Legal Internships – Academic Year
About The Position
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies, creating world-class content distributed across film, television, and streaming, and brought to life through global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. The company owns and operates leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock. They produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through studios like Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and operate theme parks worldwide. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. The company is committed to improving communities, giving back, and fostering an inclusive culture to attract and develop a talented workforce. As an NBCUniversal Academic Year intern, you will work on real projects, be part of a collaborative culture, and receive support for growth across two full semesters. The Internship Program focuses on impact, allowing interns to contribute to meaningful work while building valuable skills. It provides an environment for learning and growth for curious, driven individuals excited about media, entertainment, and technology. NBCU Corporate groups are central to the organization, with employees using their expertise to support all businesses. Areas of placement for this role may include Corporate Legal – Music Business & Legal Affairs (JD-level), which services clients in the Film & Television portfolios, covering the lifecycle of film and a vast portfolio of sports, news, streaming, entertainment networks, and television production operations.
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 working from a location within a U.S. state during all hours worked
- Any candidate receiving an internship offer 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
- Current class standing of 2L or above preferred
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Ability to understand music-related concepts and contractual language is a plus
- Strong interest in music and/or transactional work
Responsibilities
- Researching music rights
- Analysing and summarizing music deal terms
- Drafting music talent agreements
- Reviewing production content for music information
- Assisting with tracking rights, analysis, and grid maintenance
Benefits
- Paid time off for mental health, academic exams, and personal holidays
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
