Versant Academic Year Internships: Corporate Finance, Analytics & Human Resources

<section class="job-section" id="st-companyDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Company Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg"><p>VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.</p><p>As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.</p><p>VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.</p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-jobDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Job Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="responsibilities"><p>The Versant Internship Program offers students the opportunity to build foundational skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain exposure to how a modern media organization operates. Interns are curious, motivated, and eager to learn in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.</p><p>All internships are paid. Academic Year interns are also eligible for:</p><ul><li>Time off to support overall health, well-being, and academics</li><li>Structured onboarding and professional development opportunities</li><li>Mentorship and networking with teams across the company & intern community</li><li>Hands-on experience that supports long-term career growth</li></ul><p>As part of Versant’s internship program, interns will help shape a new experience designed to invest in emerging talent and support early career development.</p><p><strong><u>Academic Year 2026-2027 Internship Program:</u></strong> </p><ul><li><strong>Applications Open: </strong>May 13th 2026</li><li><strong>Applications Close:</strong> June 12th at 11:59pm ET.<strong> Tip: </strong>Apply early! Positions may be filled on a rolling basis and applications may close once capacity is reached.  </li><li><strong>Program Dates:</strong> September 14th 2026 to April 16th 2027</li><li><strong>Time Commitment:</strong> 24 hours per week, part-time. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need.   </li><li><strong>Format:</strong> Opportunities listed will require an intern to work on-site or remotely out of the Englewood Cliffs, NJ office.</li></ul><p><strong><u>How to Apply: </u></strong></p><ul><li>Submit a one-page resume detailing your relevant experience, skills, accomplishments, and expected graduation month and year.</li><li>Submit an optional letter to the hiring team expressing your interest in Versant, the internship locations you are open to (listed below), and your primary areas of interest (opportunities listed below).</li><li>Must be able to provide a current transcript (unofficial transcripts accepted) to confirm enrollment in a degree-granting program during the recruitment process.</li></ul></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-qualifications"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Qualifications</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="qualifications"><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><p>Versant Corporate Finance, Analytics & Human Resources interns get a front-row seat to how a modern media company runs - supporting financial strategy, people operations, and data-driven decision-making across brands like MS NOW, CNBC, Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, USA Network, SyFy, Oxygen, E!, GolfNow, and Golf Channel. Interns dive into real projects across corporate, sports, and operations/technology teams - analyzing data, shaping workforce initiatives, and helping teams make smarter, faster decisions. If you’re curious, collaborative, and excited to learn how finance, analytics, and/or human resources power everything from content to technology, this is your chance to make an impact from day one.</p><p>Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to:</p><ul><li>Data, Insights & Strategic Analytics - Digital Analytics</li><li>Human Resources – Operations and Technology + Sports</li></ul><p><strong><u>Qualifications: </u></strong></p><p><strong>Basic Requirements:</strong> </p><ul><li>Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program OR have a graduation date in Spring 2026. Applicants who graduated in 2025 or earlier are not eligible for our internship program. </li><li>Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits). </li><li>Must be available to work 24 hours per week from September 14th 2026 through April 16th 2027. </li><li>Must be willing to work on-site or remotely out of the Englewood Cliffs, NJ office.</li><li>Must be presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must not require work visa sponsorship from VERSANT now or in the future to retain authorization to work in the United States. <ul><li>For further clarification, candidates currently on any student or exchange visa (e.g. F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1) are not eligible to apply unless they will be able to change or adjust to another status that grants work authorization without sponsorship from VERSANT. VERSANT is an E-Verify company, requiring all employees to have an active Social Security number. Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete I-9 form with Social Security number within 3 days of hire. </li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Characteristics:</strong> </p><ul><li>Students with class standing of junior or above preferred </li><li>Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above </li><li>Strong interest in the media industry </li><li>Previous internship experience and on-campus involvement</li></ul><p>The hourly rate for student interns is $19.00 - $35.00.</p><p>-----</p><p>At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities:   </p><ul><li><strong>Sweat it out</strong> -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment and group classes </li><li><strong>Eat up</strong><strong> </strong>-- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials, plus soup and salad bars </li><li><strong>Extras</strong> -- Dry cleaning </li></ul><p>Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City.  </p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-additionalInformation"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Additional Information</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="incentives"><p>As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.</p><p>If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#d4b7b5bab0bdb0b5a0b1b5b7b7b1a7a7bdb6bdb8bda0ad94a2b1a6a7b5baa0b9b1b0bdb5fab7bbb9" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="bddedcd3d9d4d9dcc9d8dcdeded8ceced4dfd4d1d4c9c4fdcbd8cfcedcd3c9d0d8d9d4dc93ded2d0">[email protected]</span></a>.</p><p>VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.</p><p><em><em><em>VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.</em></em></em></p></div></section><li class="job-detail">Business Segment: Versant Corporate</li><li class="job-detail"> Compensation: USD <span class="job-detail salary-value" data-value="19">19</span> - USD <span class="job-detail salary-value" data-value="35">35</span> - hourly</li>

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