TRAINEE, COLUMBIA PICTURES- SUMMER 2026

Applications will be accepted until March 24, 2026; however, the posting may close earlier if a sufficient number of qualified applicants apply.

Program Dates: June 1, 8, or 15, 2026 – December 4,2026
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 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.

Department Description:

Columbia Pictures is a film studio and film distributor that is a division Sony Pictures. Theglobally oriented studio has produced and financed some of the industry’s most notable franchises including Spider-Man, Jumanji, Bad Boys, Peter Rabbit, MenInBlack, Ghostbusters, and Venom.

Responsibilities:

• Assistingwith general administrative tasks, phone coverage

• Preparing and reviewing pitch materials, running occasional errands, and contributing creatively whenappropriate.

• Work closely with executive assistants and other team members to support day-to-day operations

• Creating book reports.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degreerequired

• Available to work in-office Monday through Friday

• Must have prior internships at production companies/studios

• Proactive, organized, and able to manage shifting priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Passionate about film

• Comfortable handling sensitive or confidential information with discretion

• Strong communication skills — both written and verbal

• Willing to assist with a range of tasks, from creative input to administrative support

• Familiarity with Mac/PC systems and basic programs like Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint