Company Description

See yourself at NBCU! Be a part of our intern community, a diverse 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 2025 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.   

Summer 2025 Recruitment Timeline:   

November 4 – December 6: 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  

Job Description

Summer 2025 Internship Program: 

Applications Close: December 6th at 11:59pm ET. Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!  Program Dates: June 2 – August 8, 2025 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 Minneapolis, MN. 

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.     

NBC Sports connects people to the moments that matter most and serves sports fans 24/7 with premier live events, insightful studio shows, and compelling original programming. The sports media company presents premier content across linear platforms NBC, USA Network, Golf Channel, and Olympic Channel: Home of Team USA, as well numerous digital sites, including Peacock. It also consists of NBC Sports Next, a subdivision of NBC Sports and home to all NBCUniversal digital applications in sports and technology within its three groups: Youth & Recreational Sports, Golf, and Betting & Gaming. NBC Sports possesses an unparalleled collection of media rights agreements, partnering with some of the most prestigious sports properties in the world: the International Olympic Committee and United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, the NFL, NASCAR, INDYCAR, PGA TOUR, Notre Dame, The R&A, PGA of America, USGA, Churchill Downs, Premier League, Tour de France, Roland-Garros, and many more.   

NBC Sports Next is a subdivision of NBC Sports and home to all NBCUniversal digital applications in sports and technology within its three groups: Youth & Recreational Sports, Golf, and Betting, Gaming & Emerging Media. NBC Sports Next is fueled by its mission to innovate, create larger-than-life events and connect with sports fans through technology to provide the ultimate in immersive experiences.   

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

SportsEngine Sales – this internship will provide valuable insights into the world of sales and the opportunity to learn and develop essential skills in prospecting, lead generation, product demonstrations, and customer engagement. As a sales intern, you will work closely with our experienced sales team to support various sales initiatives and contribute to the overall sales strategy. 

Account Management – The SportsEngine Account management team oversees 30,000 customers across all sports including Swim, Hockey, Volleyball, Soccer, Baseball among others. Our goal is customer success and assist youth sports administrators with registration, payment collection, teams creation, rostering and scheduling. Ultimately helping facilitate the play for hundred's of thousands of athletes across North America and the United Kingdom

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: 

Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program (June 2025 through August 2025). May 2025 graduates are not eligible for our Summer 2025 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 willing to work in Minneapolis, MN. 

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. Demonstrate a sense of urgency and ownership thinking Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills Demonstrated time-management skills A desire to learn about technology daily Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of customers; specifically, be able to provide clear understanding of technical issues and coach the customer through steps to resolution 

The hourly rate for undergraduate student interns is $17.50 

The hourly rate for graduate student interns is $18.50. 

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.

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