Summer Paid Intern - Standards & Practices

This is a Full Time Paid Internship

Standards & Practices Internship (Summer 2026, In Person - NYC)

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?
We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

College students–kickstart your career at the heart of culture and conversation with entertainment’s most iconic brands! Our Summer Internship Program is a paid, immersive 10-week experience designed to help you explore career paths while bringing your passions and fresh perspectives to work. This well-rounded program not only offers hands-on learning but also serves as a pipeline for future opportunities.

Exciting perks tailored just for you!
• Speaker series with industry experts
• Unique networking opportunities & social events
• Complimentary Paramount subscription during your internship
• Workshops on crafting your resume, nailing interviews and career strategy
• 1:1 mentorship, volunteer opportunities, on-the-job learning and so much more!

The Standards and Practices department is responsible for ensuring that programming and advertising presented meets standards of good taste and community acceptability.

Intern Responsibilities:

1. Competitive Programming: Review competitive programming on linear and digital networks for S&P issues; learn and maintain competitive database and inventory; perform project-specific research related to competitive.

2. Administrative: Including but not limited to data entry within multiple databases; sorting, distributing and filing. Weekly team meeting preparation (preparing and updating grids, calendars, etc.).

3. Production: Shadow review process for series, scripts, live action and animated projects and seeking S&P clearance. Digitally archive music video lyric notes.

4. Advertising: Assist with group-specific or departmental projects.

5. Digital Media: Review postings on branded social media sites and research social/streaming web policies and practices.

Eligibility:
• Internships are available to students who will be Seniors or Master’s students in the fall of 2026. If you are a graduating Senior, please check our website for full-time job opportunities.
• You must be available to intern full-time (5 days a week/36-40 hours a week) for 10 weeks total starting in June.
• Interns will be required to work fully on-site for the duration of the program. Note: Paramount does not provide financial relocation support or housing stipends.
• Internships are paid at a competitive standard hourly rate (school credit is optional).
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Employment eligibility to work with Paramount in the United States is required as the company does not engage in sponsorship for internships.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: January 9th, 2026