NBC News Internship
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Job Description
About NBCUniversal Internship Program
NBCUniversal offers a paid internship program designed for students passionate about media, entertainment, and technology. This program allows interns to contribute to impactful projects and learn from industry professionals.
Benefits:
• Paid: All internships are paid.
• Paid company holidays: For full-time interns.
• Networking & development: Robust opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Peacock subscription: Free during the internship.
• Universal Parks admission: Free during the internship.
• Mental health resources: Access to counseling sessions.
• Financial assistance: May be available for transportation and housing on a needs-based basis for in-person interns.
Timeline:
• Applications open: November 4 – December 6 (may close early due to applicant volume).
• First round video interviews: Mid-November – Late December.
• Second round interviews: Mid-Late January.
• Offer notifications: Late January – February.
Job Description: NBC News Internship – Chicago
Location: Chicago, IL
Program Dates: June 2 – August 8, 2025
Time Commitment: 40 hours per week (schedule determined based on business needs).
Description:
This internship provides the opportunity to support coverage of the Midwest region for NBC’s flagship broadcast network shows, including *TODAY• and *NIGHTLY NEWS*, as well as cable and online platforms like *MSNBC• and *NBC News Now*.
Responsibilities:
• Provide editorial support to the NBC news assignment desk, including:
• Making phone calls.
• Booking interviews.
• Logging press conferences.
• Assist producers with location support, including:
• Booking travel.
• Scouting live shot positions.
• Pitch, research, and develop stories for various platforms.
Qualifications:
Basic Requirements:
• Actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire program duration (June 2025 – August 2025).
• May 2025 graduates are not eligible.
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without requiring work visa sponsorship from NBCUniversal.
• Willingness to work in Chicago, IL.
Desired Characteristics:
• Class standing of junior or above preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Strong interest in the media industry.
• Commitment to building an inclusive work environment.
• Previous internship experience and on-campus involvement.
• Strong interest and knowledge of current affairs.
• Desired majors: Journalism or Broadcast Journalism, Digital/New Media Studies, Communications, Production.
hourly Rate: $17.50
