Qualifications: In order to facilitate the learning experience, the candidate should be seeking a career in journalism and must demonstrate an interest and background in global affairs. Should be self-motivated, able to multi-task, have a good attitude, and be able to function well in an environment with short deadlines and quick turnaround projects.
Duties: Turner’s Students @ Work Internships are paid at minimum-wage and structured to last approximately 12 weeks during the Fall 2012 semester. Generally interns will work from September 10th to November 30th. Resume and Cover Letter are required. Students should have a strong academic record (GPA 3.0 or above strongly preferred). Students must have completed their sophomore year in college prior to the start of the internship. In addition, students may not have graduated college or graduate school prior to the start of the internship. Students seeking college credit are strongly encouraged to apply. Note to International Students: All international students will be required to provide documentation of proper visa paperwork prior to the beginning of the internship if accepted to the program. Due to the high volume of candidates for Turner s Internship Program, interested students are encouraged to apply for openings as soon as possible, as these positions will be filled on an ongoing basis. Future semester Internship postings will be available after the current semester deadline.
CNN America Inc. is a division of the CNN News Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. This 24-hour news network is the world’s most trusted name in news today. CNN provides its audience with in-depth, live coverage and analysis of breaking news events from around the world. CNN also offers a full range of programs covering the latest in business, weather, sports, entertainment, health and science news, as well as topical, in-depth interviews.
Fareed Zakaria GPS is a weekly talk program on international affairs, featuring world leaders and global thinkers discussing the vital challenges America faces in the world’s hottest spots, as well as the dramatic political and economic changes that are transforming the way America operates in the world.
Interns have the opportunity to assist the producer and booker in planning the program, research international issues, find videotape to illustrate editorial points, and organize information on international conflicts and political structures. Must be someone with a keen interest in global affairs.
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers.