What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, U.S. Business Affairs, Sony Pictures Television, Summer 2026 position at myGwork - LGBTQ Business Community?
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.
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:
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.
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
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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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
- 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
- Previous entertainment experience or internships
- Relevant education or experience in agreements, legal, and budgeting
- Enrolled as a rising 3L
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.
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous entertainment experience or internships
- Relevant education or experience in agreements, legal, and budgeting
- Enrolled as a rising 3L
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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