Advertising & Partnerships Sales And Sales Support Internships – Academic Year

Advertising & Partnerships Sales and Sales Support Internships – Academic Year

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.

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

Looking to ace your upcoming academic year? As an NBCUniversal Academic Year intern, you'll work on real projects, be part of our collaborative culture, and get the support you need to grow - across two full semesters. Our Internship Program is all about impact, giving you the chance to contribute to meaningful work while building skills that matter. If you're curious, driven, and excited about media, entertainment, and technology, we provide an environment designed to help you learn and grow every day.

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

• Paid time off for mental health, academic exams, and personal holidays.
• Robust networking, learning and professional development opportunities.
• Complimentary Peacock subscription for the duration of the internship.
• Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship.
• Access to mental health resources, including counseling sessions.

Academic Year Internship Program Details

Program Dates: September 21, 2026 – April 23, 2027

Time Commitment: 16-24 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need. We will do our best to accommodate course schedules.

Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from New York, NY.

Academic Year Recruitment Timeline

April 20: Applications open

May 8: Applications close at 11:59pm ET (we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible – applications may close earlier due to applicant volume!)

Early May – Mid June: First round video interviews

Mid June – Mid July: Second round interviews

Throughout July: Selected candidates receive offers

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 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.

The Advertising & Partnerships division is a multifaceted organization that connects the content portfolio of NBCUniversal to advertisers, brand partners, and consumers. The division is broken out broadly into five core business areas: Ad Sales , which manages relationships with agencies and businesses of all sizes; Advertising Product & Solutions , which develops, operationalizes, and scales the products and solutions that enable innovation, automation, and performance across our ad sales ecosystem; Strategy which uses research and data to guide big-picture decisions across content and advertising; Enterprise Marketing & Communications , which manages NBCUniversal's brand and storytelling across the marketplace, and Platform Monetization , which owns and optimizes the entire Pitch-to-Pay process, from building and pricing innovative plans to delivering industry-leading customer service, and driving growth through upsells and renewals. Together, these groups combine to support the division's mission to be the industry's most valuable partner for maximizing media effectiveness for clients of all sizes.

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

Sales Drives advertising and revenue across NBCU's linear, streaming, and social platforms by managing client and agency relationships, developing new business, and supporting the full sales process, advertising strategy, and cross-department collaboration.

Center of Excellence (COE) Enhances effectiveness across Ad Sales by developing best practices, tools, and expertise that improve efficiency, innovation, and consistency. The CoE streamlines processes and equips teams with the skills and resources to sell priority products effectively, fostering a culture of continuous growth and long-term business success.

Client Team Builds strong relationships with clients and aligns their business goals with NBCU's full portfolio of media assets. By collaborating across Sales, Marketing, Research, and Strategy, the team delivers custom solutions that drive client results and NBCU revenue, positioning NBCU as a strategic partner rather than just a media vendor.

Business Operations & Services Supports the full advertising lifecycle—from campaign setup to billing—by working closely with Sales, Planning, and Finance to ensure accurate invoicing, manage account details, and resolve issues. These teams play a critical role in keeping campaigns running smoothly and delivering timely, accurate service across NBCU's platforms.

Strategy Uses research and data to guide big-picture decisions across content and advertising. By analyzing audience behavior, industry trends, and streaming performance (especially for Peacock), the team informs smarter sales strategies, innovative ad solutions, and stronger connections between brands and viewers.

Platform Monetization Leads and enhances the full Pitch-to-Pay lifecycle—spanning the creation and pricing of innovative offerings, seamless execution, and best-in-class customer support. The team plays a critical role in accelerating revenue growth through strategic upselling and renewals, while continuously improving the client experience. Together, these efforts position the division as a trusted, high-impact partner dedicated to maximizing media effectiveness for clients of every size.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program (September 2026 through April 2027). December 2026 graduates are not eligible for this Academic Year 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 16-24 hours per week from September 21, 2026 – April 23, 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.
• Excel and Outlook proficiency.
• Interest of campaign management and client services.
• Inquisitive and eager to learn.
• For Strategy: Familiarity with statistical analysis tools like R, SPSS and/or SAS preferred.
• For Project Management: Currently pursuing a degree in business, communications, technology, media, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• For Project Management