Creative Marketing Intern, NBCU Local Chicago – Summer 2027

Nbcuniversal Media, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

NBCUniversal Local Chicago is seeking a Creative Marketing Intern for Summer 2027. The role offers hands-on experience in promo and commercial production, script writing, and studio work within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities include assisting producers/editors, attending shoots, script writing, and helping at station events. Hybrid arrangement with four days in-office is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program during the duration (June 2027–Aug 2027).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without NBCUniversal sponsorship.
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
• Must be 18 years or older and willing to work in Chicago, IL.
• Hybrid: office four days per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist producers and editors daily.
• Attend promo and commercial shoots.
• Assist in writing scripts when needed.
• Help on station events when needed.
• Other production functions as needed.

Skills

Script writing

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Lighting basics

Graphics production

DSLR shooting

Client interaction

Editing

Fast-paced environment

Previous internship experience

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Photoshop

Job description

Creative Marketing Intern, NBCU Local Chicago – Summer 2027

• Intern
• Business Segment: NBCUniversal Local

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Telemundo Chicago/NBC 5 is seeking interns who have a strong interest in promo and commercial production.

If you are a team player looking to get hands-on experience in video production and interested in experimenting with what it is like to be part of a creative team and a supportive team of producers/editors, then this is the internship for you.

Responsibilities:

• Assist producers and editors daily
• Attend promo and commercial shoots
• Assist in writing scripts when needed
• Help on station events when needed
• Other production functions as needed

Summer 2027 Internship Program:

• Applications Close: December 4, 2026, at 11:59 pm CT. Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible – don't delay!
• Recent graduates will NOT be eligible for this program
• Internships at NBCUniversal are paid and do not require course credit

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program (June 2027 through August 2027. May 2027 graduates are not eligible for our Summer 2027 Internship Program.
• 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 toretain authorization to work in the United States.
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be willing to work in Chicago, IL
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week

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
• Ability in writing scripts
• Knowledge of basic lighting
• Experience in editing on Adobe Premiere Pro
• Knowledge of Graphics production
• Knowledge in aftereffects and experience working with clients are a big plus
• Knowledge in shooting with DSLR cameras
• Knowledge of Photoshop
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Previous Internship Experience

The hourly rate for student interns is $17.05

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].