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Ad Sales Internships: Chicago - Summer 2026
CompanyWarner Bros. Discovery
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 5, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will learn how advertising works across WBD’s Ad Sales organization and support team members with day-to-day tasks and projects. They will also participate in discussions, professional development sessions, and collaborate with other interns on a final pitch presentation.
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><div><div><p><b>Ad Sales Internships: Chicago 2026</b></p><p></p><p></p><p><b><span>Application Deadline:</span><span> on or before Sunday, February 22nd*</span></b></p><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>*Pro Tip: </span><span>Submit</span><span> your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant </span><span>volume!*</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Your New Role </span></b><span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>We have multiple <b>Ad Sales</b> 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. These internships will<span> </span></span><span>be located in</span><span><span> </span>the <b>Chicago</b> area. 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><span> </span>in office schedule.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>This could include, but is not limited to:</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div></div><div><div><ul><li><p>Ad Sales Intern: Chicago</p></li><li><p>Growth & Performance Ad Sales Intern: Chicago</p></li><li><p>Client Partnership Ad Sales Intern: Chicago</p></li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Your Role Accountabilities</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Duties could include:</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p></p><p></p><ul><li><p>Learn how advertising works across WBD’s convergent Ad Sales organization, including linear and digital platforms.</p></li><li><p>Support team members with day-to-day tasks, projects, and internal processes.</p></li><li><p>Explore relevant Ad Sales topics and participate in discussions and/or group presentations with fellow interns.</p></li><li><p>Participate in Speaker Series sessions featuring Ad Sales leaders and industry professionals, with structured Q&A and discussion.</p></li><li><p>Develop relationships across key Ad Sales teams, including Pricing & Planning, Commercial Operations, Brand Strategy & Solutions, Client Partnerships, and Growth & Performance.</p></li><li><p>Engage in professional development sessions designed to build industry knowledge and workplace skills.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with other interns to prepare and deliver a final pitch presentation that summarizes key learnings from the internship.</p></li></ul><p></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div></div><div><div><p><b><span>Qualifications & Experience </span></b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); Canva a plus</p></li><li><p>Strong written and verbal communication skills</p></li><li><p>Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks</p></li><li><p>Ability to work independently and in cross‑functional teams</p></li><li><p>Fast learner; able to apply new concepts and information quickly</p></li><li><p>Comfortable in a deadline‑driven environment</p></li><li><p>Strong problem‑solving skills; service/customer‑focused mindset</p></li><li><p><span><span>Must be actively enrolled in a</span><span>n</span><span> accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required) </span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Must be a rising Junior or Senior (18 years or older) </span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span>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.</span><span> </span></p></li><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>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><div><div><p><u><span>What To Know Before Applying:</span></u><span> </span></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><ul><li><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></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><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></li></ul></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. 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></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><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><span><span> </span></span><br /><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, $25 per hour USD for graduate level interns.</span></i><span> </span></p></div></div></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>
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