Intern, Energy Engineering - Summer 2026

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.

The facilities and backlot department performs maintenance across the 110 year old studio lot, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, paint, and construction. The team is responsible for all utilities (electrical, water, gas), along with completing capital construction projects to improve the studio lot.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor usage of energy in buildings, sound stages, and other locations around the studio lot
• Research technology to upgrade energy usage
• Review existing energy data history and provide analysis
• Manage small energy projects
• Participate in meetings

Qualifications:

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering major
• Experience with spreadsheets and other data analytics tools
• Ability to multitask
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (i.e. Outlook)

The anticipated base salary for this position is $19/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.

To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.