Intern, Advertising Sales - Summer 2026

Posted:
3/10/2026, 10:59:14 AM

Location(s):
Chicago, Illinois, United States ⋅ Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Internship

Field(s):
Sales & Account Management

Workplace Type:
On-site

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.

 

 

Responsibilities: 

  •  Assist the Chicago Ad Sales team in securing new business and provide support for existing clients with post campaign reporting and recaps. Track weekly delivery for accounts.

 

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor of Science in Advertising
  • 3.5+ GPA

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint

The anticipated base salary for this position is $19.00/hour. This role may also qualify for comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

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Sony Pictures Entertainment

Website: https://www.sonypictures.com/

Headquarter Location: Culver City, California, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1987

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Series A

Industries: Content ⋅ Film Distribution ⋅ Film Production ⋅ Media and Entertainment ⋅ TV Production