Chicago Today Intern - Summer 2024

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

NBCUniversal internships are true learning and growth opportunities that help set students up for an exciting future career in media. We are committed to developing early career talent, and we are focused on helping our interns realize their potential and their dreams.

NBCU interns are a diverse and curious community of innovators and trailblazers. They bring their passion for media, entertainment, and technology along with their desire to learn each day. They contribute to our vast and diverse portfolio of businesses in hands-on ways that matter. We provide a program full of opportunities for professional development, leadership exposure, connection, networking, and fun.

In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Summer 2023 interns:

• Paid company holidays for full-time interns.
• Robust networking, learning and development opportunities for all interns

Get hands-on experience in how to plan and execute a daily Chicago Lifestyle Show.

Intern will work side by side with producers in researching story ideas, local activities, and citizens of note. You'll be tasked with research and gathering content, among other responsibilities. You'll also be giving opportunities to pitch show ideas, edit, write, and eventually produce your own segment on our show. This internship will help you develop your ability to see individual stories and a whole show come together, grow your writing and editorial judgment, as well as absorb a tremendous amount of production knowledge. There will also be opportunities to help with field shots.

Summer 2024 Internship Program:

• Applications Close: March 1, 2024 at 11:59 pm CT.Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible - don't delay! 
• Program Dates:  June 3 - August 9, 2024
• Internships at NBCUniversal are paid and do not require course credit

To Apply: 

• Submit a one-page resume that outlines your work experience, accomplishments, and your graduation month and year
• Upload a transcript (unofficial transcripts are fine) that confirms your status as an actively enrolled student in a degree-granting program 
• Recent graduates will NOT be eligible for this program

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the length of the program and be able to provide documentation to confirm your degree progress
• Studying journalism/media

• Basic video editing skills
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits)
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship by NBCUniversal
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as a hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week
• Must be willing to work in Chicago, IL

Desired Characteristics:

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
• Students with class standing of junior or above preferred
• Must have strong writing ability, good content judgment, creativity and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

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