Local Los Angeles NBC 4 & Telemundo 52 News Internships – Academic Year

NBCUniversal•Universal City, CA

1d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies, creating world-class content across film, television, streaming, theme parks, consumer products, and experiences. They own and operate leading entertainment and news brands including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, and Peacock. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation, committed to improving communities and fostering an inclusive culture. The Academic Year Internship Program offers interns the opportunity to work on real projects, contribute to meaningful work, and build skills over two full semesters. The program emphasizes learning and growth in media, entertainment, and technology. NBCUniversal Local, the local media division, serves English and Spanish-speaking audiences in 31 U.S. markets and Puerto Rico with local sports, news, weather, consumer and investigative reporting, and lifestyle entertainment across various platforms.

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 Universal City, CA.
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.
Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete I-9 form with Social Security number within 3 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Students with class standing of junior or above preferred.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Strong interest in news, journalism, and/or media.
Strong writing, time management, and interpersonal skills.
Academic background in Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, English, Communications, Media Studies, Political Science, or other related fields preferred.
Experience working with a campus TV station, newspaper, or website.
Comfortable with shooting and editing on cellphone as well as desktop editing.
For Newsroom: Bilingual in Spanish and English (written/spoken) preferred.
For Newsroom: Fluent in the news of the day and the Los Angeles news market (i.e., local politics, sports, culture, etc.).
For Newsroom: Strong writing skills.
For Newsroom: Strong time management skills.
For Newsroom: Ability to condense and prioritize information.
For Newsroom: Strong interpersonal skills.
For Newsroom: Willing to take on new projects.
For Newsroom: Eye for unique and community-based stories.
For Newsroom: Comfortable reaching out and communicating with viewers, subject matter experts, and local government agencies.
For Newsroom: Fluency with various social media platforms.
For Newsroom: Ability to shoot and edit social media videos.
For Local Integrated Media: Proficiency in AP Style.
For Local Integrated Media: Experience writing and reporting for school newspapers/websites.
For Local Integrated Media: Above-average news judgment and what qualifies as a quality news story.
For Local Integrated Media: Experience posting for a university publication’s branded social accounts and a working knowledge of social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter).
For Local Integrated Media: Ability to multitask.
For Local Integrated Media: Bilingual in written English and Spanish a plus.
For Local Integrated Media: Experience with WordPress, Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, and/or Wildmoka a plus.
For Sales & Marketing Research: Interest in sales, marketing, and market research.
For Sales & Marketing Research: Strong communication and creative skills.
For Sales & Marketing Research: Multicultural awareness.
For Sales & Marketing Research: Bilingual in written English and Spanish a plus.
For Community Relations: Prior experience with community service, nonprofit organizations, student organizations, or event marketing activations.
For Community Relations: Interest in local media, public service initiatives, and multicultural community engagement.
For Community Relations: Bilingual in written English and Spanish a plus.
For Lifestyle: Interest in production.
For Lifestyle: Multimedia Production Skills: Proficiency in basic video production, editing, and photography.
For Lifestyle: Familiarity with industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Premiere Pro) and equipment (cameras, microphones).
For Lifestyle: Social Media Savvy: Strong understanding of social media platforms (such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) and their respective best practices.
For Lifestyle: Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills.
For Lifestyle: Ability to think creatively and bring fresh ideas to content production and problem-solving.
For Lifestyle: Organizational and Time Management Abilities.
For Marketing: Must be bilingual in Spanish and English (written and verbal).
For Marketing: Interest in TV production.
For Marketing: Generally flexible with schedule.

Responsibilities

Assist assignment editors, show producers, package producers, writers, editors, and reporters in the KNBC/KVEA Newsroom.
Work under deadline and across platforms while helping with a full range of news gathering activities.
Identify and pitch compelling stories.
Follow up on story leads.
Support fact-checking and story development.
Find visual news elements and get clearances.
Identify story sources and experts.
Pre-interview subjects.
Log breaking news events.
Assist in all manner of news gathering.
Cultivate news writing skills in the KNBC/KVEA Local Integrated Media team.
Work in a fast-paced environment and sharpen reporting skills.
Learn to work in a multitude of programs toward breaking accurate news online fast.
Make calls and interview sources.
Write stories and publish in a CMS (content management system).
Clip reporter videos for the website with SEO-friendly and attention-grabbing headlines and descriptions.
Craft social posts for the stations’ branded accounts and/or gather UGC (user generated content) from social media for use on the website, on-air broadcast, or social accounts.
Assist the Sales Marketing team with creating PowerPoint presentations for Account Executives.
Write scripts for sales segments.
Perform air-checks for on-air clients.
Perform research on potential ad sales clients.
Provide support with sweepstakes execution.
Support the Sales Marketing team on ad hoc projects.
Learn about community outreach, nonprofit partnerships, digital content updates, and station-led initiatives in Community Relations.
Complete projects related to planning, execution, and documentation of community initiatives, campaigns, and special station events.
Assist the California Live team with the end-to-end production process of live lifestyle segments.
Contribute to the development and execution of content strategies across various social media platforms.
Perform copy editing tasks for scripts, social media posts, and promotional materials.
Coordinate the booking and scheduling of guests for live segments.
Participate in live shoots and provide on-site support for outdoor segments.
Engage with the program's audience through social media and other digital platforms.
Conduct research on potential topics, trends, and guests.
Support the marketing and promotions team in creating compelling promotional materials.
Assist with the logistics of ACCESO Total show, including coordinating and booking guests.
Go on location to record segments and conduct interviews.
Assist photographers with productions needs at local events.
Assist with writing scripts for segments.
Create social media content for ACCESO Total show.
Cover junkets and red carpets to produce VO’s and SOTs for ACCESO Total.
Represent ACCESO Total in local events.
Scout locations for different segments.