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

NBCUniversal • New York, NY

2h • Onsite

About The Position

NBCUniversal’s Summer 2027 Internship Program offers students practical experience in media and entertainment, alongside career development, networking, learning, and opportunities to build professional confidence. Universal Television Entertainment programs and markets content across Bravo, NBC, and Peacock, and produces television through Universal Studio Group. Internship placements may include Current Production, Unscripted, and Marketing Production Operations. These opportunities are based in New York, NY, run from June 7 to August 13, 2027, and require 40 hours per week; the exact schedule depends on business needs. The hourly rate is $19.00.

The Current Production, Unscripted placement supports NBC’s Entertainment Group with shows in production. Work may include reviewing episode cuts and providing notes, pulling clips, summarizing hot sheets, preparing entertainment and pop culture trade reports, maintaining departmental grids and lists, and assisting Production Coordinators with ad hoc projects.

The Marketing Production Operations placement supports Universal Television Entertainment by working with Creative, Operations, Technology, and Engineering partners to evaluate and improve creative marketing production processes. Interns may manage platforms, support cross-functional initiatives, document processes, and help ensure smooth execution across marketing production.

Applicants must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution throughout the program; Spring 2027 graduates are not eligible. Applicants must have sophomore standing or above (at least 30 credits), be authorized to work in the United States without current or future NBCUniversal visa sponsorship, be available for 40 hours per week during the program dates, and be willing to work in New York, NY. Junior standing or above and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher are preferred.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution throughout the internship; Spring 2027 graduates are ineligible.
• Sophomore or higher class standing, with at least 30 credits.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the United States and not require NBCUniversal work visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Available to work 40 hours per week from June 7 through August 13, 2027.
• Willing to work in New York, NY.

Nice To Haves

• Junior or higher class standing preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above preferred.
• Strong interest in entertainment, particularly television and streaming content, including scripted, unscripted, or genre programming.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including summarizing information and contributing ideas.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with guidance.
• Comfort working 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, including Word/Docs, Excel/Sheets, and PowerPoint/Slides.
• Familiarity with creative, editing, or media tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva is a plus, but not required.
• Interest in inclusive storytelling, content creation, or talent development within media and entertainment.

Responsibilities

• For Current Production, Unscripted: review episode cuts and provide notes.
• For Current Production, Unscripted: pull clips for producers and summarize hot sheets.
• For Current Production, Unscripted: create entertainment and pop culture trade reports.
• For Current Production, Unscripted: maintain departmental grids and lists.
• For Current Production, Unscripted: support Production Coordinators with ad hoc projects.
• For Marketing Production Operations: work with Creative, Operations, Technology, and Engineering partners to evaluate and improve creative marketing production processes.
• For Marketing Production Operations: manage various platforms, support cross-functional initiatives, document processes, and help ensure smooth execution across marketing production.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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