AAJA Sports Task Force CBS Sports Race & Culture Internship
CBS Sports (Paramount) and the AAJA Sports Task Force are offering a joint summer 2025 internship for college sports journalism students. February 14 application deadline!
The CBS Sports Race & Culture Unit works closely with the News department, supporting our game and studio production teams. During the summer, the group prepares information for the We Need To Talk studio shows, and NWSL, Golf, WNBA, and Big3 coverage.
Intern Responsibilities
Assisting the News team in creating news and storyline packets for the first month of the 2025 NFL and College Football season. (Approx. 50% of intern’s time)
Researching story ideas for the We Need To Talk summer studio show. (Approx. 25% of intern’s time)
Working with the Features unit on potential stories for the 2025 College football season. (Approx. 25% of intern’s time)
This is a hybrid position in New York City (M-F 9:30a-5:30p, Tuesday/Wednesday in the office at 555 W 57th Street)
Preferred Skills
Prefer an intern who is interested in TV production, as a producer, director, or on-air talent. Intern should be familiar with TV production.
The ability to research using data to develop storylines.
Proficient in use and style for social platforms X, IG, and TikTok is a plus.
Qualifications
Program is for rising juniors and seniors (Dec ’25-May ’27 grads).
Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hrs/week) for 10 weeks in total.
Our 2025 start/end dates are: Monday, June 2nd- August 8th, 2025 and Monday, June 16th- August, 22nd, 2025.
Interns are paid $20/hr, and school credit is optional.
Students must have unrestricted work authorization.
Exciting perks tailored just for you!
Speaker series with industry experts
Unique networking opportunities & social events
Complimentary Paramount+ with Showtime 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!