NBC Sports Olympic Digital & Production Internships – Summer 2027

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.  

• At NBC Sports Headquarters in Stamford, CT, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities including free shuttle service to/from the Metro North Stamford train station and the office, as well as discounted admission to Chelsea Piers Athletic Club. 

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 Stamford, CT. 

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   

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. 

NBC Sports connects audiences to the moments that matter most, serving fans around the clock with world-class live events, insightful studio coverage, and original storytelling. Its premier sports content is showcased across leading linear platforms, NBC, and the Olympic Channel: Home of Team USA, as well as across a robust digital ecosystem, including Peacock. With one of the most expansive portfolios of media rights in the industry, NBC Sports partners with the world’s most iconic sports organizations, including the International Olympic Committee, the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, the NFL, Notre Dame, the Premier League, the NBA, and many others.    

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

• NBCSports.com News Desk: Manages and publishes timely sports content across NBC Sports’ digital platforms, including NBCSports.com, YouTube, the NBC Sports app, GolfChannel.com, and Peacock. The team partners closely with video, editorial, and social teams to deliver accurate and engaging written and video content covering major sports properties. Its work combines digital publishing, editorial judgment, audience engagement, and search optimization to help fans discover the latest NBC Sports coverage 

• NBC Sports Digital Video Production: Creates engaging sports content for NBC Sports’ digital platforms. Working in a collaborative production environment, the team edits highlights and clips, develops graphics, supports studio needs, and manages visual assets. The group partners across production, publishing, and social teams to bring high-quality sports coverage to digital audiences. 

• NBC Sports Features & Original Content: Develops compelling stories for the Olympic Games and NBC Sports’ broader portfolio of premier sports properties. The team produces athlete profiles, documentaries, show opens, branded content, promos, and other creative features that bring audiences closer to athletes and major sporting events. Producers, editors, associate producers, and production assistants collaborate throughout the storytelling process, from researching and organizing materials through production and editing. 

• NBCOlympics.com: Creates, publishes, and manages digital content that connects audiences with Olympic athletes, events, and stories. Its work includes SEO-focused editorial content, athlete biographies, short-form videos, livestream information, and platform support across NBCOlympics.com, Peacock, NBC.com, and NBCSports.com. The team combines editorial storytelling, digital publishing, and real-time event coverage to help fans follow the Olympic Games across NBC’s digital platforms. 

• Olympic Digital Video Production: Produces and publishes video content covering Olympic sports during the Games and throughout the years between them. The team creates event highlights, works with live and archival footage, supports video editing, and develops content plans informed by audience analytics. Its work helps bring memorable Olympic performances and athlete stories to fans across NBC’s digital platforms. 

• NBC Sports Olympic Production: Produces live coverage of Olympic sports, including World Championships, National Championships, and other major competitions held between the Games. The group also works toward long-term editorial and production goals in preparation for each Olympic Games. Its work combines archive research, live-event production, storytelling, technical operations, and collaboration across control rooms and edit teams. 

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 Stamford, CT. 

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. 

• Interest in sports media, digital content, editorial, video, or television production. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail. 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and manage multiple priorities. 

• Familiarity with digital publishing, content management systems, video editing software such as Avid or Adobe Premiere Pro, or Adobe Photoshop is a plus. 

• Knowledge of and passion for sports, including Olympic sports, is preferred. 

The hourly rate for student interns is $19.00.

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. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

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 www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

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