Ad Sales Sales & Sales Support Internships - Summer 2027

Nbcuniversal3; Birmingham (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays for full-time interns

Robust networking & learning

Peacock subscription

Free Universal Parks admission

Mental health resources

Housing/transportation assistance (var

I-9/SSN compliance support

Job summary

NBCUniversal is offering a Summer Internship Program designed for students actively enrolled in a degree program who are sophomores or above and eligible to work in the United States. Interns will gain hands-on experience in advertising sales, account management, and client partnerships, while developing skills in data presentation and research.

Interns will work from Detroit, MI, 40 hours per week, with perks including paid holidays for full-time interns, networking opportunities, and access to

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program during the entire duration of the program.
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
• Must be presently authorized to work in the United States and must not require visa sponsorship from NBCUniversal now or in the future.
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week from June 7 - August 13, 2027.
• Must be willing to work in Detroit, MI.
• Candidates on student or exchange visas are not eligible unless they can change status without NBCUniversal sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support research, presentation development, meeting preparation, and account coordination for client projects.
• Assist with advertising sales processes and industry events as part of the Agency and Client Partnerships team.

Skills

Strong communication

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Pursuing a degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Your future in media starts here. The NBCUniversal Summer Internship Program is your chance to help shape what's next in media and entertainment. Whether you're supporting major news coverage, creating content for iconic brands, or contributing to innovative projects, you'll bring your ideas, creativity, and perspective to make an impact throughout your internship.

Beyond your day-to-day role, you'll take part in a thoughtfully designed program focused on career development, building your professional presence, and growing your workplace confidence. Through real-world experience and a community of fellow interns, you'll explore what's possible in this ever changing and exciting industry.

• Paid company holidays for full-time interns.
• 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.
• Financial assistance to offset expenses for transportation and housing may be available on a needs-based basis for eligible in-person interns. More details about eligibility for this assistance will be provided at the time of offer.

Summer 2027 Program Details

Program Dates: June 7 - August 13, 2027

Time Commitment: 40 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need.

Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from Detroit, MI.

Summer 2027 Recruitment Timeline

November 9 - December 4: Applications Open (may close early due to applicant volume) Mid November - Late December : First round video interviews Mid - Late January: Second round interviews Late January - February: Selected candidates receive offers

NBCUniversal Advertising & Partnerships brings together the power of NBCUniversal's iconic brands, premium content, innovative technology, and expansive audiences to create meaningful connections between advertisers and consumers. From entertainment and sports to streaming and digital platforms, our teams work across sales, marketing, insights, data, technology, and creative solutions to develop impactful advertising experiences for brands and partners.

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

• Ad Sales Account Management: The Agency and Client Partnerships team works with major agencies and advertisers to develop strategic, cross-platform marketing solutions across NBCUniversal's portfolio. Interns may support research, presentation development, meeting preparation, account coordination, client projects, and industry events. This opportunity provides exposure to client relationship management and the broader advertising sales process.

Basic Requirements:

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program. Spring 2027 graduates are not eligible for our Summer 2027 internship program.
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
• Must be presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must not require work visa sponsorship from NBCUniversal now or in the future to retain authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week from June 7 - August 13, 2027.
• Must be willing to work in Detroit, MI.
• For further clarification, candidates currently on any student or exchange visa (e.g. F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1) are not eligible to apply unless they will be able to change or adjust to another status that grants work authorization without NBCUniversal sponsorship.

NBCUniversal is an E-Verify company, requiring all employees to have an active Social Security number. Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete I-9 form with Social Security number within 3 days of hire.

Desired Characteristics:

• Students with class standing of junior or above preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Strong interest in advertising sales, account management, client partnerships, or media.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with comfort working with data and presentations.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong research and analytical skills with an interest in supporting client- and agency-facing work.

The hourly rate for student interns is $19.00

As part of our selection process, external candidates may