At a Glance
- Tasks: Pitch guest names, schedule interviews, and contribute to editorial meetings for CNNi shows.
- Company: CNN is a leading global news organisation, known for its comprehensive coverage of breaking news.
- Benefits: Interns receive a salary of £29,000 p/a (pro rata) and access to professional development courses.
- Other info: The internship lasts 6 months, starting on 1st September 2026, with a hybrid working model.
- Why this job: This role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced newsroom environment with significant responsibilities.
- Qualifications: Candidates should have an interest in journalism and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 29000 £ per year.
Your New Role... The planning internship is right in the heart of the newsroom and central to CNN’s coverage of breaking news stories. The main role of the planning desk is to find and secure the most compelling, interesting and relevant voices across the world to give insight into the top stories of the day. Guests can vary from eyewitnesses and experts in a specific field to politicians and world leaders. From their first day in the role, our intern becomes a core member of our team and directly contributes to the fast‑paced guest booking across CNNi shows including Connect the World with Becky Anderson, Isa Soares Tonight, and What We Know with Max Foster. The planning internship is equal parts editorial research and logistics organization.
Your Role Accountabilities...
- Daily pitching of guest names and perspectives to show programming teams
- Editorial input and decision making
- Scheduling and organizing technical logistics for both remote and in‑person interviews
- Researching the right voices for CNNi shows
- Contacting and pre‑interviewing guests
- Briefing show teams and contributing to daily editorial meetings
Qualifications & Experience...
- An interest in exploring a career in journalism, with some training and/or ability to illustrate a portfolio of work / content (e.g.: blogs, podcasts, YouTube Channel, etc.)
- Working in fast‑paced, team environments, ideally to strict deadlines
- Ability to work quickly, managing time and multiple priorities effectively
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Have a passion for international news
- Be proactive and ready to throw themselves into any task
The Internship...
- Salary: £29,000p/a (pro rata)
- Contract Length: 6 months
- Start Date: 1st September 2026
You will gain hands‑on experience working on business‑critical projects. You will have access to personal and professional development courses, executive speakers’ series, special screenings and more. You will be part of our Early Talent network of over 100 interns & apprentices, meaning you will have an important support network of other students, graduates and apprentices and plenty of opportunities to socialise!
Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in‑office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.
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CNN London Planning (Interviews & Guest Booking) Intern employer: Warner Media, LLC.
Located in London, CNN provides a dynamic work environment where interns can engage with top news stories. Interns will join a network of over 100 peers, gaining valuable insights from executive speakers and special events. The company champions inclusion and diversity in its hiring practices.
