Product Design Internships – Summer 2027

confidential; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays for interns

Networking and development

Peacock subscription during internship

Free Universal Parks admission

Mental health resources

Transportation/housing stipend (needs‑

Job summary

NBCUniversal offers a paid Summer Internship Program in New York, NY. The Design Intern will collaborate with experienced designers, participate in design workshops, and gain hands-on experience in the product design process.

The role emphasizes learning, experimentation, and applying user-centered design methods. Ideal candidates are pursuing studies in product design or UX/UI, familiar with Figma and the Adobe Creative Suite, and eager to translate user needs into practical design outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program during the entire duration of the internship.
• Sophomore or above (≥30 credits) required.
• Authorized to work in the United States for the entire duration; visa sponsorship not offered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in product design workflows and design workshops.
• Create wireframes and interactive prototypes with guidance from senior staff designer.
• Contribute to the Design System and translate user needs into intuitive design solutions.

Skills

Product design

Wireframes

UX/UI

User research

Education

Product design degree

Human-centered design

Tools

Figma

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Company Description

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 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.

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 ofoffer.

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

Media Group

The Media Group at NBCU supports a powerhouse collection of consumer-first brands including Peacock, NBC, Bravo, NBC Sports, and NBCU International. With unequalled scale, our teams make the most out of every opportunity to collaborate and learn from one another. We’re always looking for ways to innovate faster, accelerate our growth and consistently offer the very best in consumer experience. But most of all, we’re backed by a culture of respect. We embrace authenticity and inspire people to thrive.

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

Commerce, Product Design: We are seeking a curious, creative, and motivated Product Design Intern to join our team. This role offers an opportunity to collaborate with experienced designers, participate in design workshops, contribute to our Design System, and gain practical experience in the product design process. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, comfortable exploring new ideas, and interested in translating user needs into thoughtful, intuitive design solutions. With guidance from a senior staff designer, the intern will have the opportunity to take ownership of a design initiative from initial concept through execution, building practical experience and contributing meaningful value to the team.

Qualifications

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.
• Currently pursuing or recently pursuing studies in product design, human-centered design, interaction design, UX/UI design, or usability research.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Experience creating wireframes, interactive prototypes, or other design artifacts.
• Exposure to usability research, user testing, or other user-centered design methods.
• Interest in exploring the intersection of design and artificial intelligence (AI), including AI-assisted design tools and workflows.
• Experience with Figma, including creating and editing design files, working with components, and organizing design assets.

The hourly rate for student interns is $30.00.

Additional Information

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.