Intern, U.S. Business Affairs, Sony Pictures Television, Summer 2026
Sony Pictures Entertainment, Inc, Culver City, CA, United States
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.
Business Affairs is responsible for negotiating and drafting development and production agreements with writers, producers, performers, directors, television networks, co‑production entities and other television‑related personnel and service providers on behalf of Sony Pictures Television and its related companies. Productions include scripted network, cable, and first‑run syndicated television programming as well as animation and daytime programming. Also responsible for implementing and administering the business policies and procedures for SPT. Works with Creative, Production, Finance and Legal Affairs departments to provide information, business advice and consultation services on a regular basis. Involved in analyzing business and legal issues related to productions, as well as reviewing budgets and other financial information.
Responsibilities
Research deal terms and issues, and provide summaries or memoranda as requested
Draft and revise agreements, amendments, deal terms, letters, notices, abstracts, and charts
Review credits
Take notes in meetings and calls
Digital filing and organization of documents
Qualifications
Currently enrolled at an ABA‑accredited law school with a passion and focus on entertainment, specifically within the business affairs department
Excellent communication and presentation skills both verbal and written
Proficient in Excel with an analytical thought process
Ability to work under pressure and juggle multiple priorities with short deadlines and maintain strong attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Previous entertainment experience or internships
Relevant education or experience in agreements, legal, and budgeting
Enrolled as a rising 3L
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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.
Business Affairs is responsible for negotiating and drafting development and production agreements with writers, producers, performers, directors, television networks, co‑production entities and other television‑related personnel and service providers on behalf of Sony Pictures Television and its related companies. Productions include scripted network, cable, and first‑run syndicated television programming as well as animation and daytime programming. Also responsible for implementing and administering the business policies and procedures for SPT. Works with Creative, Production, Finance and Legal Affairs departments to provide information, business advice and consultation services on a regular basis. Involved in analyzing business and legal issues related to productions, as well as reviewing budgets and other financial information.
Responsibilities
Research deal terms and issues, and provide summaries or memoranda as requested
Draft and revise agreements, amendments, deal terms, letters, notices, abstracts, and charts
Review credits
Take notes in meetings and calls
Digital filing and organization of documents
Qualifications
Currently enrolled at an ABA‑accredited law school with a passion and focus on entertainment, specifically within the business affairs department
Excellent communication and presentation skills both verbal and written
Proficient in Excel with an analytical thought process
Ability to work under pressure and juggle multiple priorities with short deadlines and maintain strong attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Previous entertainment experience or internships
Relevant education or experience in agreements, legal, and budgeting
Enrolled as a rising 3L
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