Trainee, Acquisitions - Sony Pictures Classics - Spring 2027

Location: New York, New York

Application Deadline: October 15, 2026

Program Dates: January 4 or 11, 2027 – December 17, 2027

For this role, please include a cover letter.

Start and end dates are flexible. Trainees 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 Trainee program is designed for recent graduates or those looking to make a career shift, as well as individuals seeking to deepen their professional development through immersing experiences in the entertainment industry. 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.

Department Description

The Acquisitions Department oversees the sourcing, evaluation, and structuring of independent and international film deals for Sony Pictures Classics.

Responsibilities

Assist with writing coverage for scripts and finished films for the Sony Pictures Classics Acquisitions team

Research on upcoming titles

Market research projects

Provide support on administrative duties

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree - In lieu of a degree, equivalent work experience

An interest in, and knowledge of, American independent & International films

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Must be proficient in MS Office Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint (familiarity with Adobe suite is a plus)

Preferred Qualifications

Strong administrative and organizational skills (scheduling, database management, data entry)

Excellent communication skills

Has the confidence to articulate thoughtful opinions about projects while remaining open to alternative perspectives and eager to learn the nuances of the business.

Possesses strong computer skills across both PC and Mac platforms, as well as a solid understanding of social media and the broader digital landscape.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $22/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.

Sony Pictures does not allow audio recording, video recording or use of AI note-taking tools during interviews. Please be aware these tools may be enabled as a default and can be difficult to disable once the interview has started, so we recommend you check your device and disable these tools prior to the start of your interview. If recording or the use of the tools occurs during the interview and cannot be promptly turned off or disabled, the interviewer may end the interview.

To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at [email protected].