NEON General Internship Program - Spring 2026

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Posted 5 months ago

Internship

New York, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Interns will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of film distribution, including marketing, publicity, acquisitions, and theatrical sales. The program emphasizes collaboration with industry veterans to nurture the next generation of filmmakers and industry leaders.

NEON is seeking enthusiastic and driven college students for their Spring 2026 internship program. Interns will gain hands-on experience in film distribution, including marketing, publicity, sales, and acquisitions. Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills are essential, along with a passion for film and cultural literacy.

Must Have Skills for ATS

film

marketing

publicity

sales

acquisitions

Google Docs

Excel

communication skills

organizational skills

cultural literacy

social media

film trends

college student

internship

Job Description

We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for SPRING 2026 interns in NY & LA.

NEON internships focus on real-world experience and supporting boundary-pushing projects that define our brand. For college students interested in creative careers, securing an internship with a leading independent film studio like NEON can be a major career booster, providing hands-on industry exposure, valuable connections, and mentorship from professionals passionate about visionary cinema.

Here's what makes the NEON Internship Program unique:

  • Dive Deep: Get hands-on experience in various aspects of film distribution, from marketing and publicity to acquisitions and theatrical sales and distribution.
  • Find Your Fit: We tailor your internship to your interests and skills, placing you on projects that excite you.
  • Become Part of the Team: Our internship program is a collaborative experience. You get to work alongside industry veterans who are passionate about nurturing the next generation of filmmakers and industry leaders.

We’re on the hunt for enthusiastic, passionate, and driven individuals who are excited to dive into the world of independent film, particularly in the realm of distribution. This dynamic program is designed to empower you to highlight your talents while building a solid foundation for your career.

Our Internship Program presents an extraordinary opportunity to unleash your creativity and perspectives while acquiring hands-on experience. With a focus on various facets of film distribution, including marketing, publicity, sales, and acquisitions, this collaborative internship will help refine your career aspirations and pave the way for future achievements.

As a NEON intern, you’ll have the opportunity to be mentored by industry professionals who are passionate about nurturing the next wave of filmmakers and industry innovators.

Application Information:

Application Deadline: Friday, October 31st @ 11:59 pm EST

Program Timeline: Monday, January 12, 2026 - Friday, May 15, 2026

Scheduled Weekly Hours: Must be available to work in person 2–3 days per week for the duration of the internship

We are excited to hear from you.....

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the program on our Career Page. Please include your available start date and preferred work schedule. All applications must be submitted through our online job site, as we cannot review emails or direct submissions. Due to high application volumes, it is not possible to provide individual status updates. We look forward to receiving your application.

We offer a competitive hourly rate of $18.00 per hour. School credit is optional, and documentation can be provided if needed. No relocation assistance is available. Our interns are onsite and in person based in either the New York or the Los Angeles office.

Schedules vary based on department needs and your availability. We do our best to work around your class schedule.

To be eligible for this internship, you must be enrolled in an accredited college/university, taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (Spring/Fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR currently be participating in a NEON Internship.

What we’re looking for…

  • Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
  • Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Google Docs and Excel
  • Highly collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills
  • Culturally literate, engaged with a knack for research, and familiarity with social media platforms and creators
  • Knowledge of current film trends and industry news
  • Ability to quickly learn new concepts, solve problems, and implement solutions
  • Attention to detail with strong organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and analytical writing skills are essential
  • We highly encourage candidates with prior internship or working experience in film to apply.

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment.

At NEON, we are looking for diverse perspectives. We believe a thriving film industry requires a variety of voices and perspectives. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all candidates without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, family or parental status, veteran, or disability status. If you're smart and good at what you do, come as you are!

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In only eight years, NEON has garnered 39 Academy Award® nominations (7 this year), 11 total wins (5 this year), including two Best Picture wins, and has grossed over $400M at the box office. The company continues to push boundaries and take creative risks on bold cinema such as Sean Baker’s Anora, which recently took home five Academy Awards® including Best Picture, and was released in theaters to the highest per-screen average of 2024; as well as Bong Joon Ho’s Parasite, which made history winning four Academy Awards®, becoming the first non-English-language film to claim Best Picture, and grossed over $54M at the domestic box office. NEON has built an impressive streak winning the coveted Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, with six consecutive wins, including this most recent year’s winner It Was Just an Accident from Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi, as well as Anora, Parasite, Anatomy of a Fall, Titane, and Triangle of Sadness. In 2024, NEON was named The Hollywood Reporter’s Independent Studio of the Year and received the Clio Award for Studio of the Year. Recent NEON releases include Mike Flanagan’s The Life of Chuck and Osgood Perkins’ horror film The Monkey, both of which are based on the short stories by Stephen King. The Monkey marked NEON’s second biggest opening weekend at the box office following Perkins’ Longlegs, which is the highest grossing independent film of the year at $75 million domestically. As a burgeoning leader in the production space, NEON’s recent and upcoming in-house productions include: David Robert Mitchell’s They Follow starring Maika Monroe; Michael Covino’s Splitsville starring Dakota Johnson and Adria Arjona; the highly anticipated Boots Riley feature I Love Boosters starring Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, LaKeith Stanfield, Demi Moore, and Eiza González; The Wrong Girls starring Kristen Stewart and Alia Shawkat; Tilman Singer’s Cuckoo starring Hunter Schafer; and Brandon Cronenberg’s Infinity Pool.

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