Advertising & Program Standards Internships – Summer 2027

NBCUniversal • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The NBCUniversal Summer Internship Program offers a paid, 40-hour-per-week internship from June 7 through August 13, 2027. This placement is with the Advertising and Program Standards Department, which reviews advertisements and program content across NBCUniversal TV and streaming properties for compliance with internal and external standards. The department reviews scripted, unscripted, and live entertainment programming, providing guidance on issues including sexual material, nudity, violence, language and dialogue, drug and alcohol use, and avoiding negative stereotypes. It also reviews advertisements for compliance with FTC, FCC, and FDA guidelines and NBCUniversal standards, policies, and guidelines. Interns will be exposed to standards work across NBCUniversal’s TV and streaming business and have the opportunity to work with the entire department. The position requires working in New York, New York; the exact schedule is determined by business need.

Applicants must remain actively enrolled in an accredited degree-granting program throughout the internship. Spring 2027 graduates are not eligible. Applicants must have sophomore standing or above, at least 30 credits, be authorized to work for any U.S. employer without current or future NBCUniversal visa sponsorship, and be available for the full program period. Junior standing or above is preferred. The hourly rate is $19.00.

The internship includes career development, networking, learning opportunities, and a community of fellow interns. Summer 2027 interns receive a complimentary Peacock subscription, free admission to Universal Parks during the internship, and access to mental health resources including counseling sessions. Paid company holidays are offered to full-time interns. Needs-based financial assistance for transportation and housing may be available to eligible in-person interns.

Requirements

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution for the entire internship; Spring 2027 graduates are ineligible.
• Must have sophomore standing or above and at least 30 credits.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must not require current or future work visa sponsorship from NBCUniversal.
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week from June 7 through August 13, 2027.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Must submit a one-page resume, cover letter, and transcript confirming active enrollment.
• Must have an active Social Security number to complete the I-9 within three days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Junior standing or above is preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Pursuing a degree in a related field such as Advertising, Communications, Risk Management, Pre-Law, Media, Business, English, History, Marketing, or Entertainment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong interest in children’s programming.

Responsibilities

• Review scripted, unscripted, and live entertainment programming for compliance with standards and provide guidance on content issues.
• Review advertisements for compliance with FTC, FCC, and FDA guidelines, as well as internal guidelines, standards, and policies.
• Work with the Advertising and Program Standards Department across NBCUniversal’s TV and streaming business.

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Paid company holidays for full-time interns
• Networking, learning, and development opportunities
• Complimentary Peacock subscription during the internship
• Free admission to Universal Parks during the internship
• Access to mental health resources, including counseling sessions
• Needs-based financial assistance for transportation and housing may be available to eligible in-person interns

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed