# Metadata Ingest Intern - English (Paid internship) (Madrid)

> Simply TV · Madrid, Spain (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-04-29

**Workplace:** hybrid

## Description

**About Simply.TV  
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At Simply.TV, we're redefining how the world experiences TV metadata. As a leading provider of advanced, AI-driven metadata solutions, we empower broadcasters, streaming platforms, and telecom operators to deliver smarter, more engaging content discovery experiences. From next-gen EPG (Electronic Program Guide) data to rich content enrichment, we enable our partners to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving media landscape.

Headquartered in Copenhagen, but supported by 450+ employees worldwide, our data fuels user interfaces used by millions of viewers every day — and we’re just getting started. Whether you're passionate about media technology, data engineering, or product innovation, Simply.TV is the place to shape the future of TV — and have fun doing it.

**Join us, and let’s make content discovery simple, powerful, and inspiring!  
  
The Role**

As part of the Ingest team, you will play a key role in ensuring our TV, movie, and series data flows smoothly, accurately, and efficiently from multiple sources into our systems. This internship is ideal for detail-oriented, problem-solving individuals who enjoy working with data pipelines, scheduling systems, and supporting both internal and external stakeholders. This is a paid internship.

**Responsibilities**

-   **Operational Support**

-   Monitor workflows and data pipelines to ensure smooth operations.
-   Investigate and resolve internal data complaints and operational issues.
-   Check schedules for failures and report issues.
-   Collaborate with the development team to resolve operational or scheduling problems.
-   Optimize operational processes to improve efficiency.

-   **Data & Metadata Support**

-   Implement and update hardcoding rules for parsers.
-   Fix issues with existing parsers and optimize them for new content sources.
-   Configure, validate, and maintain data feeds.
-   Apply structured testing before releasing changes.

-   **Stakeholder Support**

-   Respond to internal and external support cases within SLA times.
-   Ensure internal stakeholders receive timely support and issue resolution.

**Why join?**

-   **🚀 Work at the forefront of media** tech – Play a critical role in how millions discover TV & streaming content.
-   **🧠 Gain hands-on experience** – Learn about data parsing, scheduling, and operational support processes.
-   🌍 **Join a global team** – Collaborate with colleagues worldwide while contributing meaningfully to the business.
-   **🎯 Make a real impact** – Your work ensures accurate, high-quality data for top broadcasters & platforms.
-   📈 **Grow and learn** – Fast-paced, supportive environment with opportunities to expand your skills and responsibilities.

## Requirements

You'll thrive in this role if you:

-   Are currently studying or have recently graduated in a relevant field (**Data, IT, Computer Science, Business, or related**).
-   Must be legally authorized to work in Spain as a freelancer (autónomo)
-   Availability for a long-term commitment (minimum 6 months), with the intention to transition into a full-time role; this is not a short-term or summer internship
-   Are **data-driven** with experience using data tools and working with datasets.
-   Have an **affinity for metadata** and understanding of content workflows.
-   Enjoy operationally heavy roles and want to grow your career in **operations.**
-   Think in **workflows and system dependencies**, not just isolated tasks.
-   Can **configure, validate, and maintain data feeds**.
-   Apply **structured testing** before releasing changes.
-   Seek **continuous improvement** in processes, tooling, and operational efficiency.
-   Are comfortable working with systems, data pipelines, and troubleshooting operational issues.
-   Have excellent written and spoken English.
-   Are detail-oriented, structured, and highly organized.
-   Are collaborative, eager to learn, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.  
      
      
    **Please note - we can only accept CVs in English!**

## Benefits

Collaboration based on a contractor set-up is 3.46 EUR per hour on a full-time allocation basis (40 hours per week), max 600 EUR per month.

## Apply

[Apply at Simply TV](https://apply.workable.com/simply-tv/j/B05032B37B/apply)

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