Legal Intern (Summer)

Scripps Networks Interactive
Published
February 25, 2016
Location
New York, NY
Category
Job Type

Description

Scripps Networks Interactive Internship Experience

Scripps Networks Interactive is a global media company and the Leader in Lifestyle Media. Our power-house brands -- HGTV, DIY Network, Food Network, Cooking Channel, Travel Channel and Great American Country -- stimulate personal creativity, spark ingenuity and capture the joy of living richer and fuller lives. Whether remodeling a home, creating a meal or traveling the world, consumers know that life is celebrated on our channels. Join a company where committed, passionate people create some of the best loved and most respected brands in the business; brands that 170 million consumers connect with each month through unique, vibrant and engaging programming.

Cook with Us. Travel with Us. Make Your Home with Us.

We are currently seeking a Legal Intern to be located in our NY – Chelsea office.

This summer internship will begin on or after May 23, 2016 and end on or before August 21, 2016.

Anticipated hours per week: 40

Internship Qualifications

Intern must be a rising or current junior, rising or current senior, graduate student, or recent graduate (within 6 months of graduation date) at an accredited college/university.
Applicants must have completed their sophomore year prior to the start of the internship.
Must have previous internship experience and/or participated in college clubs/organizations, and/or in-depth coursework in a related field
Legally eligible to work in the United States. Scripps Networks is unable to sponsor visas for interns. If you are an international student not already studying in the U.S. on an F-1 or J-1 visa, then you have to go through a university or an outside organization (internship placement agency) that will sponsor your visa.
Must have strong oral and written communications skills, as well as exceptional organization and planning skills
You must include your anticipated graduation
Must have an interest in the media and television industries

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist Business and Legal Affairs executives in business and legal decisions involved in negotiating and drafting contracts pertaining to talent and production company services as well as other business affairs decisions related to the development, production, and distribution of Scripps Networks Interactive programming  
Conduct legal research and report on legal developments in the media, entertainment, intellectual property, and communications law fields
Assist with preparation and review of agreements, deal memos, option letters, and general correspondence and document management

Areas of Study

Law

About the Internship Experience

Scripps Networks Interactive is the perfect environment for talented, ambitious individuals who are looking to gain a competitive career advantage whether it's in the media industry or another field. We are a growing company with a diverse, inclusive and supportive culture that views its employees as its greatest resource and commits to investing in the best and brightest talent to propel our company forward. Our future depends on the vision, fortitude and positive initiative of our people to uphold an uncompromising standard that has made Scripps the Leader in Lifestyle Media.

All internships are approximately 12 weeks during which time you will learn from experience through hands-on projects, professional interaction and day-to-day operations. We invite talented individuals to bring their brightest ideas and contribute to the growth of a world leading media company. During your time with Scripps, we are confident that you will hone your skills, develop new ones and discover your true potential.

At Scripps Networks Interactive we want your passion, self-motivation, fresh ideas and forward-thinking perspective. In addition, we want positive attitudes and dedication to ensure your time and experience with Scripps is challenging, unique and contributes to your ongoing success, which might even continue with a longer-term opportunity with us.

We offer competitive compensation and a broad range of disciplines including:

-- Ad Sales and Marketing
-- Marketing and Communications
-- Corporate Communications
-- Information Technology
-- Web Design and Development
-- Digital and New Media
-- New Business Development
-- Programming
-- Public Relations
-- Creative Services and Design
-- Content Distribution
-- Motion Graphics
-- International

This is a paid internship

Scripps Networks Interactive is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin and military membership or veteran status or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law.  Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations during the application and/or hiring process for qualified job applicants with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.  If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please email recruiter@scrippsnetworks.com.

Scripps Networks Interactive will not sponsor applicants for immigrant or non-immigrant work visas. The successful candidate will be required to submit evidence of identity and employment authorization.

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