Data Science & Analytics Internships - Summer 2026

See yourself at NBCU! Be a part of our intern community, a 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 2026 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.??

At our Universal City office interns will have access to the NBCUCommutes program, which provides fully subsidized transit passes to full-time lower lot employees, good for unlimited rides on all Metro bus and rail, such as the Metro Red Line.

Summer 2026 Recruitment Timeline : ??

November 10 - December 5 : 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?

Summer 2026 Internship Program :

Applications Close : December 5th at 11 : 59pm ET. Pro Tip : Submit your application as soon as possible - applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!

Program Dates : June 1 - August 7, 2026

Time Commitment : 40 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business needs.?

Format : Opportunities listed will require an intern to work in Universal City, CA.

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.

Operations & Technology : (O&T) is a $1B operating cash flow ($1.5B FCF) division of NBCUniversal. The group functions as a global shared service within NBCUniversal performing critical functions including Media, Broadcast and Studio Operations & Production, Content Supply Chain, Information Technology and Engineering, as well as Cyber Security. The group operates from numerous locations around the world, including New York, New Jersey, Los Angeles, Denver, Connecticut, and London.??

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

• West Coast Studio Operations, Global Inventory Planning : Global Inventory Planning is composed of 3 different functional teams : Systems, Inventory and Billing Management. Our group supports the back-of-house operations of the Studio Operations org (Arts, Transportation and Set Lighting and Grip) across all their locations (LA, ATL, IL, NM, NY and UK). This intern will be exposed to all those areas of the org as their focus would be on the Systems. Our Systems Team manages, builds and supports all Operations users in the different systems they use and process enhancements that may require technology such as building visualizations within Power BI of each of the departments' performance matrices.

Basic Requirements :

Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program. Spring 2026 graduates are not eligible for our Summer 2026 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 40 hours per week from June 1 - August 7, 2026.

Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA.

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.

Ability to conduct interviews, document business needs, and translate operational challenges into clear, structured requirements.

Comfortable using tools like Excel, Word, or OneNote to organize findings and track stakeholder input.

Familiarity with Power BI, including building dashboards, creating DAX measures, and designing intuitive visual layouts.

Understanding of data sources and basic data modeling to support accurate and insightful reporting.

Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field, demonstrating a solid foundation in business processes, data handling, and stakeholder engagement.

Preferred coursework in data visualization, operations, or systems analysis.

Experience or academic exposure to Power BI or other business intelligence tools, with familiarity in dashboard creation, data modeling, and visual storytelling.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally, ask thoughtful questions, and document requirements with clarity.

Comfortable presenting ideas and gathering feedback from diverse operational and technical teams.

The hourly rate for student interns is $22.00.

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

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