other digital platforms focused on marketing, partnerships, product, and direct-to-consumer initiatives. Interns can gain hands-on experience contributing to campaigns, ad sales, and product projects that help audiences discover, engage with, and enjoy entertainment across film, TV, and digital platforms.

Areas of placement include but are not limited to:

• Direct-to-Consumer
• Marketing - Partnerships
• Product
• Ad Sales

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: 

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program OR have a graduation date in Spring 2026. Applicants who graduated in 2025 or earlier are not eligible for our internship program. 
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits). 
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week from June 1 – August 7, 2026. 
• Must be willing to work on-site at the Los Angeles, CA office.
• Must be presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must not require work visa sponsorship from VERSANT now or in the future to retain authorization to work in the United States. 
• For further clarification, candidates currently on any student or exchange visa (e.g. F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1) are not eligible to apply unless they will be able to change or adjust to another status that grants work authorization without sponsorship from VERSANT. VERSANT is an E-Verify company, requiring all employees to have an active Social Security number. Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete I-9 form with Social Security number within 3 days of hire. 

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