Comedy Development Intern, SPT – Summer 2026

This job is with Sony Pictures Entertainment, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

Our team sees projects through the entire development process from a pitch to afully-writtenscript through casting and attaching a director to production of a pilot to, in success, a series on air. Interns will gain experience in reading and analyzing incoming material. They will be exposed to writers, directors, and producers throughout the creative process. Interns may be able to join pitches, general development meetings, and will work closely with the entire comedy team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reading and analyzing incoming material and new drafts for projects currently in development
• Scheduling meetings with key players in the industry
• Updating grids and status reports
• Compiling research on properties forpossibleoptionand flagging talent to know
• Covering phones, taking notes, and other general administrative duties
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Enrollment in an accredited college/university for the duration of the internship
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Good eye for creative
• Passion for film/tv, with a particular interest in comedy
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate student studying in relevant field
  
  

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.

To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate student studying in relevant field
  
  

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.

To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.

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