Telemundo Chicago News Intern – Summer 2027

NBCUniversal•Chicago, IL

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Telemundo Chicago News intern works side-by-side with producers and news reporters, in close collaboration with NBC Chicago News. The role is suited to someone curious and persistent who enjoys uncovering new facts, tackling unfamiliar sources and resources, and pivoting between stories as needed. The internship is part of NBCUniversal’s Summer 2027 Internship Program and is paid at an hourly rate of $17.05. It is designated hybrid, with a minimum of four days per week generally contributing from the Chicago office. Applicants must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program throughout the program period, June through August 2027. Recent graduates and May 2027 graduates are not eligible. Applicants must be sophomores or above with at least 30 credits, be at least 18 years old, be authorized to work for any U.S. employer without requiring NBCUniversal sponsorship, and be willing to work in Chicago, Illinois. Applications close December 4, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CT. Applicants must submit a one-page résumé and a transcript confirming active enrollment.

Requirements

Be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution for the entire program period, June 2027 through August 2027; May 2027 graduates are ineligible.
Have current class standing of sophomore or above, with at least 30 credits.
Be at least 18 years old.
Be presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and not require work visa sponsorship from NBCUniversal now or in the future.
Be willing to work in Chicago, Illinois.
Submit a one-page résumé outlining work experience, accomplishments, and graduation month and year.
Upload a transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted) confirming active enrollment in a degree-granting program.
Have strong reading and writing ability in English and Spanish.
Be able to work effectively in a high-intensity environment, often under tight deadlines.
Have strong written and oral communication skills.
Have attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Have a strong interest in and demonstrated knowledge of current affairs.
Have excellent computer skills, especially search skills.

Responsibilities

Participate in the daily editorial process, including planning, researching, analyzing documents, making calls to track down stories, and researching tips and ideas.
Talk to viewers and tipsters in Spanish and English.
Help with numbers and statistics.
Track down video and log tapes.
Assist with web articles in Spanish and English.
Pre-interview and field produce.