NBC 4 New York Production & Editorial Internships – Academic Year

NBCUniversal•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

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. NBCUniversal produces and distributes premier filmed entertainment and programming through studios like Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and operates theme parks worldwide. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation, committed to improving communities and fostering an inclusive culture. As an NBCUniversal Academic Year intern, you will engage in real projects, contribute to 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 developing valuable skills. It provides an environment for learning and growth for individuals curious, driven, and excited about media, entertainment, and technology. NBCUniversal Local is the company's local media division, serving English and Spanish-speaking and bilingual audiences in 31 U.S. markets and Puerto Rico. It delivers local sports, news, weather, consumer and investigative reporting, and lifestyle entertainment across various platforms. NBCUniversal Local comprises the NBC Owned Television Stations, the NBC Sports Regional Networks, and the Telemundo Station Group, working together to keep local audiences informed anytime and anywhere.

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 New York, NY.
December 2026 graduates are not eligible for this Academic Year Internship Program.
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.
A background in any of the following areas: Journalism, Production, Communications, Digital Media, Research.
Strong interest in the media industry.
Commitment to building an inclusive work environment.
Ability to multitask and highly organized.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Previous internship experience within a corporate setting.
Proficiency with Social Media Platforms.
Proficiency with Final Cut Pro.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite.
Familiarity with SEO tools such as Google Trends.
Familiarity with AP Style writing.
Fluency in Spanish (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

Conduct research, telephone interviews, book shoots, and log video for segments like Better Get Baquero & Responde.
Learn to generate news content as part of a team.
Assist producers and talent on field shoots and in the studio for shows like New York Live & Acceso Total.
Edit segments for shows.
Find stories, call contacts for details, and fact check production and talent schedules for News Planning.
Assist during breaking news, answer phones, and shadow reporters and producers in the field/control room.
Pre-interview guests.
Ensure producers and reporters have up-to-date and verified information in the Newsroom.
Manage breaking news reporting and dispatch reporters and crews.
Contribute to digital products including processing AP stories, writing original copy, shooting and editing video, and producing podcasts for Digital NY Duopoly Digital.
Shadow promotion producers and graphic designers through the creation of all promotion from brainstorm to completion for Creative Services.
Assist on shoots for productions.