CNN News Associate Program
Warner Bros. Discovery
Atlanta, GA0–2 yrs2h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- NetworkingSocial mediaMicrosoft OfficeAgile
- Work
- On-site in Atlanta
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Microsoft Office27%Social media23%Networking7%Agile2%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 27, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The CNN News Associate program is a 12-month hands-on rotational position designed for early-career journalists to gain exposure and develop journalistic skills. Participants will be based in Atlanta. This program offers networking and coaching opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with editorial leads on researching, logging, and writing stories.
- Monitor various sources, including other networks, social media, and local news, to assist in newsgathering.
- Record video and upload images, documenting key details for producers.
- Research and fact-check news scripts and digital stories.
- Assist producers and correspondents in story production in the bureau and the field.
- Identify and pitch diverse voices in storytelling and newsgathering.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Be expected to be in Atlanta and ready to start fulltime hours by January 2027.
- Candidates will work in an office or hybrid setting, with various schedules including overnights, weekends, and holidays.
- Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Suite, including Outlook.
- Basic proficiency in writing skills.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, political science, or related studies with on-the-job experience.
- Candidates must have graduated by January 2027 and be within 2 years post-graduation.
- An internship in a news environment or previous newsroom experience is preferred.
- Stellar communication skills.
- Strong curiosity for current events and industry trends.
- Ability to successfully work under deadline pressure and effectively in a team (in person or hybrid).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, newsgathering, and production environment.
- Agile, flexible, and able to work with multiple teams.
- Excellent attention to detail and a creative mindset.
- Bi-lingual skills are highly valued.