Video and Audio Editing Internships: NYC - Fall 2026

Application Deadline: Friday, August 21st* 

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

Your New Role 

Overview of the internships 

We have multiple Video and Audio Editing internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will be considered for multiple internship opportunities within this general area. These internships will be located in the NYC area. The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager’s in office schedule. 

Example internship opportunities could include: 

Your Role Accountabilities 

Duties could include: 

• The intern will take direction from the audio unit's Producers and Senior Producers to shadow and develop and produce podcast episodes.

• Work closely with producers and hosts to develop ideas for episodes, including topics and guests.

• Edit podcast episodes and news briefs in Descript.

• Collaborate with hosts and producers on episode outlines and draft scripts.

• Fact-check scripts and ensure all episodes meet the content, quality, journalistic and legal standards of CNN.

• Support social promotion, including by identifying memorable audio bites and drafting social media language for episodes you produce.

• Pitch ideas for future episodes and shows.

• News production editing

• Complex and creative graphic creation

• Stylized program elements (show opens, elements and teases)

• Documentary and other long form editing

• Partner collaboration on scripting, story development, producing and fact-checking

• Producing and creating visual elements (video and graphical)

• Distinctive storytelling

• Metadata requirements

Qualifications & Experience 

Essentials needed for the positions that are similar across the above roles (these do not all have to apply to every single role)  

• Strong passion for journalism and current events with a keen interest in news production and reporting, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Detail-oriented, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure, collaborative environment.

• Proficiency in conducting online research and using news-related software/tools.

• Availability to work flexible hours in-person to accommodate the show's production schedule.

• 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 program is 10 weeks  

• Program dates: 

Start Date: October 12th 

End Date: December 18th  

• Interns will be expected to work 16-24 hours per week in a hybrid capacity. 

• Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.  

• Interviewing will take place from early August through mid-September. 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. 

About Our Internship Program 

WBD's Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country’s boldest and brightest students for paid, for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports, news and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future.  

Ready to learn more? Here’s what we offer: 

• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field 

• Mentorship from some of the industry’s kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans 

• Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much more  

• Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables 

• Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network 

• A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture  

What you can expect to take away from the semester: 

• Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn’t know you had 

• The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the scenes 

• Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate career 

• Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure  

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing compensation for roles in locations where legally required. Pay Rate: $19 per hour USD for undergrad interns, $25 per hour USD for graduate level interns.