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NBC News Creative & Digital Design Internships u2013 Academic Year


Company : NBC Universal


Location : New York City, NY


Created : 2026-04-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

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: Artworksu00a0 This intern will learn the design process and contribute to the daily graphic production. They will also learn about the process of integrating graphics on air. We are looking for interns majoring in Graphic Design or Animation with experience in Adobe Suite and Cinema 4D.u00a0u00a0 Digital Art & Photou00a0 The NBC News Digital Art and Photo Department works with the editorial departments across our newsrooms to photo edit, illustrate, and create visual design work for our sites, apps, and social platforms. This intern will work with art directors, reporters, and editors to select and edit images for articles on , , and/or , and our digital platforms. They will produce conceptual, photo-based illustrations with Photoshop and Illustrator and design and produce social graphics. 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. u00a0 Desired Characteristics: + Students with class standing of junior or above preferred. + Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. + Strong interest in the media industry. + Previous internship experience and on-campus involvement. + Strong interest in and demonstrated knowledge of current affairs. + Technical Skills: Adobe Creative Suite, Cinema 4D, strong knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator. + Desired majors: Digital/New Media Studies, Communications, Graphic Design, Animation. 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 .