
Summer Paid Intern - TV Current Programming
Lionsgate
Santa Monica, CAThis is a Part Time Paid Internship
Intern, TV Current Programming & TV Scripted Job Details | Lionsgate
Summary of Position
Lionsgate Television is seeking a Current Programming & Scripted Development Intern. This intern will work with the Current Programming team to provide creative and administrative support while shadowing the department as they manage LGTV’s slate of shows. This intern will also work with the Development team to help source IP and assess incoming material. Looking for a self-starter who is passionate about the TV creative process and wants to learn more about the day to day of how a TV show gets made. An interest in book scouting, and a fast reader is a positive for any candidate. The team is interested in fostering an aspiring scripted television executive’s skills across all areas of scripted development.
Responsibilities
• Script reading, coverage, research, basic administrative grid upkeep, creative brainstorming in response to marketplace needs, director grids, competitive tracking, and general creative decorum
• Helping with Admin/IT for department
• Updating databases via Airtable
• Shadowing executives on creative projects to learn about the creative process
• Interns will have plenty of opportunity to observe and participate in development and current programming conversations regarding active and internal development projects
• Intern will practice writing creative notes on active development
• Covering assistant desks when needed (phones, scheduling, expenses, etc.)
Skills
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Television, Film, or any related field
• Passion for Television strongly required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Candidate should be prepared to complete final project
Internship Details
Lionsgate Internship Program – Summer 2026
Program Dates: Tuesday, June 9th – Thursday, August 13th, 2026 (10 Weeks)
Please read the following information carefully before submitting an application.
Important Dates
The Lionsgate Summer 2026 Internship program dates are: June 9th - August 13th, 2026
All interns are required to attend orientation on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026.
*Deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 13th
Details
• Interns must not work more than 40 hours per week
• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree
• Interns must be current rising juniors through recent grads (within 6 months of internship start date)
• Graduate students are eligible to apply
• Interns must be available to work for the entire length of the program
• All internships are paid
• Most internship positions will require working 4 days in office
To Apply
All candidates must submit a resume (PDF preferred) to your preferred area(s) of interest. The program offers internship opportunities in many departments, so candidates applying should keep in mind that they may be considered for departments not listed.
• Submit a 1-page resume (PDF preferred)
• Submit a cover letter (Optional)
Salary/Benefits
$19.00
- 19.00
per hour
$19.00 - $19.00 /hour USD
Benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
Additional Information
Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) is one of the world’s leading standalone, publicly traded content companies, encompassing diversified motion picture and television production and distribution businesses, a portfolio of valuable brands and franchises, a talent management and production powerhouse, and a library of over 20,000 titles. The Lionsgate Television Group is a prominent supplier of premium programming globally, with a rich history of acclaimed series such as Mad Men, Weeds, Nurse Jackie, Orange is the New Black, and Nashville, earning 396 Emmy Award nominations and 47 Emmys. This group includes nearly 100 series across 40 networks, represented by Lionsgate Television, Lionsgate Alternative Television, Lionsgate Worldwide Television Distribution, 3 Arts Entertainment, and Debmar-Mercury.