Universal Television Entertainment Production, Development & Programming Internships – Summer 2027

NBCUniversal • Universal City, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

NBCUniversal’s Summer Internship Program offers students hands-on experience in media and entertainment, alongside career development, networking, and learning opportunities. Universal Television Entertainment programs and markets content across Bravo, NBC, and Peacock, and produces television through Universal Studio Group. Internship placements may be in areas including Campaign Project Management, Casting, Creative Acquisitions, Production & Operations, Scripted Programming, Television & Streaming Inclusion, UGT Creative Development and Current Programming, Unscripted Content, UTE Programming Content Acquisitions, and UTV Programming & Creative. Depending on placement, interns may support campaign and production operations, research talent and creative material, review scripts and cuts, track submissions and project information, prepare materials and reports, contribute to development and programming work, and provide administrative support.

The program runs from June 7 through August 13, 2027, requires 40 hours per week, and the listed opportunities are based in Universal City, California. The hourly rate is $19.00. Applicants must be enrolled in a degree-granting program throughout the internship; Spring 2027 graduates are ineligible. Applicants must have at least sophomore standing (30 credits), be authorized to work in the United States without current or future NBCUniversal visa sponsorship, and be willing and available to work in Universal City for the program dates and hours. Applications require a one-page resume, cover letter, and transcript.

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 sophomore standing or above (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 Universal City, California.
• Must submit a one-page resume, a cover letter, and a transcript confirming active enrollment.
• Strong interest in entertainment, particularly television and streaming content.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize information and contribute ideas.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with guidance.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• Proactive, motivated, eager to learn, able to take direction, and adaptable to new assignments.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Suite.
• Hourly rate is $19.00.

Nice To Haves

• Junior standing or above is preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Familiarity with creative, editing, or media tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.
• Interest in inclusive storytelling, content creation, or talent development within media and entertainment.
• For Creative Acquisitions placements, a voracious appetite for books and general understanding of the publishing landscape.
• For UTE Programming Content Acquisitions, fluency in media and technology and interest in partner onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Support on-air and off-air campaigns by managing assets and trackers, assisting with press materials, reporting music usage, and pitching promotional content.
• Track talent across current series, read scripts, watch cuts, and curate daily casting news.
• Maintain databases of incoming and outgoing intellectual property submissions; prepare internal memos; read and pitch or pass on prospective material; provide desk and administrative support; conduct research and create presentation decks.
• Participate in project meetings; help manage the internal screening system; review and audit postproduction materials; assist with document review, production spreadsheets, and distribution of production information; coordinate with departments to locate current production information and documents.
• Support scripted programming development and current programming through newsletters, script coverage, creative call and pitch notes, administrative and office support, and other department projects.
• Review project materials and provide feedback; conduct research; support social media, internal communications, and talent development programs.
• Organize submissions; maintain talent lists, writer samples, and tracking grids; track international festival films; review scripts, books, intellectual property, and other materials; provide feedback; participate in submission meetings and log materials.
• Support alternative, formats, and crime/documentary projects through research, development grids, case checks, watching cuts, and creative input on pitches and talent.
• Support post-deal partner relationships and collaborate with NBCUniversal leadership and business teams on partner onboarding and strategic and operational alignment.
• Provide desk coverage, scheduling, call handling, and email support; read scripts and write coverage assessing suitability for television adaptation; update grids and reports; complete a self-guided industry learning project.

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.
• At the Universal City office, full-time lower lot employees can access fully subsidized transit passes for unlimited rides on Metro bus and rail, including the Metro Red Line.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed