News Associate: Rotational Journalism Program
turnerAtlanta (GA)
About the role
Warner Bros. Discovery’s CNN News Associate program is a hands-on, 12-month rotational opportunity for early career journalists. Based in Atlanta, you’ll support CNN Worldwide and gain editorial and production skills across 3–4 rotational assignments with assignment desks, chasing stories and embedding with reporters.
Ideal candidates are graduating by Jan 2027, with newsroom internships welcome. The program offers networking, coaching, and a path to grow in a fast-paced newsroom, with office or
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