NBC News Creative & Digital Design Internships – Academic Year
About The Position
NBCUniversal is seeking motivated students for its Academic Year Internship Program, offering a chance to work on real projects and contribute to meaningful work across two full semesters. This program is designed for curious, driven individuals excited about media, entertainment, and technology, providing an environment for learning and growth. Interns will gain practical experience, build essential skills, and benefit from robust networking and professional development opportunities. The internship is paid, with additional benefits including paid time off for mental health, academic exams, and personal holidays, a complimentary Peacock subscription, free admission to Universal Parks, and access to mental health resources. The program runs from September 21, 2026, to April 23, 2027, requiring a commitment of 16-24 hours per week, with schedules accommodating course loads. Opportunities are located in New York, NY.
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.
- Must be available to work 16-24 hours per week from September 21, 2026 – April 23, 2027.
- Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
- 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 have an active Social Security number.
- Adobe Creative Suite, Cinema 4D, strong knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator.
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.
- Previous internship experience and on-campus involvement.
- Strong interest in and demonstrated knowledge of current affairs.
- Majoring in Graphic Design or Animation with experience in Adobe Suite and Cinema 4D.
- Desired majors: Digital/New Media Studies, Communications, Graphic Design, Animation.
Responsibilities
- Learn the design process and contribute to daily graphic production.
- Learn about the process of integrating graphics on air.
- Work with art directors, reporters, and editors to select and edit images for articles on digital platforms.
- Produce conceptual, photo-based illustrations with Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Design and produce social graphics.
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.
- Paid internship ($19.00 per hour).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
