Intern, Motion Picture Group - Production & Development

Summary of Position

The MPG Production & Development team is seeking summer interns. This position requires a talented and focused individual who will handle a variety of tasks such as script coverage, research, and administrative tasks to support 2 junior executives in the creative workflow of internal projects and submissions. Experience with script coverage and research is highly preferred. Candidates should have serious interests in pursuing a career track as a film executive. 

Responsibilities

• Data entry and filing of creative documents
• Contribute with creative tasks
• Read scripts and books to provide coverage for material
• Participate in brainstorms and thought exercises on film packages 
• Research and present a semester-long research project 

Qualifications and Skills

• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree during the length of the program
• Interns must be current rising juniors through recent grads (within 6 months of internship start date)
• Interns must be available to work for the entire length of the program
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Highly organized and detail oriented 
• Voracious reader
• Strong interest in being a film executive
• Effective time management skills 

Internship Details

Lionsgate Internship Program – Summer 2025

Program Dates: Tuesday, June 10th – Friday, August 15th, 2025 (10 Weeks)

 

The Lionsgate Internship Program is designed to identify, recruit, and develop a diverse group of students that will gain meaningful educational experiences, professional growth, and career opportunities.

 

Please read the following information carefully before submitting an application.

Important Dates

The Lionsgate Summer 2025 Internship program dates are: June 10th - August 15th, 2025

 

All interns are required to attend orientation on Tuesday, June 10th, 2025.

Details

• Interns must not work more than 36 hours per week
• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree
• Interns must be current rising juniors through recent grads (within 6 months of internship start date)
• Graduate students are eligible to apply
• Interns must be available to work for the entire length of the program
• All internships are paid
• Most internship positions will require working 4 days in office

To Apply

All candidates must submit a resume (PDF preferred) to your preferred area(s) of interest. The program offers internship opportunities in many departments, so candidates applying should keep in mind that they may be considered for departments not listed.

• Submit a 1-page resume (PDF preferred)
• Submit a cover letter (Optional)

About the Company

Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company’s film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.

Business Unit Overview

Motion Picture Group
Lionsgate’s motion picture business is a consistent box office market share leader with films that have grossed more than $10 billion worldwide over the past six years. This leadership is driven by world-class talent relationships, a deep and renewable portfolio of iconic brands and franchises, and a diverse and balanced slate that is built to enhance consumer enjoyment of the theatrical experience but also has the flexibility to utilize a broad range of alternative release strategies as the opportunities to monetize films continue to expand. The creator, owner and distributor of great film brands including The Hunger Games, Twilight Saga, John Wick, Now You See Me, Knives Out, La La Land, Saw, Dirty Dancing and Monster’s Ball, among many others, films released by Lionsgate and its predecessor companies have earned 129 Academy Award® nominations and 32 Oscar® wins.
 
In addition to its mainstream commercial releases, Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group includes specialty film distributor Roadside Attractions, an industry leader in award-winning prestige