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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit for more information. 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. Looking to ace your upcoming academic year? As an NBCUniversal Academic Year intern, youu2019ll work on real projects, be part of our collaborative culture, and get the support you need to grow - across two full semesters. Our Internship Program is all about impact, giving you the chance to contribute to meaningful work while building skills that matter. If youu2019re curious, driven, and excited about media, entertainment, and technology, we provide an environment designed to help you learn and grow every day. In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Academic Year interns:u00a0u00a0u00a0 + Paid time off for mental health, academic exams, and personal holidays.u00a0 + Robust networking, learning and professional development opportunities. + Complimentary Peacock subscription for the duration of the internship. + Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship. + Access to mental health resources, including counseling sessions. Academic Year Internship Program Details Program Dates: September 21, 2026 u2013 April 23, 2027 Time Commitment: 16-24 hours per week. Exact schedule to beu00a0determinedu00a0based on businessu00a0need. We will do our best to accommodate course schedules. Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from New York, NY. Academic Year Recruitment Timeline April 20: Applications open May 8: Applications close at 11:59pm ET (we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible u2013 applications may close earlier due to applicant volume) Early May u2013 Mid June:u00a0First round video interviewsu00a0u00a0 Mid June u2013 Mid July:u00a0Second round interviewsu00a0u00a0 Throughout July:u00a0Selected candidates receive offers 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 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. More Americans watch NBC News than any news organization in the world. NBC Newsu2019 leading and award-winning television news broadcasts include TODAY, NBC Nightly News, Meet the Press, and Dateline NBC. The rapidly-growing NBC News Digital Group u2013 including its streaming news services NBC News NOW and TODAY All Day u2013 and the networku2019s award-winning original podcast and audio unit provide continuous content to consumers wherever they are, whenever they want it. Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to: NBC News Audience Development & Engagement: Newsletters & Paid Media, SEOu00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 The Audience Development team is a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team that is deeply embedded in departments across the News Digital org u2013 editorial, product, e-commerce, data and analytics, to name a few. The primary goal of the Audience Development team is to acquire new audiences and grow existing ones, using real-time data and analytics to inform success. Major responsibilities of the team include SEO (search engine optimization), paid content distribution and performance marketing, newsletter operations and tech, and reengagement and recirculation tactics. Interns on this team have an amazing opportunity to participate in all of these responsibilities and partner directly with writers, editors, producers and executives. NBC News Consumer Insightsu00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 The NBC News Consumer Insights team looks to identify and understand the u2018whyu2019 behind the ratings.u00a0Consumer Insights use a variety of quantitative research (surveys) and qualitative methods (focus groups, online communities, content analysis) to understand audience connection points that draw viewers to NBC News brands like TODAY, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and NBC News NOW. Our research informs editorial, marketing, and ad sales efforts across linear and digital platforms. NBC News Marketing & Post-Productionu00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 The intern is a member of the NBC News Marketing team where they will aid in the production and post-production of advertising, promotion and marketing materials for NBC News. They will develop understanding of the network brands by supporting day-to-day operations of the creative team. Interns will have the opportunity to engage in a portfolio project allowing them to learn and grow in creative and strategic skillsets. NBC News Social & TODAY Social You will be responsible for helping drive social media production and publication to multiple social media accounts. You will be writing headlines, editing video and graphics, and distributing content across social media platforms. Basic Requirements: + Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program (September 2026 through April 2027).u00a0December 2026u00a0graduates are not eligible foru00a0this Academic Yearu00a0Internship Program.u00a0 + 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 16-24 hours per week from September 21, 2026 u2013 April 23, 2027. + 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. Desired Characteristics: + Students with class standing of junior or above preferred. + Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. + Strong interest in the media industry. + Commitment to building an inclusive work environment.u00a0 + Ability to multitask and highly organized. + Excellent verbal and written communication. + Interest in both quantitative and qualitative research. + Previous internship experience or college/university leadership; newsroom environment preferred. + For Production/Editorial: Experience on a school newspaper or campus news station is a plus. + For Creative/Digital: Experience with social media platforms and various creative tools (i.e. Adobe Photoshop or Premiere, Avid) preferred. + Desired Majors: Brand Management, Broadcast Media, Business, Communications, Digital Media, Digital Video, English, Finance, Human Resource Management, Journalism, Market Research, Marketing, Mass Media, News Writing and Reporting, Production, Social Media. The hourly rate for student interns is $19.00. 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 .
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NBC News Communications, Marketing, and Research Internships u2013 Academic Year