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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.

HBO/Max Talent Relations & Events Intern: LA - Summer 2025

Your New Role 

 

This internship will be located in the Los Angeles area. The selected intern will be expected to join the team in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager’s in office schedule. 

 

The LA-based Talent Relations (TR) & Events interns will help with HBO/Max/US Network events and HBO/Max/Magnolia Network talent relations. This role provides interns with great opportunities to learn about planning impactful events from the ground up and how to implement smart talent relations. The TR & Events teams work closely with Publicity, Marketing, Development, and many other teams across the company. Our teams work hard to engage talent in meaningful ways that benefit both the talents' projects and the company. 
 
Your Role Accountabilities 

Keep department contact sheets up-to-date with updated series regulars/EPs and rep contact info

Reach out to reps to gather talent/EP birthdays and add to corresponding grids

Track when shows are starting production and help with start of production gifts 

Draft talent itineraries for premieres, festivals, awards ceremonies, FYCs, and other special events 

Attend brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas on event concepts

Assist with the development of event rundowns, post event recap and presentation decks, and communications materials related to the event 

Assisting with coordinating team meetings with internal departments and outside vendors

Help brainstorm and research charities for department donations and create donation cards 

 

Qualifications & Experience 

Experience with office tools such as Google Suite, Microsoft 365 applications, and SharePoint/OneDrive 

Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with persons on all levels, in person and on the telephone. 

Extremely organized, thorough, accurate, and meticulously detail-oriented 

Must have the ability to work well under time constraints. 

Able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities 

Previous experience with event logistics

Self-motivated, reliable and able to work and think independently while being a solid team player

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 a rising Junior or Senior (18 years or older) 

Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above cumulative GPA) 

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 on any student visa, including F-1, CPT, OPT, etc., without permanent work authorization will not be eligible for the internship program. 

 

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. 

 

What to know before applying 

The duration of the program is 10-12 weeks 

 

Program date options: 

Option 1: June 2nd – August 15th 

Option 2: June 9th – August 22nd 

 

Interns will be expected to work 35-40 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 late January through early April. 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 the compensation for roles in locations where legally required. Pay Rate: $19 per hour USD for undergrad interns

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 the diversity of our society and the world around us. 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.

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.