Universal Television Entertainment Studio Finance Transformation Internship – Academic Year
About The Position
NBCUniversal is a leading media and entertainment company that creates and distributes world-class content across film, television, and streaming, and brings it to life through global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. The company owns and operates entertainment and news brands including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, Bravo, and Peacock. NBCUniversal produces and distributes filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner. The company also operates theme parks worldwide through Universal Destinations & Experiences. This Academic Year Internship Program offers students the opportunity to work on real projects, contribute to meaningful work, and build valuable skills within a collaborative culture. Universal Television Entertainment is responsible for world-class television entertainment, programming content across Bravo, NBC, and Peacock, and producing over 3,000 hours of television annually through Universal Studio Group. The Studio Transformation team collaborates with Studio Finance, Technology, and Business stakeholders to modernize financial processes, systems, and ways of working across the Studio organization. This team focuses on strategy, finance, technology, and execution, leading initiatives to improve data quality, operational efficiency, governance, and decision-making. The intern will work closely with the Studio Transformation leadership team, providing support in project management, business analysis, documentation, and stakeholder coordination for various initiatives, including modernization programs, finance automation efforts, AI-enabled pilots, and governance initiatives.
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 16-24 hours per week from September 21, 2026 – April 23, 2027.
- Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA.
- 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.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to break down complex topics.
- Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize information for executive audiences.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple workstreams.
- Curiosity and interest in business transformation, finance, and technology.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, cross functional environment.
- Comfort working with ambiguity and evolving project requirements
- Familiarity with tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, or similar collaboration and productivity platforms.
- Interest in learning about project management, finance operations, and digital transformation in a studio environment.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with project management activities such as tracking milestones, maintaining action logs, preparing status updates, and supporting meeting coordination
- Supporting business analysis and documentation, including process maps, requirements summaries, and executive ready materials
- Helping analyze and synthesize information related to finance transformation projects, system pilots, and process improvement efforts
- Contributing to the preparation of executive readouts, presentations, and dashboards for senior leadership
- Supporting coordination with cross functional partners across Finance, Technology, and Operations
- Assisting with research, data validation, and ad hoc analysis related to active transformation initiatives
- Supporting governance, knowledge sharing, and change enablement efforts tied to Studio Finance modernization and automation programs
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
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
