NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025. See yourself at NBCU Be a part of our intern community, a group of curious and passionate trailblazers who we believe are the future of our industry.u00a0 The NBCUniversal Internship Program allows students to unlock their potential by contributing to big projects in meaningful ways that matter. To thrive as an NBCU intern, you are ready to bring your passion for media, entertainment, and technology along with your desire to learn each day.u00a0 In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Summer 2026 interns:u00a0u00a0u00a0 + Paid company holidays for full-time interns.u00a0u00a0 + Robust networking, learning and development opportunities. + Complimentary Peacock subscription during your internship. + Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship. + Access to mental health resources including counseling sessions. + Financial assistance to offset expenses for transportation and housing may be available on a needs-based basis for eligible in-person interns. More details about eligibility for this assistance will be provided at the time ofu00a0offer.u00a0u00a0 Summer 2026 Recruitment Timeline:u00a0u00a0 November 10 u2013 December 5: Applications Open (may close early due to applicant volume)u00a0 Mid November u2013 Late December: First round video interviews u00a0 Mid u2013 Late January: Second round interviewsu00a0 Late January u2013 February: Selected candidates receive offersu00a0 Summer 2026 Internship Program: + Applications Close: December 5th at 11:59pm ET. Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible u2013 applications could close earlier due to applicant volume + Program Dates: June 1 u2013 August 7, 2026 + Time Commitment: 40 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need.u00a0 + Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from New York, NY. To Apply: + Submit a one-page resume that outlines your work experience, accomplishments, and your graduation month and year. + Submit a cover letter that highlights your passion for NBCUniversal, the locations (listed below) you are open to for internships, and your top areas of interest (opportunities listed below). + Upload a transcript (unofficial transcripts are fine) that confirms your status as an actively enrolled student in a degree-granting program. NBCUniversal'sCorporate groupsare uniquely positionedat the core ofour organization.u00a0Employeeswithin these groups usetheir area ofexpertiseto support all businesses acrossthecompany, keeping the heart of each brand at the forefront. There are also business-specific opportunities available, which may be included in the description below.u00a0u00a0 Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to:u00a0 + Platform Distribution & Partnerships u2013 Legal (JD-level):u00a0This intern supports NBCUniversalu2019s Platform Distribution & Partnerships legal team through contract drafting, research, and analysis related to content distribution agreements across television, streaming, and digital platforms. In this role, you will assist with legal communications, regulatory research, and presentations while gaining exposure to corporate and transactional law in the media industry. + Corporate Legal Rotational (JD-level):u00a0The NBCU Legal Function is hosting a Legal Rotational Experience for law students interested in Entertainment Law. The Legal Rotational Experience will be a program that provides training, exposure, and opportunities to law students.u00a0Interns will work in one Corporate Legal group and one Business Legal groupu00a0duringu00a0theu00a010-weeku00a0internship. Responsibilities may include assisting team members with drafting,u00a0reviewingu00a0and negotiating a wide variety of legal agreements, providingu00a0timelyu00a0and thorough analysis on potential risks and issues while proposing practical, responsive solutions, andu00a0identifyingu00a0and implementing improvements to forms and processes.u00a0 + Corporate Legal u2013u00a0NBCU News Group (JD-level):u00a0The NBCUniversal News Group Media Law team supports NBCU brands including NBC News, NBCU Local, and Telemundo. We empower journalists to publish as much fair andu00a0accurateu00a0information in the public interest as possible byu00a0providingu00a0newsgathering advice, pre-publication and pre-broadcast review and newsroom training. We also prepare and negotiate media law agreements (e.g.u00a0releases, location agreements),u00a0assistu00a0with rights management across platforms, support tentpole events (e.g.u00a0elections, Olympics), advise on subpoenas, and partner with the Litigation team.u00a0News Group interns will assist in all of these areas, with a focus on researching defamation, privacy, IP, newsgathering, access, privilege and regulatory questions.u00a0 Basic Requirements: + Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program. Spring 2026 graduates are not eligible for our Summer 2026 internship program. + Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits). + Must be presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must not require work visa sponsorship from NBCUniversal now or in the future tou00a0retain authorization to work in the United States. + Must be available to work 40 hours per week from June 1 u2013 August 7, 2026. + Must be willing to work in New York, NY. For further clarification, candidates currently on any student or exchange visa (e.g. F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1) are not eligible to apply unless they will be able to change or adjust to another status that grants work authorization without NBCUniversal sponsorship. NBCUniversal is an E-Verify company, requiring all employees to have an active Social Security number. Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete I-9 form with Social Security number within 3 days of hire. u00a0 Desired Characteristics: + Must be a current J.D. candidate in good standing. + Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. + For Corporate Legal Rotational:u00a0Current class standing of 1L or above preferred.u00a0 + For Corporateu00a0Legal u2013 News Group:u00a0Coursework or experience in First Amendment, media law and copyright preferred; Interest in the broadcast,u00a0cable,u00a0and digital news space.u00a0 The hourly rate for JD student interns is $25.00. As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to . Although you'll be hired as an NBCU intern, your internship and the responsibilities associated with it may transition to Versant in the future. You will be joining at an exciting and pivotal time for the business as it evolves.
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Legal Internships u2013 Summer 2026