About the role#
The Government Affairs team manages advocacy plans to advance business priorities and protect operations at the state and local level. You will work with a bi-coastal team that interacts with elected officials, trade associations, and film commissions to support our policy agenda. This role focuses on expanding economic development and maintaining production-friendly policies.
What you'll do#
- Support the team with end-of-session reports.
- Assist with strategy-planning for upcoming legislative sessions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution (sophomore standing or above with at least 30 credits).
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Previous experience in government, politics, or campaign management.
- Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to multitask and maintain high levels of organization.
- Professional communication skills for phone, written, and in-person interactions with executives, diplomats, and officials.
- Educational background in Political Science, Government, English, History, Communications, or a related field.
- Strong interest in the media industry.
- Authorization to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
- Note: Spring 2027 graduates are not eligible for this program.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship located in New York, NY.
- The program runs from June 7 to August 13, 2027.
- You must be available to work 40 hours per week.
About NBCUniversal
NBCUniversal operates as a media and entertainment company based in New York City. It produces film, television, and streaming content through studios like Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation. The company manages various brands including NBC, Telemundo, and Peacock. It also runs theme parks and experiences globally as part of Universal Destinations and Experiences. NBCUniversal functions as a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation and employs over 10,000 people.
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