Warner Bros. Entertainment

Warner Bros. Studio Operations Health & Safety 100% In Person Intern: LA - Summer 2024


Pay$19.00 / hour
LocationBurbank/California
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R000077299

      Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

      Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

      Who We Are…

      When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

      From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

      Warner Bros. Studio Operations Health & Safety 100% In Person Intern: LA - Summer 2024

      Application Deadline: Friday, March 15th*

      *Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!*

      Your New Role

      This internship will be located in the Los Angeles area. The selected intern will be expected to join us in the office on a regular cadence based on the intern manager’s in office schedule.

      Warner Bros. Studio Operations, The Department of Safety & Environmental Affair (S&EA), acts as the interface between the studio and government agencies representing the enforcement of local, state, and federal codes regulating employee occupational and environmental health and safety (e.g. Cal/OSHA) and the environmental health of Warner Bros. Studio (EPA, SCAQMD, City of Burbank & LAC Dept. of Health).

      The Studio Health and Safety Intern will assist with the overall department on all health and safety matter including but not limited to, reviewing studio policies, program, create training material, perform inspection, recordkeeping. We are a department that wears many hats and provide support in three major areas: Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Affairs, and Feature/TV Production Safety. No day is the same and the work we do is rewarding and impactful. Our department provides a crucial role in ensuring the safety of all personnel involved in our productions from the studio to on set, as well as maintaining compliance with industry safety standards and regulations.


      Your Role Accountabilities

      • This internship will be a 100% in-person role with the intern coming on-site to our Burbank office Monday-Friday

      • Scan and organize historical documents into a Central Locations Database

      • Organize equipment inventory / asset management system in our fall protection equipment room

      • Assist in updating all health & safety documents (program, policies, and best practices)

      • Assist in the development of a departmental safety officer program

      • Assist in the development of training course videos, PowerPoint, and documentation in our Learning Management System

      • Assist in the development and organization of our hazardous communication program including gathering safety data sheets

      Qualifications & Experience

      • Available to work in person at our Burbank office Monday-Friday

      • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field

      • Some knowledge of Cal/OSHA or OSHA safety regulations

      • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

      • Ability to work collaboratively with numerous team members

      • Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint is a plus

      • Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship (proof of enrollment required)

      • Must be a rising Junior or Senior Undergrad Student (18 years or older)

      • Must be in academic good standing (3.0 or above GPA)

      • Warner Bros. Discovery will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from Warner Bros. Discovery now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States.

      How We Get Things Done

      This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

      What to know before applying:

      The duration of the summer program regardless of which start/end option is 11 weeks.

      Program date options:

      Option 1: June 3rd – August 16th

      Option 2: June 10th – August 23rd

      • Interns will be expected to work 35-40 hours per week in a hybrid capacity.

      • Our internships are paid opportunities with a competitive hourly wage. Credit is not required; however, we will provide the necessary documentation for school credit if desired. Relocation is not provided.

      • Interviewing will take place from March through mid-April. A WBD team member will contact you if your experiences and interests match an open internship position. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to give individual status updates.

      About Our Internship Program

      WBD's Internship Program is designed to nurture students professionally and personally. We attract the country’s boldest and brightest students for paid, for-credit, real-world internship experiences in the entertainment, tech, sports, news and media industries. We offer career-defining opportunities to learn valuable skills that will help you prepare for a successful future.


      Ready to learn more? Here’s what we offer:

      • Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members in your field

      • Mentorship from some of the industry’s kindest and most passionate entertainment veterans

      • Engaging events including professional development seminars, panels with recruiters and former interns, intern-exclusive events, and so much more

      • Access to top-level executives and employees through our Speaker Series and Roundtables

      • Incredible networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals and a robust intern alumni network

      • A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture


      What you can expect to take away from the semester:

      • Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn’t know you had

      • The insider scoop on the entertainment industry and what happens behind the scenes

      • Relationships that will go beyond your collegiate career

      • Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure


      In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The rate listed is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Rate: $19 per hour USD for undergrad interns, $25 per hour USD for graduate level interns.

      How We Get Things Done…

      This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

      The Legal Bits…

      Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

      If you’re a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.
  • About the company

      WARNER BROS. is a global leader in all forms of entertainment and their related businesses across all current and emerging media and platforms. A WarnerMedia Company, the fully integrated, broad-based Studio is home to one of the most successful collections of brands in the world and stands at the forefront of every aspect of the entertainment industry from feature film, television and home entertainment production and worldwide distribution to DVD and Blu-ray, digital distribution, animation, comic books, video games, product and brand licensing, and broadcasting.