About the role#
The NBC News Production & Digital Editorial internship offers students the opportunity to contribute to one of the most widely watched news organizations in the world. Interns work directly with reporters and editors to support digital platforms and news coverage. This is a paid, full-time, on-site program based in Universal City, California.
What you'll do#
- Create marketing promotion plans and alerts for top stories.
- Write multiple headline variations to optimize engagement and click-through rates.
- Report and write stories covering pop culture, entertainment, internet trends, and lifestyle news.
- Pitch and contribute original stories for NBCNews.com.
- Assist with breaking news coverage and major pop culture events.
What you'll need#
- Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution for the duration of the internship.
- Current class standing of sophomore or above (minimum 30 credits); junior standing or above is preferred.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current affairs, including politics, social justice, science, sports, and pop culture.
- Strong news judgment and an understanding of what resonates with digital audiences.
- Previous internship experience or campus involvement.
- Eligible majors include Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Digital/New Media Studies, Communications, Political Science, Production, Social Media, and English.
- Must possess an active Social Security number and be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
- Spring 2027 graduates are not eligible for this program.
Location & details#
- Location: Universal City, California.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7 to August 13).
- Commitment: 40 hours per week.
- Modality: On-site.
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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