Paid Summer Newsroom Internship - Chicago 2027

Nbcuniversal Media, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Free Universal Parks admission for the

Mental health resources

Transportation and housing aid (needs–

Job summary

NBCUniversal is offering a paid Summer Internship Program in Chicago, IL. Interns will support NBC News and editorial teams, contribute to major news coverage, and work on content for iconic brands.

The program emphasizes career development, professional presence, and workplace confidence, with real-world experience and a community of peers. Dates: June 7 – August 13, 2027; 40 hours/week.

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program during the entire internship duration.
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without NBCUniversal sponsorship.
• Must be willing to work in Chicago, IL and commit to 40 hours per week June 7 – August 13, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Provide editorial support to the NBC News assignment desk: phone calls, booking interviews, logging press conferences.
• Assist producers with location support, including travel bookings and scouting live shot positions.
• Pitch, research, and develop stories for various platforms.

Education

Journalism or Broadcast Journalism, Digital/New Media Studies, Communications

Job description

NBCUniversal is offering a paid Summer Internship Program in Chicago, IL. Interns will support NBC News and editorial teams, contribute to major news coverage, and work on content for iconic brands.

The program emphasizes career development, professional presence, and workplace confidence, with real-world experience and a community of peers. Dates: June 7 – August 13, 2027; 40 hours/week.