2026 DIRECTV Advertising Sales Business Operations Internship (People Management)

At DIRECTV, we’re redefining the future of entertainment. We’re delivering cutting-edge products and services that redefine the future. Innovation is at the heart of what we do and we’re revolutionizing the way our customers access content anytime, anywhere. Together, we’re creating the best entertainment and communications experience in the world.

The Business Operations Summer Intern is a people, communications and operations focused role supporting the DIRECTV Ad Sales team. This internship is designed for students interested in people management, organizational effectiveness, and how HR and Business Operations partner to support teams at scale.

The intern will act as connective tissue between Business Operations, HR partners, and cross‑functional stakeholders, supporting strategic initiatives, executive and team communications, and staff‑level coordination across the organization.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Assist with strategic projects, including presentation development
• Help oversee and track progress across key initiatives related to team operations, engagement, and workforce coordination
• Support executive and team communications, including drafting internal updates, presentations, and talking points
• Assist with planning and coordination for staff meetings, leadership forums, and team‑wide communications
• Help maintain documentation, workflows, and shared resources related to people operations and team processes
• Provide ad hoc support to the Business Operations team as needed

What you’ll need to be successful:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (Business, Management, HR, Communications, Psychology, or related field preferred)
• Strong interest in people management, HR, business operations, or organizational development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptionally organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with Teams or SharePoint is a plus

Program Details

• Duration: 10-week hybrid internship (in NYC office 2 days per week)
• Start Dates: June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026, or June 15, 2026 – August 21, 2026
• Eligibility: Must have full U.S. work authorization now and in the future
• This position can earn $20 - $28 per hour, not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at DIRECTV offers. (Undergrad $20 per hour; Grad $28 per hour)

May require a background check due to job duties requiring routine access to DIRECTV and DIRECTV customer proprietary data. Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local ordinances and state law.

Locations for this role include New York City, NY

Ready to help shape the future of entertainment? Join us at DIRECTV and make your mark!

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