Government Affairs Internships – Academic Year

NBCUniversal•Washington, DC

3h•Onsite

About The Position

NBCUniversal is a leading global media and entertainment company, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation, known for creating and distributing world-class content across film, television, streaming, theme parks, consumer products, and experiences. The company operates major entertainment and news brands including NBC, NBC News, Telemundo, Bravo, and Peacock. NBCUniversal emphasizes its commitment to improving communities, giving back, and fostering an inclusive culture, aiming to attract and develop a diverse workforce. The Academic Year Internship Program is designed for students to work on real projects, contribute meaningfully, and develop skills in a collaborative environment over two full semesters. Interns are supported in their growth, especially if they are curious, driven, and interested in media, entertainment, and technology. This specific internship, within Corporate Legal – Government Affairs (JD-level), focuses on regulatory, legislative, and public policy matters related to broadcasting, media, film, and streaming. Key areas include broadcast licensing, media regulations, programming and advertising standards, accessibility, privacy, intellectual property, and content piracy. The program runs from September 21, 2026, to April 23, 2027, requiring 16-24 hours per week, and is based in Washington, DC. The recruitment process involves applications opening on April 20, closing on May 8, followed by video and second-round interviews from early May to mid-July, with offers extended throughout July.

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)
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 to retain authorization to work in the United States
Must be available to work 16-24 hours per week from September 21, 2026 – April 23, 2027
Must be willing to work in Washington, DC
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
Must complete I-9 form with Social Security number within 3 days of hire
Must be a current J.D. candidate in good standing

Nice To Haves

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
Current class standing of 2L or above preferred
Coursework or experience in administrative and copyright law
Interest in the broadcast, digital media, and telecommunications industries

Responsibilities

preparing briefing memos, talking points, comment summaries, and other written materials
attending virtual and in-person hearings, conferences, and events
partnering with team members to determine the impact of federal actions on the organization
developing presentations and other written materials on findings
acting as an internal consultant to the government affairs team