Advertising & Program Standards Internships – Academic Year

Company Description

If you think all the fun only happens in summer, think again! NBCUniversal has expanded our Academic Year Internship Program. As an Academic Year intern, you’ll get immersed in exciting work, experience our unique NBCU culture, and feel the real support and guidance for 2 whole semesters. 

The NBCUniversal Internship Program allows students to unlock their potential by contributing to big projects in meaningful ways that matter. To thrive as an NBCU intern, you are ready to bring your passion for media, entertainment, and technology along with your desire to learn each day. 

In addition to our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Academic Year interns: 

• Paid time off for mental health, school exams, and personal holidays. 
• Robust networking, learning and development opportunities. 
• Complimentary Peacock subscription during your internship. 
• Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship. 
• Access to mental health resources including counseling sessions. 
• At our Universal City office interns will have access to the NBCUCommutes program, which offers free Metro fares and discounted Metrolink/Vanpool/Lyft trips. 

Academic Year Recruitment Timeline:   

• April 8 – April 26: Applications Open (may close early due to applicant volume)  
• Mid April – Late May: First round video interviews   
• Early – Mid June: Second round interviews  
• Late June – Early July: Selected candidates receive offers  

Job Description

Academic Year Internship Program: 

• Applications Close: April 26th at 11:59pm ET. Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!  
• Program Dates: September 16, 2024 – April 18, 2025. 
• Time Commitment: 16-24 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need.  We will do our best to accommodate course schedules. 
• Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from Universal City, CA. 

To Apply: 

• Submit a one-page resume that outlines your work experience, accomplishments, and your graduation month and year. 
• Submit a cover letter that highlights your passion for NBCUniversal, the locations (listed below) you are open to for internships, and your top areas of interest (opportunities listed below). 
• Upload a transcript (unofficial transcripts are fine) that confirms your status as an actively enrolled student in a degree-granting program. 
   

Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to: 

• Advertising & Program Standards – West Coast: NBCUniversal’s Advertising and Program Standards Department is responsible for reviewing advertisements and program content that airs across NBCUniversal’s TV & Streaming properties including Bravo, E!, NBC, Oxygen, Peacock, SyFy, Telemundo, Universal Kids, and USA to ensure compliance with internal and external standards. We review scripted, unscripted, and live entertainment programming to provide guidance on issues such as the depiction of sexual material, nudity, violence, language/dialogue, use of drugs, alcohol, and the avoidance of negative stereotypes. The department also reviews advertisements to ensure compliance with FTC, FCC and FDA guidelines and internal guidelines, standards and policies. In this internship, you will be exposed to Standards across NBCUniversal’s TV & Streaming business and will have the opportunity to work with our entire department. 

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: 

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program (September 2024 through April 2025). December 2024 graduates are not eligible for our 2024-2025 Academic Year Program. 
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits). 
• Must be authorized to work in the United States throughout the entire duration of the internship (September 2024 to April 2025). Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 
• Must be available to work 16-24 hours per week from September 16, 2024 to April 18, 2025.  
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA. 

Desired Characteristics: 

• Students with class standing of junior or above preferred. 
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. 
• Student pursuing a degree in a related industry such as Advertising, Communications, Risk Management, Pre-Law, Media, Business, English, History, Marketing, or Entertainment. 
• Strong interest in children’s programming a plus.