Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Product Design Intern: Seattle - Summer 2025

Application Deadline: Friday, February 28th*  

*Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!*

Your New Role

This internship will be located in the Seattle area. The selected intern will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager’s in office schedule. As a Product Design Intern on the Platforms team, you'll have the unique opportunity to contribute to the platform that helps CNN journalists tell their stories to millions of readers worldwide. Working directly with our Senior Product Designer, you'll assist in creating and improving our publishing platform while learning about design systems and component architecture.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Assist in creating workflows, wireframes, and design mockups to help conceptualize product features under senior designer guidance
• Support user research sessions with editorial users by helping with preparation, note-taking, and synthesis
• Collaborate with and learn from Product, Tech, and Delivery teams in a cross-functional environment
• Contribute fresh perspectives to the future of CNN's publishing platform by participating in feature brainstorming sessions and team discussions
• Help maintain design system documentation and component organization

Qualifications & Experience

• Currently pursuing a degree in Design, HCI, User Experience, or related field
• Basic understanding of UX/UI principles and design thinking, demonstrated through coursework or personal projects
• Empathetic mindset and eagerness to understand user needs and behaviors
• Working knowledge of Figma, or similar prototyping tools; familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks like React or Vue is a plus
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and design craft
• Great communication skills and comfort presenting ideas to team members
• A proactive approach to learning (asking questions, reaching out for help, volunteering ideas)
• A developing portfolio that shows your approach to design challenges and demonstrates visual communication skills
• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required)

• Must be a rising Senior or Graduate Student (18 years or older)

• Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA) A transcript will be required to verify your GPA if an offer is extended.

• Warner Bros. Discovery will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Warner Bros. Discovery now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States. Candidates currently on any student or exchange visa, including F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1, etc., will not be eligible for the internship program.

How We Get Things Done

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

What to know before applying:

• The duration of the summer program regardless of which start/end option is 11 weeks.  

• Program date options:

Option 1: June 2nd – August 15th  

Option 2: June 9th – August 22nd  

• Interns will be expected to work 35-40 hours per week in a hybrid capacity.  

• Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.  

• Interviewing will take place from February through mid-April. A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates.

About Our Internship Program

WBD's Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country’s boldest and brightest students for paid, for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports, news and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future.  

Ready to learn more? Here’s what we offer:

• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field

• Mentorship from some of the industry’s kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans

• Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much more  

• Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables

• Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network

• A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture  

What you can expect to take away from the semester:

• Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn’t know you had

• The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the scenes

• Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate career

• Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure

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