Sports Production & Editorial Internships (Sep 2024)

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Your role

Position description:

If you think all the fun only happens in summer, think again! NBCUniversal has expanded its Academic Year Internship Program. As an Academic Year intern, you’ll get immersed in exciting work, experience their 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.

Academic Year Internship Program:

• Program Dates: September 16, 2024 – April 18, 2025  
• Time Commitment: 16-24 hours per week. The exact schedule is to be determined based on business needs. They will do their best to accommodate course schedules. 
• Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from 1 Blachley Road in Stamford, CT.

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

Production & Editorial:

• Digital Video Production - This intern will edit highlights and clip shows in Avid for use across digital platforms, along with assisting studio production needs and requests.  
• Features Production - The award-winning NBC Sports Features unit produces best-in-class content for the Olympic Games and all NBC Sports Group properties. The team crafts compelling sports stories through athlete features, documentaries, show opens, branded content, promos, and a variety of other creative mediums.  
• Graphics Integration - This team is looking for a creative intern who will implement graphic and animated elements for The NBC Sports Group including Network graphics, show packages, event insert graphics, and titles. 
• Olympic Production - This intern will work to produce video content for Olympic sports, both during the Games and between them, and publish that content to NBC’s digital platforms.  
• Olympic Digital Video Production - As a team player, you will join an immensely collaborative environment with the opportunity to work on high-quality sports television projects. The ideal candidate thrives on developing new skills and has an interest or experience in working in sports television production.    
• NBC Sports Programming - The Programming Intern provides support to all divisions within the programming department. Responsibilities range from information gathering and organization to data entry to show screening. The GOLF Programming Intern assists in the following areas: program information, program scheduling, program operations, and international relations.  

Operations:

• Olympic Operations - Under the direction of the SVP, Olympic Operations, the Olympic Operations team is comprised of subgroups of Features Production Management, Games Event Management, and Production Operations.  Collaborating with Olympic partners in Engineering and Production, this group is exposed to all facets of organizing and executing NBC’s broadcast of the Olympic Games. 
• Remote Operations - This team is responsible for supporting Sports productions, focusing on planning, organizing, and executing logistics. Additionally, there is a responsibility to ensure the event(s) budget(s) are upheld for NBC Sports Group. The operations team must be able to quickly and efficiently resolve challenges that arise while partnering with their Production counterparts. The Operations department offers high-level exposure to Sports TV production.
• Technical Logistics - This intern will interact with internal customers at their facility's support window facilitating their support needs with a high level of service and support. This includes production support requests, shipping, shipment tracking, supply distribution, asset management support, and other facility support needs.   

Research & Editorial:

• NBCSports.com News Desk - The intern will play an important role on their team primarily publishing video across various platforms (NBCSports.com, YouTube, NBC Sports app, GolfChannel.com, Peacock, etc.) and updating NBCSports.com with fresh video/written content regularly. Their team is responsible for coordinating with the video team, blog writers, and social team to ensure all video/written content is delivered in a timely and accurate manner, with a focus on SEO and engaging titles.

Training & development

NBCUniversal's training and development program provides enriching experiences, equipping interns with vital skills and knowledge for their future careers. Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and diverse projects, interns gain valuable insights and professional growth, thriving in the dynamic media and entertainment industry.

Salary & benefits

The pay rate for undergraduate student interns is $17.00 per hour.  

In addition to their internships being paid, they will also offer the following for their 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 NBC Sports Headquarters in Stamford, CT, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities including free shuttle service to/from the Metro North Stamford train station and the office, as well as discounted admission to Chelsea Piers Athletic Club. 

Career progression

At NBCUniversal, as an intern, you'll receive valuable hands-on experience across departments, fostering essential skills and a robust professional network through mentorship and challenging projects. Excelling in your role may open doors to potential full-time positions, propelling your career within a top-tier media and entertainment company.

Work-life balance

At NBCUniversal, work-life balance is prioritized through personalized flexible work models. Embrace the best of both worlds with hybrid work options, combining the energy of the office and the convenience of remote work. Tailor your schedule and enjoy flexible leave to meet personal obligations and recharge when necessary.

Culture & vibe

At NBCUniversal, "Here you can" is more than just a tagline; it's ingrained in their DNA. They invite those seeking excitement, challenges, and opportunities to join them. Embracing diverse cultures and backgrounds, they share positive role models, inspire success stories, and promote dialogue on various platforms, creating impactful content that enriches lives.

About you

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 their 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 Stamford, CT. 

Desired characteristics: 

• Students with class standing of junior or above preferred. 
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

Information for international students attending U.S. universities:

To participate in NBCUniversal’s 2024-2025 Academic Year internship program, you must confirm at the time of the interview that you will be able to provide US work authorization documentation for the entire duration of the internship. Since the NBCU Academic Year Internship Program spans the traditional “Fall” and “Spring” semesters, you should talk to the DSO at your school’s International Students Services Office about your need to apply for CPT work authorization twice to ensure you are authorized to work both semesters and throughout the entirety of the program.

How to apply

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.

Academic Year Recruitment Timeline:

• Mid-April – Late May: First round video interviews   
• Early – Mid-June: Second-round interviews  
• Late June – Early July: Selected candidates receive offers

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• nbcunicareers.com/find-a-job
• nbcunicareers.com/benefits
• youtube.com/nbc