Telemundo 44 DC News Internships – Summer 2027
At a glance
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Work type
- Onsite
- Start
- Summer 2027
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
NBCUniversal Summer Internship Program in Washington, DC (June 7 – August 13, 2027), 40 hours/week, in-person internships across News, Digital, and Community Affairs/Brand Marketing. Paid internships with additional benefits (holidays, networking, Peacock subscription, park admission, mental health resources, potential needs-based housing/transport assistance).
Location: Washington, DC, us Employment Type: {'id': 'intern', 'label': 'Intern'}
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.
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
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.
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 Washington DC.
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.
NBCUniversal Local is NBCUniversal’s local media division that delivers English and Spanish-speakers and bilingual audiences in 31 U.S. markets and Puerto Rico, the very best in local sports, news, weather, consumer and investigative reporting, and lifestyle entertainment across any platform and screen. NBCUniversal Local is comprised of three individual media groups including the NBC Owned Television Stations, the NBC Sports Regional Networks and the Telemundo Station Group. NBCUniversal Local’s stations and networks serve diverse audiences and communities across linear, streaming, OTT, digital web, mobile and audio, and cable platforms and work together to keep local audiences informed anytime and anywhere.
Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to
News
Participate in daily editorial process: planning, researching, newsgathering, logging, writing and editing
Learn editorial and technical aspects of news gathering
Shadow producers and assignment editors
Produce individual news stories for demo reels and online
Participate in studio anchor session
Research view calls and tips and assist on the assignment desk
Digital
Pitch, report and write news and features
Pitch, shoot and edit packaged video pieces for social media platforms in conjunction with the Digital staff and on-air reporters
Identify opportunities for interaction on social media platforms with live conversations between reporters and story sources
Cut video from linear shows for use on websites, apps and social media
Identify opportunities for graphics and data visualization
Shadow digital editors, TV producers, assignment desk editors and others
Community Affairs & Brand Marketing
Assist with planning community meetings and receptions for 50-100 people
Refresh stations’ partner and influencer lists
Research feature opportunities for community segments and shows
Write engaging solution-focused articles for station websites
Assist with planning and set up of dynamic live shots in the community
Spanish language writing and speaking proficiency a plus
Qualifications
Basic Requirements
Must be actively enrolled in