Searchlight Pictures Development Intern, Summer 2025

Searchlight Pictures

Feb 13

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Design
Media & Journalism
Burbank

Requirements

Experience using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Experience working in collaborative environments and managing multiple projects
High attention to detail and experience multitasking in a fast-paced environment
Previous experience working in the entertainment industry
Desire to gain development experience to further their career
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Knowledge and interest in Searchlight Pictures are a plus!
Prior internship experience in post-production field
Experience with a non-linear editing platform (Avid/Final Cut/Adobe Premier)
Junior or Senior year preferred
Currently pursuing a degree in Film/ Video Production major (or minor) with either some background in Film, Television, Communication, and/or Visual Effects.
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship. Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
Be at least 18 years of age
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
Fully available from 5 days of the week, 9am – 6 pm PST for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Burbank, CA area
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

Responsibilities

Collecting and distributing a daily newsletter (relevant news and daily trends)
Reading incoming project submissions and providing feedback
Reading project drafts and providing feedback
Compiling lists of writers, directors and cast for various projects
Participating in industry or project related research projects

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship lasts from May 2025 to August 2025.

What is the pay rate for the internship?

The pay rate for this internship in California is $22.00 per hour.

Is housing provided for interns?

No, interns are responsible for providing their own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Burbank, CA area.

Are there any educational requirements for this internship?

Yes, applicants should be in their Junior or Senior year and pursuing a degree in Film/Video Production or a related field.

What type of projects will the intern be involved with?

The intern will assist with evaluating incoming submissions, reading project drafts, collecting news, and conducting research related to industry projects.

Is a cover letter required for the application?

Yes, a cover letter indicating your interest in the position is required.

Are there any specific software skills required for this internship?

Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) is required, and prior experience with a non-linear editing platform is preferred.

What are the working hours for the internship?

Interns are expected to work 9 am to 6 pm PST, five days a week, totaling 40 hours each week.

Do interns need to have work authorization?

Yes, candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization.

Is previous experience in the entertainment industry required?

While it is preferred, previous experience in the entertainment industry is required.

What skills are emphasized for this internship?

Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment are emphasized.

Searchlight Pictures

Entertainment & Media

Industry

51-200

Employees

1994

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Searchlight Pictures is a global specialty film and television company that develops, produces, finances and acquires motion pictures and series for both worldwide theatrical and streaming releases. It has its own marketing and distribution operations, and is part of The Walt Disney Studios, a division of The Walt Disney Company. Founded in 1994 as Fox Searchlight Pictures, the company’s titles have grossed over $5 billion worldwide, amassing 51 Academy Awards including five Best Picture winners since 2009: Slumdog Millionaire, 12 Years a Slave, Birdman, The Shape of Water, and Nomadland; 62 BAFTA Awards, 34 Golden Globe Awards, and 10 Grammy Awards. Searchlight Television, the division which develops and produces series for streaming, network, and cable partners, earned a Primetime Emmy Award for Best Actress and an additional 5 nominations for its first production "The Dropout" from Elizabeth Meriwether, in partnership with Hulu and 20th Studios. Searchlight recently released Yorgos Lanthimos' 4-time Academy Award winner Poor Things; Ned Benson's The Greatest Hits; Laura Chinn's Suncoast; Andrew Haigh's All of Us Strangers; Taika Waititi’s Next Goal Wins; Molly Gordon and Nick Lieberman’s Theater Camp; and Eva Longoria's Flamin' Hot. Upcoming releases include Yorgos Lanthimos’ Kinds of Kindness; Jesse Eisenberg's A Real Pain; and Marielle Heller's Nightbitch.