Development Intern, Game Show Network - Summer 2026

Application Deadline: March 24, 2026?Program Dates: June 1, 8, or 15, 2026 - August 28, 2026 Start and end dates are flexible. Interns must be available to work full-time (40 hours/week) in person at the designated office location.Our Emerging Talent Programs - including Internships and Trainee roles - provide hands-on opportunities for students and early-career professionals to contribute to the teams behind our film, television, and entertainment experiences.These paid, seasonal assignments deliver meaningful, high-impact work designed to accelerate your growth. You'll take on real responsibilities, build practical skills, and gain exposure to the business through structured learning, executive engagement, and networking opportunities.Our internship program is designed for students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, as well as individuals seeking to deepen their education through immersive, professional experience in the entertainment industry.Game Show Network is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented intern to support the Development Programming department. This role offers exposure to multiple facets of development, including creative development, talent relations, and programming/production. The intern will assist with research, project tracking, and presentation materials; sit in on internal development meetings; and help coordinate pitches, casting materials, and production deliverables. This position provides a hands-on opportunity to learn how unscripted ideas move from concept to greenlight, while collaborating with cross-functional teams across programming, production, marketing, and digital. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and eager to gain insight into the creative and strategic processes that drive successful game show content.Responsibilities:Assist with creative research and idea generation for new development projects, including format research and competitive analysis.Support the preparation of pitch materials, decks, casting grids, and internal presentations.Track project status, maintain development grids, and organize departmental documents and assets.Coordinate and communicate with internal teams (production, marketing, legal, and scheduling) to support ongoing development initiatives.Provide administrative support for the Development Programming team, including scheduling meetings, taking notes, and distributing follow-up materials.Qualifications:Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in PowerPoint, Canva, or similar presentation softwareSelf-starter with a collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across teamsPreferred Qualifications:Strong interest in unscripted programming, particularly game show formatsCurrent enrollment in a program related to television, production, broadcast journalism, media studies, or a related fieldPrior internship or experience in television development, production, or a related entertainment roleSony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at .

Created: 2026-03-16