TMZ DC Intern - Fall 2026

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

FOX Entertainment

With a legacy spanning nearly 40 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a leading global creator of multi-genre content across broadcast, streaming, digital and emerging platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and bold storytelling, the company is committed to reaching audiences where they are through a platform- and format-agnostic approach to developing, testing and scaling intellectual property worldwide. FOX Entertainment consists of three core business units. The FOX Television Network, which encompasses its flagship linear platform and streaming partnerships with Hulu and FOX One, is home to hit series including The Simpsons, The Masked Singer, Doc, Memory of a Killer, Fear Factor: House of Fear, The Floor and Hell’s Kitchen. FOX Entertainment Studios, operates the in-house scripted and unscripted studios behind series such as Animal Control, Best Medicine, The Faithful, and The Way Home, as well as Bento Box Entertainment with animated hits such as Hazbin Hotel and Krapopolis; Studio Ramsay Global with Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service and Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars; entertainment studio TMZ; and the independent film label Tideline. FOX Entertainment Global is the company’s worldwide content sales and distribution arm. As part of its evolution into a modern next-gen studio, FOX Entertainment is expanding its digital storytelling ecosystem with investments across vertical video with Holywater, Chain’s experiential storytelling, podcasting with Meet Cute, a two-way content pipeline with HarperCollins Publishing, and creator-led formats through the newly formed FOX Creator Studios. Through these strategic initiatives, the company is investing earlier in emerging ideas and new forms of audience engagement, while maintaining the ability to grow successful concepts into premium franchises across broadcast, streaming and global platforms. A prolific content creator and production partner, FOX Entertainment collaborates with leading studios, creators, and platforms worldwide to produce and distribute premium content at scale across broadcast, streaming, and digital ecosystems, while continuing to grow its portfolio of owned IP and next-generation storytelling formats.

JOB DESCRIPTION

TMZ is looking for an energetic, outgoing, and motivated Intern to join our Washington, D.C. team. TMZ DC brings TMZ's signature reporting style to Washington by covering political figures with the same fast-moving, personality-driven approach that has made TMZ a success. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to learn alongside experienced journalists while actively participating in coverage from Capitol Hill. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys meeting new people, and can quickly shoot, edit, and produce compelling digital content while working alongside our Co-Managing Editors.

TMZ DC is currently interviewing students for our internship program for Fall 2026: October 2026 – December 2026. This is a paid program. Please see below for required criteria – Fall 2026 Interns must meet all 6 criteria below for consideration:

• Be available for the entire internship session, as outlined above.
• Be available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, in the form of two or more 10-hour days per week.
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera and delivering content in a confident, engaging manner.
• Must be able to work in the field, including standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Have a demonstrated knowledge of the area(s) of interest as reflected in their field of study, course work and/or professional/internship experiences.
• Be in their junior or senior year of college.

TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $20.00 per hour.