Intern, Social Media Marketing- Summer 2026

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.

Department Description: 

The Global Digital Marketing Department at Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing the digital-first strategies that bring the studio’s film properties to global audiences. As a hub of innovation, collaboration, and creative storytelling, the department is responsible for building culturally relevant, digitally integrated, social media campaigns that maximize reach, engagement, and impact across a variety of platforms. 

Responsibilities: 

•  Assist in the development and execution of social media strategies for each film. 

• Update Key Dates, Calendars, Marketing Decks, and social team documents on a weekly basis.  

• Identify and report on what captures people’s attention on social and drives conversation. Keep a finger on the pulse of social trends, new platform features and best practices.  

• Assist in the planning and execution of each film’s day-to-day social media strategy. 

• Research emerging social platforms and update the team on actionable next steps to engage with new audiences.   

• Provide support for social media events including activities at virtual press junkets, premieres, special events, talent Q&As, etc.  Have your hand in all aspects of the Digital Department taking part in content creation for social platforms and media-focused initiatives.  

• Develop and implement a college-focused social campaign strategy collaborating and cross-promoting with other Marketing Departments where applicable. 

Qualifications: 

• Currently enrolled in school or university during the duration of the internship. 

• Knowledge of social media trends and social networking tools.   

• Strong creative instincts and high attention to detail.  

• Strong work ethic, communication skills and the ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Google Docs. Abilities in Photoshop/other editing software is not required but is a plus.  

• An eye for developing and critically viewing content under an intersectional lens.  

• Positive attitude is a must.   

• Avid interest in Entertainment Marketing.  

• Strong Interest in Social Media Marketing