About the role#
The NBC 4 New York Marketing & Digital Design internship offers hands-on experience within the local media division. Interns work across Creative Services and Sales & Marketing departments to support promotional campaigns, research initiatives, and event activations. This is a full-time, paid summer program designed to provide professional development within the entertainment industry.
What you'll do#
- Shadow promotion producers and graphic designers through the full lifecycle of promotional content, from initial brainstorm to final completion.
- Assist the production team during shoots.
- Build and maintain PowerPoint presentations.
- Gather and update content for the Sales & Marketing portfolio.
- Support Account Executives and the marketing team by preparing research and rating reports.
- Help with the execution of event activations.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution, with a minimum of 30 credits completed (sophomore standing or above).
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Academic background in Journalism, Communications, English, Media Studies, Marketing, Finance, or related fields.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere.
- Knowledge of typography, color theory, and composition for digital media.
- Experience with video editing and familiarity with social media platforms.
- Strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and clear communication abilities.
- Previous internship experience in a corporate setting is preferred.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, NY
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7 to August 13)
- Commitment: 40 hours per week
- Modality: On-site
- Note: Spring 2027 graduates are not eligible for this program.
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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