NBC Sports Production Operations Internships – Summer 2027

NBCUniversal • Stamford, CT

19h • Onsite

About The Position

NBCUniversal’s Summer 2027 internship program offers hands-on experience in media and entertainment, along with career development, networking, learning opportunities, and support in building professional confidence. This paid internship is within NBC Sports Production Operations at NBC Sports Headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut. Interns work 40 hours per week from June 7 through August 13, 2027; the exact schedule depends on business needs.

Potential placements include NBC Olympics Sports Remote Operations, Studio & Field Scheduling, and Sports Operations. Remote Operations coordinates the people, resources, and information needed for NBC Sports live events, working across Production, Scheduling, Technical Operations, Programming, Talent Relations, and other departments. Studio & Field Scheduling supports technical crew hiring for studio, remote, and Olympics productions in collaboration with Technical Operations and Production Management. Sports Operations supports planning and execution of remote sports broadcasts, including advance planning, equipment logistics, facilities coordination, and on-site execution.

The position is based in Stamford, CT. Interns must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program throughout the internship and authorized to work in the United States without NBCUniversal sponsorship. Applicants must have sophomore standing or above and be available for the full program. Students with junior standing or above are preferred. The listed hourly rate is $19 for student interns and $25 for graduate student interns in NBC Olympics Sports Operations.

Requirements

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution throughout the internship; Spring 2027 graduates are not eligible.
• Must have current class standing of sophomore or above, with at least 30 credits.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States and not require NBCUniversal work-visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week from June 7 through August 13, 2027.
• Must be willing to work in Stamford, Connecticut.
• Must have an active Social Security number to complete the required I-9 process within three days of hire.
• Must submit a one-page resume, a cover letter, and a transcript confirming active enrollment.

Nice To Haves

• Junior class standing or above.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Sports Management, Communications, Broadcasting, Business, Journalism, Media Studies, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in sports production, live event operations, broadcasting, media, or entertainment, and willingness to learn about planning and executing large-scale live sporting events.
• Interest in engineering, technical operations, or a related field.
• Willingness to travel when needed.
• Strong administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the coordination of people, resources, and information needed to execute live events across NBC Sports productions.
• Contribute to projects supporting remote and on-site productions.
• Gain exposure to how major sporting events are planned and to the departments involved in sports broadcasting.
• Support technical crew hiring and scheduling for studio, remote, and Olympics productions, as applicable to placement.
• Assist with planning and execution of remote sports broadcasts, including advance planning, equipment logistics, facilities coordination, and on-site operations, as applicable to placement.

Benefits

• Paid internship.
• Paid company holidays for full-time interns.
• Networking, learning, and development opportunities.
• Complimentary Peacock subscription during the internship.
• Free admission to Universal Parks during the internship.
• Access to mental health resources, including counseling sessions.
• Needs-based financial assistance for transportation and housing may be available to eligible in-person interns.
• Free shuttle service to and from the Metro North Stamford train station and office.
• Discounted admission to Chelsea Piers Athletic Club.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed