FAQs
What is the location of the CNN Health Internship for Fall 2024?
The internship will be located in the Atlanta area.
What is expected regarding in-office attendance for this internship?
The selected intern will be expected to join the office on a regular basis based on the intern manager’s in-office schedule.
What are the key responsibilities of the CNN Health Intern?
The intern will learn how TV and text stories are crafted, develop research and interview skills, and contribute to and write stories for CNN TV and CNN.com.
What kind of writing experience is required for this internship?
Experience in news writing is a must, and experience in medical news or the field of health and science is ideal. Writing experience with work samples, including published bylines, is also required.
What qualities should candidates have to excel in this internship?
Candidates should be passionate about news, self-motivated, able to multitask, have a good attitude, and function well in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Are there any specific academic requirements for applicants?
Yes, candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship, must be a rising Junior or Senior (18 years or older), and must be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Is prior experience in a medical or science field necessary?
While it is not mandatory, having previous work experience in a science or medical field is considered a nice-to-have qualification.
What are the eligibility requirements regarding work authorization?
Warner Bros. Discovery will only consider candidates who are authorized to work for any employer in the United States and will not require work visa sponsorship in the future. Candidates on any student or exchange visa, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., are not eligible for the internship program.
What is the duration of the internship?
The internship is for the Fall 2024 semester, but the exact duration is not specified in the job description.
How can applicants showcase their writing experience for this internship?
Applicants can showcase their writing experience by providing work samples, including published bylines, as part of their application.