NBC News Bureau Internships – Academic Year

NBCUniversal•Chicago, IL

7h•$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, Bravo, and Peacock. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. The company emphasizes improving communities, giving back, and fostering an inclusive culture to attract and develop a diverse workforce. As an NBCUniversal Academic Year intern, you will engage in real projects, contribute to meaningful work, and build valuable skills over two full semesters. The program is designed for curious, driven individuals excited about media, entertainment, and technology, providing an environment for daily learning and growth. NBC News is a leading news organization, with award-winning broadcasts like TODAY, NBC Nightly News, Meet the Press, and Dateline NBC, alongside a rapidly growing digital group including NBC News NOW and TODAY All Day, and an original podcast unit. This internship offers the opportunity to join the team covering the Midwest region for NBC's flagship broadcast network shows (TODAY, NIGHTLY NEWS) and expanding cable and online platforms (MSNBC, NBC News Now). Interns will work on diverse stories, from breaking news to features, covering topics like crime, economy, and weather. They will collaborate with the assignment desk, producers, and correspondents, gaining insight into network news operations from story pitching to final 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). December 2026 graduates are not eligible for this Academic Year Internship Program.
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.