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DC Comics Creative Affairs and Production Internships: LA - Summer 2026
CompanyWarner Bros. Discovery
LocationBurbank
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 2, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will review outlines, scripts, and other materials for DC projects while providing research and feedback on DC characters and storylines. They will also track project progress and participate in various production-related tasks.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
6503
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
WARNER BROS. is a global leader in all forms of entertainment and their related businesses across all current and emerging media and platforms. A WarnerMedia Company, the fully integrated, broad-based Studio is home to one of the most successful collections of brands in the world and stands at the forefront of every aspect of the entertainment industry from feature film, television and home entertainment production and worldwide distribution to DVD and Blu-ray, digital distribution, animation, comic books, video games, product and brand licensing, and broadcasting. The company’s vast library, one of the most prestigious and valuable in the world, consists of more than 61,000 hours of programming, including nearly 6,500 feature films and 3,000 television programs comprised of tens of thousands of individual episodes.
Warner Bros. has employees in over 30 countries. The company is headquartered at the Warner Bros. Studios lot, 142 acres in Burbank, California, which is considered one of the foremost motion picture and television production and post-production facilities in the world and is also home to 35 soundstages (including one of the world’s tallest stages, which has an in-ground tank capable of holding more than two million gallons of water). Warner Bros. Studio Facilities also manages the company’s studio in the U.K., Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, which is a 160-acre production facility that has been the production site of many highly acclaimed Warner Bros. movies including the eight Harry Potter films.
About the Role
<p style="text-align:left"><b><i><span>Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.</span></i></b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b><span>Who We Are… </span></b></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>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 <i>storytellers</i> bringing our characters to life, the<i> creators</i> bringing them to your living rooms and the <i>dreamers</i> creating what’s next…</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>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.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b>DC Comics Creative Affairs and Production Internships: LA - Summer 2026</b></p><p></p><div><div><p><b><span>Application Deadline:</span><span><span> </span></span><span>Sunday</span><span>,<span> </span></span><span>February 22</span></b><b><span>nd</span></b><b><span>*</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>*</span><span>Pro Tip:<span> </span></span><span>S</span><span>ubmit</span><span><span> </span></span><span>your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant<span> </span></span><span>volume!*</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><u><span>Your New Role</span></u><span> </span></b></p></div><div><p><span><span>Overview of the internships</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>We have multiple </span></span><b>DC Comics Creative Affairs and Production</b><span><span> internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will be<span> </span></span><span>considered for</span><span><span> </span>multiple internship opportunities within this general area.<span> </span></span><span>These internships will<span> </span></span><span>be located in</span><span><span> </span>the LA area.</span><span><span> </span>The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regular<span> </span></span><span>cadence</span><span><span> </span>based on the intern<span> </span></span><span>manager’s<span> </span>in office schedule.</span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Example internship opportunities could include:</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p>DC Comics Production Intern: LA - Summer 2026</p></li><li><p>DC Creative Affairs Animation & Audio Intern: LA - Summer 2026</p></li><li><p>DC Creative Affairs Interactive Intern: LA - Summer 2026</p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div></div><div><div><p><b><u><span>Your Role Accountabilities</span></u><span> </span></b></p></div><div><p><span><span>Duties could include:</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Reviewing outlines, scripts, animatics, audio mixes, etc. for a variety of DC projects.</p></li><li><p>They'll also provide necessary research into DC characters, locations, items, etc. to provide suggestions and guidance on what DC IP to use in any given project in development.</p></li><li><p>Through this reviewal process, they will also learn how to provide feedback and work with various departments within DC to gather feedback/notes and ensure all items are approved by the necessary parties (i.e. end credits for a media project will be reviewed alongside DC Legal with our input).</p></li><li><p>They will also track progress on projects to learn the stages of that particular media's life cycle</p></li><li><p>Have the ability to read comic books and have the critical skills to write and document their thoughts to provide feedback.</p></li><li><p>The intern will help the DC Interactive team in researching the DC IP providing guidance on the entire DC universe from its characters, locals, and storylines.</p></li><li><p>There is also the opportunity to test the various DC games in development and learning how to provide notes, feedback, and reviewing documentation for projects.</p></li><li><p>By the end of this internship, the candidate will have a better understanding of the entire game development lifecycle and the role a licensor plays in creating great IP content.</p></li><li><p>Comic Book Artwork Clearance for Product Re-use, Product Brainstorming, Competitive Industry Analysis, hands-on testing of prototypes or samples, site visits and meeting with vendors to learn how certain objects (statues, props, costumes, etc.) are fabricated.</p></li><li><p>Participate in projects related to production and manufacturing that will result in a wide range of real world products that will be delivered to market.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and process files for print and digital and push them through the production lifecycle.</p></li><li><p>The intern will be expected to hit production deadlines set by Operations and our partners.</p></li><li><p>Attend any meetings related to project assignments and participate in verbal status reports.</p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><u><span>Qualifications & Experience</span></u><span> </span></b></p></div><div><p><span><span>Essentials needed for the positions that are similar across the above roles (these do not all have to apply to every single role) </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Passionate and knowledgeable about DC Comics and its many iterations</p></li><li><p>Attention to detail, great communication, clear vision and listening capabilities, and competent research skills for artwork, characters, and storylines.</p></li><li><p>Some experience with cloud storage systems like Box and One Drive and comfortable using Microsoft suite (Excel, Teams and Word).</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment<span> </span></span><span>required</span><span>) </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Must be a rising Junior or rising Senior undergrad student (18 years or older) </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA)</span><span><span> </span>A transcript</span><span><span> </span>will be<span> </span></span><span>required</span><span><span> </span>to verify your GPA if an offer is extended.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>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<span> </span></span><span>in order to</span><span><span> </span></span><span>retain</span><span><span> </span>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.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><u><span>What To Know Before Applying:</span></u><span> </span></b></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>The duration of the summer program regardless of which start/end<span> </span></span><span>option</span><span><span> </span>is<span> </span></span><span>11 weeks</span><span>. </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Program date options:</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span><span>Option 1: June</span><span><span> </span>1</span></span><span><span>st</span></span><span><span> </span><span><span> </span>–</span><span><span> </span>August 1</span><span>4</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Option 2: June<span> </span></span><span>8</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span><span> </span>– August 2</span><span>1</span></span><span><span>st</span></span><span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Interns will be expected to work<span> </span></span><span>35-40</span><span><span> </span>hours per week in a<span> </span></span></span><b><span>hybrid capacity</span></b><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not<span> </span></span><span>required</span><span>; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided. </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Interviewing will take place from<span> </span></span><span>mid February</span><span> </span><span><span> </span>through<span> </span></span><span>early-</span><span>April</span><span>. A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position.<span> </span></span><span>Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>On December 5, Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Netflix will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.</span><span><span> </span>The transaction is expected to close after the separation of Warner Bros. Discovery's Global Networks division, Discovery Global, into a new<span> </span></span><span>publicly-traded</span><span><span> </span>company, which is expected to be completed in Q3 2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom </span></span><a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wbd.com%2Fnews%2Fwarner-bros-discovery-announces-post-separation-company-names-and-leadership-appointments&data=05%7C02%7CJessica.Loftus%40wbd.com%7Cfb80e6d529694aecf09b08de5f804a51%7C0eb48825e8714459bc72d0ecd68f1f39%7C0%7C0%7C639053201763773855%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=FYdLkE9V1V0HkYTxngzLDZuh5JyvGpysQaCzfdSFQxk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span><span>here</span></span></a><span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned spin-off of Discovery Global in 2026, your employment<span> </span></span><span>likely will</span><span> transition to Warner Bros. (or) transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation,<span> </span></span><span>you’ll</span><span><span> </span>have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>About Our Internship Program</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>WBD's Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country’s boldest and brightest students for<span> </span></span><span>paid,</span><span><span> </span>for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports,<span> </span></span><span>news</span><span><span> </span>and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future. </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span> </span></span><br /><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Ready to learn more?<span> </span></span><span>Here’s</span><span><span> </span>what we offer:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Mentorship from some of the industry’s kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much<span> </span></span><span>more</span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span><span> </span></span><br /><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>What you can expect to take away from the semester:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you<span> </span></span><span>didn’t</span><span><span> </span>know you<span> </span></span><span>had</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the<span> </span></span><span>scenes</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate<span> </span></span><span>career</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next<span> </span></span><span>adventure</span></span><b><span> </span></b><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><i><span>In compliance with local law, we are<span> </span></span><span>disclosing</span><span><span> </span></span><span>compensation</span><span><span> </span>for roles in locations where legally required.</span><span><span> </span>Pay Rate: $19 per hour USD for<span> </span></span><span>undergrad</span><span><span> </span>interns.</span></i></p></div></div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b><span>How We Get Things Done…</span></b></p><p></p><p><span>This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at </span><a href="http://www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/" target="_blank"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span> along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b><span>Championing Inclusion at WBD</span></b></p>Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our </span><a href="https://careers.wbd.com/global/en/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a><span> for instructions to submit your request.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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