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See yourself at NBCU! Be a part of our intern community, a group of curious and passionate trailblazers who we believe are the future of our industry.

The NBCUniversal Internship Program allows students to unlock their potential by contributing to big projects in meaningful ways that matter. To thrive as an NBCU intern, you are ready to bring your passion for media, entertainment, and technology along with your desire to learn each day.

In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Summer 2026 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.

+ At our Universal City office interns will have access to the NBCUCommutes program, which provides fully subsidized transit passes to full-time lower lot employees, good for unlimited rides on all Metro bus and rail, such as the Metro Red Line.

Summer 2026 Recruitment Timeline:

November 10 – December 5: 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

Summer 2026 Internship Program:

+ Applications Close: December 5th at 11:59pm ET. Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!

+ Program Dates: June 1 – August 7, 2026

+ 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 Universal City, CA.

To Apply:

+ Submit a one-page resume that outlines your work experience, accomplishments, and your graduation month and year.

+ Submit a cover letter that highlights your passion for NBCUniversal, the locations (listed below) you are open to for internships, and your top areas of interest (opportunities listed below).

+ Upload a transcript (unofficial transcripts are fine) that confirms your status as an actively enrolled student in a degree-granting program.

Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) globally drives the expansion and elevation of NBCUniversal’s iconic collection of brands, intellectual properties, characters, and stories based on the company’s extensive portfolio of properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation, and NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. The division executes this through innovative physical and digital products, engaging retail and product experiences across our expansive global theme park destinations (for both owned and third-party IP), location-based venues, e-commerce product platforms, and retailers around the world. Along with global brand strategy and creative, UP&E’s three lines of business include Consumer Products, Games and Digital Platforms, and Theme Parks Products & Retail. UP&E is a division of Universal Destinations & Experiences, part of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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

+ Design, Fashion Lifestyle Studio: Lifestyle is responsible for developing and executing long-term business strategies for the Fashion and Living categories that leverage the richness of NBCUniversal’s entertainment content. The intern will support the team that identifies the best partners, negotiates agreements, drives innovative, high-quality product ranges, prepares quarterly forecasts, and actively sells cohesive, story-driven merchandise programs.

+ Design, Toy Product Design Studio: The Toy Intern will help deliver the best product play experience for our consumers through unique and innovative play. This team is looking for an individual with strong conceptual thinking across product categories. The candidate will have great illustration and product design skills, demonstrate proactiveness about creating and sharing new ideas, possess a passion for discovering innovative solutions, and consistently seek creative ways to tackle challenges.

+ Global Brand Strategy & Creative: This graphic design intern supports the Global Brand Creative group with onsite day-to-day support including collaborating and brainstorming on creative with team across multiple Universal franchises (animated & live action) in alignment with notable style guide projects inclusive of Design, Branding and Packaging, and Retail.

Basic Requirements:

+ Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program. Spring 2026 graduates are not eligible for our Summer 2026 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 1 – August 7, 2026.

+ Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA.

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.

+ Familiarity with standard software (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Keynote).

+ Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop on Mac platforms.

+ Experience or interest in 3D design programs such as Blender, ZBrush, or Adobe Substance 3D is a plus.

+ Traditional drawing and painting skills are essential.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.

+ Strong drawing skills.

+ Proactive and collaborative mindset with a passion for innovation.

+ Ability to communicate ideas clearly through sketches and presentations.

The hourly rate for student interns is $19.00.

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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 [email protected].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU intern, your internship and the responsibilities associated with it may transition to Versant in the future. You will be joining at an exciting and pivotal time for the business as it evolves.