Government Affairs Internships – Academic Year 2025-2026

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Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

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.

If you think all the fun only happens in summer, think again! As an NBCUniversal Academic Year intern, you’ll get immersed in exciting work, experience our unique NBCU culture, and feel the real support and guidance for 2 whole semesters. 

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 our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Academic Year interns: 

• Paid time off for mental health, school exams, and personal holidays. 

• Robust networking, learning and development opportunities. 

• Complimentary Peacock subscription during your internship. 

• Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship. 

Academic Year Recruitment Timeline:   

April 21 – May 9: Applications Open (may close early due to applicant volume)  

Early May – Mid June: First round video interviews   

Mid June – Mid July: Second round interviews  

Throughout July: Selected candidates receive offers  

Academic Year Internship Program: 

• Applications Close: May 9th at 11:59pm ET. Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!  

• Program Dates: September 15, 2025 – April 17, 2026 

• Time Commitment: 16-24 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need.  We will do our best to accommodate course schedules. 

• Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from New York, NY.  

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. 

NBCUniversal's Corporate groups are uniquely positioned at the core of our organization.  Employees within these groups use their area of expertise to support all businesses across the company, keeping the heart of each brand at the forefront. There are also business-specific opportunities available, which may be included in the description below.  

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

Government Affairs, East Coast: The State & Local Government Affairs Team develops and executes advocacy plans which advance NBCUniversal’s business priorities and protect operations at the state and local level. The team advocates directly with state and local elected officials on NBCUniversal’s behalf, as well as manages relationships with trade associations, film commissions, and other third-party associations to build support for our overall policy agenda. We cover all policy matters at the state and local level with a focus on expanding economic development opportunities and preserving production-friendly policies. The State & Local Government Affairs Intern will support the bi-coastal team with end-of session reports and strategy-planning for upcoming legislative sessions. The Intern will likely assist with in-person events at 30 Rock with Diplomats and other Elected Officials.      

Basic Requirements: 

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program (September 2025 through April 2026). December 2025 graduates are not eligible for our 2025-2026 Academic Year 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 16-24 hours per week from September 15, 2025 – April 17, 2026.  

• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.  

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.  

• Previous internship or work experience within government, politics, and/or campaign management.    

• Professional presence, including over the phone, in writing, and in person, with the ability to interact with senior executives, diplomats, and government officials.    

• An educational background in any of the following areas: Political Science, Government, English, History, Communications, or other related majors.    

• Strong interest in the media industry.    

• Ability to multitask and highly organized.  

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).    

The hourly rate for student interns is $17.50. 

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 [email protected].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU intern, your internship and the responsibilities associated with it may transition to SpinCo in the future. You will be joining at an exciting and pivotal time for the business as it evolves.