Fall Intern - Television Development

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

Position Summary

As a Television Intern, you will work alongside the TV Development team, gaining hands-on exposure to the creative and business aspects of TV development. This internship offers the opportunity to observe how projects move from initial submission through evaluation and early development while collaborating with experienced development executives. The ideal candidate is passionate about TV, enjoys reading, has strong analytical and communication skills, and is eager to learn about the creative development process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and evaluate scripts, books, articles, podcasts, and other sources material, preparing written coverage and recommendations.
• Track incoming submissions and maintain development databases, project lists, and status reports.
• Assist with researching emerging writers, directors, producers, intellectual property, and industry trends.
• Identify and recommend new creative talent and compelling stories for consideration.
• Participate in development discussions and contribute thoughtful perspectives on material and market opportunities.
• Prepare research, briefing materials, and presentation documents for development meetings.
• Attend team meetings and gain exposure to project discussions and creative strategy.
• Learn how to analyze story structure, character development, commercial viability, and audience appeal.
• Observe the development lifecycle from acquisition through early creative development.
• Support special projects and other administrative or research assignments as needed.

Learning Opportunities:
• Work closely with experienced TV development executives.
• Receive mentorship and feedback on script coverage and creative analysis.
• Develop an understanding of the TV development process.
• Learn how projects are evaluated from both creative and commercial perspectives.
• Gain insight into industry trends, talent evaluation, and intellectual property acquisition.
• Build professional skills through collaboration, networking, and exposure to cross-functional teams.

Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor's degree in film, Television, Media Studies, Communications, English, or a related field.
• Demonstrated passion for film/TV, storytelling, and the entertainment industry.
• Strong analytical, writing, and critical thinking skills with the ability to provide thoughtful creative feedback.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, dependable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
• Collaborative, professional, and able to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.