Intern, U.S. Business Affairs, Sony Pictures Television, Spring 2027

Location: Culver City, California

Program Dates: January 4 or 11, 2027 – April 16, 2027

Interns must be available to work part-time (10-29 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.

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 as a 2L at an ABA-accredited law school

Passion and focus on entertainment and being within the business affairs department

Relevant education or experience in agreements, legal, and budgeting

Excellent communication and presentation skills both verbal and written

Proficient in Excel with an analytical thought process

Ability to juggle multiple priorities and maintain strong attention to detail

Work under pressure with short deadlines across multiple teams

Preferred Qualifications

Previous entertainment experience or internships at a studio

The anticipated base salary for this position is $19/hour. This role may also qualify for comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

Sony 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.

SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

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