About the role#
This internship offers a look into the media sales profession. You will work with the NBC and Telemundo owned television stations sales team. You will support a portfolio that includes Peacock, NBC programming, special events, and marketing partnerships serving local and national markets. This is a paid, full-time summer 2027 position based in Chicago.
What you'll do#
- Research business categories and identify emerging brands to generate new leads.
- Navigate digital, mobile, social media, sports, and television platforms to support sales initiatives.
- Create sales and marketing materials, including one-sheets, presentations, recaps, and tracking documents.
- Attend internal and external client meetings, both in-person and virtually.
- Join brainstorming sessions to develop creative marketing solutions for clients.
- Collaborate with programming, marketing, and sales departments to execute partnerships.
- Provide administrative support for daily tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution, with a class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
- Graduation date after May 2027.
- Ability to work from the Chicago office at least four days per week.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future.
- An active Social Security number.
- Strong skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Clear communication, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Majors in Marketing, Business Administration, or Communications are preferred.
- Bilingual English and Spanish skills are a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: Hybrid, with a minimum of four days per week in the office.
- Term: Summer 2027.
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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