Research, Analytics & Strategy Internships: NYC - Fall 2026
Warner Bros. Discovery
New York, New York
Full-Time
$19
HybridExecutive
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
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 storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
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.
Research, Analytics & Strategy Internships: NYC - Fall 2026
Application Deadline:On or beforeFriday,August 21st*
*Pro Tip:Submityour application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicantvolume!*
Your New Role
Overview of the internships
We have multiple Research, Analytics & Strategy internship opportunities available. By applying to this posting, you will beconsidered formultiple internship opportunities within this general area.These internships willbe located inthe NYC area.The selected interns will be expected to join us in the office on a regularcadencebased on the internmanager’sin office schedule.
Example internship opportunities could include:
CNN Data Science Intern: NYC
CNN UX Research Intern: NYC
Your Role Accountabilities
Duties could include:
Responsible for tracking and analyzing key performance and engagement metrics across Digital platforms and products, and in the broader news and information landscape.
Conduct comprehensive research on consumer behaviors and insights, including demographic analysis.
Identify industries that benefit or are harmed the most by current consumer trends.
Assist the department's analysts with daily performance reports, including tracking daily top stories on CNN and running Nielsen ratings reports for CNN and its competitors
Produce CNN Original Series and Films dashboard reports
Update existing trackers with the performance of CNN's content across the WBD portfolio
Assist with primary research projects, including producing surveys for viewer feedback and testing potential titles for new program launches
Help manage the team's ePoll Market Research submissions schedule
Assist with the team's data visualization and automation projects
Embrace learning new skills, tools and analytical techniques
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)
Candidates should be passionate about data & analytics, news, emerging technology and media trends, and should have the curiosity to explore data, driven to understand the ''why'', and a passion to draw connections
Attention to detail and data accuracy
Strong writing and communication skills
Project and time management skills - ability to be organized and proactive
Knowledge in/experience with PivotTables and essential Excel analysis formulas (including IF, VLOOKUP, COUNT, SUMIF)
Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollmentrequired)
Must be a rising Junior or rising Senior undergrad student (18 years or older)
Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA)A transcriptwill berequiredto 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 futurein order toretaintheir 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 ahybrid capacity.
Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is notrequired; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.
Interviewing will take place fromearlyAugustthroughmid-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 forpaid,for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports,newsand 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’swhat 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 muchmore
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 youdidn’tknow youhad
The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind thescenes
Relationships that will go beyond your collegiatecareer
Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your nextadventure
In compliance with local law, we aredisclosingcompensationfor roles in locations where legally required.Pay Rate: $19 per hour USD forundergradinterns.
How We Get Things Done…
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 www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ 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.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
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.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 accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.