Saturday Night Live Internships – Academic Year
About The Position
As an NBCUniversal Academic Year intern, you’ll work on real projects, be part of our collaborative culture, and get the support you need to grow - across two full semesters. Our Internship Program is all about impact, giving you the chance to contribute to meaningful work while building skills that matter. If you’re curious, driven, and excited about media, entertainment, and technology, we provide an environment designed to help you learn and grow every day. The program runs from September 21, 2026, to May 23, 2027, requiring 24-32 hours per week, and is located in New York, NY. Saturday Night Live is NBC’s Emmy Award-winning late-night comedy showcase, entering its 52nd season, known for launching careers and influencing contemporary comedy. Areas of placement may include General Production, Film Unit, Music, Casting, Photo, Talent, Weekend Update, and Script.
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 24-32 hours per week from September 21, 2026 – May 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.
- 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.
- Passion for television entertainment space.
- Commitment to building an inclusive work environment.
- Ability to multitask and highly organized.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Professional and composed in high visibility environments.
- Previous internship experience within a corporate setting.
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.
- All internships being paid.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
