Telemundo Production Services & Project Management (Sep 2024)

About NBCUniversal

NBCUniversal is a leading media and entertainment company that offers a diverse portfolio of networks, films, theme parks, and digital platforms. With a rich history and global presence, it continues to deliver compelling content and immersive experiences to audiences worldwide, fostering a deep connection with its viewers. Through innovation and creativity, they remain a prominent force in the entertainment industry.

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 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.

NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a world-class media company leading the industry in the production and distribution of high-quality Spanish-language content to U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world.

Academic Year Internship Program:

• Program Dates: September 16, 2024 - April 18, 2025.
• Time Commitment: 20 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 Miami, FL.

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

Ad Sales Partnerships:

• As an Ad Sales and Partnerships Intern, you will experience the process of connecting Ad Sales initiatives to their robust portfolio, providing business partners opportunities that leverage their valuable audiences through compelling content and unique experiences.
• You will work closely with their team to identify new opportunities, build strong relationships, and streamline communication channels.
• You will be exposed to various departments/stakeholders and learn how they collaborate to create new revenue streams for the company.
• You will also be exposed to foundational experience in production coordination, project management, sales operations, and inventory logistics when assisting Telemundo’s shoppable segments.

Project Management:

• Within the Project Management team of Telemundo, you will work closely with Technical Project Managers to deliver end-to-end projects for Telemundo Operations & Technology.
• You will identify areas of process improvements to increase efficiency and quality of service to their clients.
• You will work with other teams to document tools and processes and improve production workflows and efficiency.

Production Services:

• Production Services is a unique environment providing an end-to-end understanding of productions from scripted to daily shows.
• They collaborate with all teams to grow new revenue streams, implement new shows, and maximize Telemundo Center’s capacity.
• You will support the Production Services outreach effort to promote their services on social media. You’ll analyze the market and recommend the positioning of their services.
• Additionally you will keep organized their current catalog of sets, enhance the efficiency of the data collection process, and provide recommendations on website optimization.

Production Management:

• Production Management works with their creative teams providing support to all the ongoing production teams, ensuring smooth operations, and compliance, on time, and within budget.
• Their operation includes 4 Daily Live Shows, Specials like Billboards and Miss Universe, Reality Shows for Telemundo, Unscripted Productions for T-Plus for Peacock, and Scripted Shows for Telemundo Television Studios and Telemundo Streaming Studios.
• You will learn how to create and execute production schedules and review and analyze production budgets and schedules coming from third-party production companies. You will assist the Compliance Production Manager to ensure productions adhere to EHS/OSHA regulations and procedures.

Telemundo Streaming Studios, Unscripted:

• Telemundo Streaming Studios (TSS), a unit of NBCUniversal, produces English and Spanish-language films, documentaries, TV series, and digital content for VOD platforms in Latin America as well as general audiences in the US and around the world.
• This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the entertainment industry, working alongside industry professionals on a variety of exciting projects. Their biggest task at hand is building a slate focused on True Crime, Sports, Music, and character-driven, popular culture stories.
• You will collaborate with the department manager to manage project submissions, and sort, and upload materials to tracking tools, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• This may include video footage, interviews, and other relevant content.
• You will also conduct thorough research on industry trends, current events, and popular culture topics as needed to support department initiatives and project development.

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 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.

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 20 hours per week from September 16, 2024 – April 18, 2025.
• Must be willing to work in Miami, FL.

Desired characteristics:

• Students with class standing of junior or above preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Prior experience tracking and organizing multiple projects.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook. 
• Basic Understanding of Project Management software such as Microsoft Projects, Smartsheet, Monday, or similar.

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