NBC News Bureau Internships – Academic Year
About The Position
NBCUniversal is a leading global media and entertainment company, creating world-class content across film, television, streaming, theme parks, and consumer products. The company is committed to improving communities, fostering an inclusive culture, and attracting a diverse workforce. As an NBCUniversal Academic Year intern, you will engage in meaningful projects, contribute to a collaborative culture, and receive support for growth over two full semesters. The program emphasizes impact and skill development for curious, driven individuals interested in media, entertainment, and technology. NBC News is a leading news organization, with award-winning broadcasts like TODAY, NBC Nightly News, Meet the Press, and Dateline NBC, alongside its rapidly growing Digital Group including NBC News NOW and TODAY All Day, and original podcast unit. This internship supports coverage of the Midwest region for NBC's flagship broadcast network shows (TODAY, NIGHTLY NEWS) and expanding cable/online platforms (MSNBC, NBC News Now). Interns will work on diverse stories, from breaking news to features, covering topics like crime, economy, and weather, collaborating with the assignment desk, producers, and correspondents to understand the full scope of network news production, from pitching to broadcast.
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 Chicago, IL
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Students with class standing of junior or above preferred
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Strong interest in the media industry
- Commitment to building an inclusive work environment
- Previous internship experience and on-campus involvement
- Strong interest in and demonstrated knowledge of current affairs
- Desired majors: Journalism or Broadcast Journalism, Digital/New Media Studies, Communications, Production
Responsibilities
- Providing editorial support to the NBC news assignment desk- making phone calls, booking interviews, logging press conferences
- Assisting producers with location support, including booking travel and scouting live shot positions
- Pitching, researching, and developing stories for various platforms
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
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
