Government Affairs Internships - Summer 2027

Nbcuniversal3; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Networking & development

Peacock subscription

Universal Parks admission

Mental health resources

Travel & housing assistance

Job summary

NBCUniversal invites students to join its Summer Internship Program in New York, offering hands-on exposure in media and entertainment. Interns will contribute to real projects, participate in career development activities, and build professional presence within a major media company.

All internships are paid, with additional benefits such as networking opportunities, Peacock subscription, Park access, and potential housing/transport assistance based on need.

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program during the entire duration of the internship.
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
• Must be presently authorized to work in the United States during the internship.
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week from June 7 to August 13, 2027.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional presence

Public speaking

Education

Enrolled in accredited degree program

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.

In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Summer 2027 interns:

• 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 New York, NY.

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

NBCU Corporate groups are uniquely positioned at the core of our organization. Employees within these groups use their area of expertise to support all businesses across the company, keeping the heart of each brand at the forefront.

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

Government Affairs, East Coast: The State & Local Government Affairs Team develops and executes advocacy plans which advance NBCUniversal's business priorities and protect operations at the state and local level. The team advocates directly with state and local elected officials on NBCUniversal's behalf, as well as manages relationships with trade associations, film commissions, and other third‑party associations to build support for our overall policy agenda. We cover all policy matters at the state and local level with a focus on expanding economic development opportunities and preserving production‑friendly policies. The State & Local Government Affairs Intern will support the bi‑coastal team with end‑of session reports and strategy‑planning for upcoming legislative sessions.

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 New York, NY.
• 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.
• Previous internship or work experience within government, politics, and/or campaign management.
• Professional presence, including over the phone, in writing, and in person, with the ability to interact with senior executives, diplomats, and government officials.
• An educational background in any of the following areas: Political Science, Government, English, History, Communications, or other related majors.
• Strong interest in the media industry.
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