NBC Bay Area - Community Engagement Internship - Fall 2026

NBC Bay Area - Community Engagement Internship – Fall 2026 Intern Business Segment: NBCUniversal Local Compensation: up to USD 18.45 - hourly 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 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. 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 Fall 2026 interns: Robust networking, learning and development opportunities. Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship. Access to mental health resources including counseling sessions. Fall 2026 Recruitment Timeline: July 28 – September 4: Applications Open (may close early due to applicant volume) Mid – Late August: Interviews Mid – Late August: Selected candidates receive offers Fall 2026 Internship Program: Applications Close: September 4, 2026 at 11:59pm ET. Program Dates: September 21– December 18, 2026 Time Commitment: 20 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need. Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from our station in San Jose, CA. Note: Due to applicant volume, submit your application as soon as possible – applications could close earlier due to applicant volume! NBCUniversal Local Stations 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. KNTV Community Engagement: Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing community engagement campaigns, station initiatives, and special events throughout the Bay Area, including occasional weekend activations. Collaborate with News, Marketing, Sales, Creative Services, and other station departments to develop community partnerships, execute strategic initiatives, and create meaningful impact throughout the Bay Area. Build and maintain relationships with nonprofit organizations, community leaders, sponsors, and community partners in support of station initiatives. Coordinate the production of Community Calendar listings, Public Service Announcements (PSAs), and other promotional materials by working with community partners and internal teams. Assist in drafting press materials, media advisories, press releases, and other communications to promote community initiatives, partnerships, and station events. Research community organizations, events, partnership opportunities, and story ideas that align with station priorities. Identify compelling community stories, nonprofit partners, and potential guests for news and community affairs programming. Write PSA scripts, community event articles, newsletters, post-event recaps, social media content, and other digital communications. Capture photography and video, including b-roll, at community events for promotional, editorial, and social media use. Represent NBC Bay Area and Telemundo 48 as a professional and engaging station ambassador at community events. Assist with project management by maintaining event timelines, organizing marketing materials, tracking campaign results, managing department invoices, and supporting day-to-day operations. Gather and distribute on-air news clips and other promotional assets to community partners. Utilize Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and other digital tools to support departmental initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Community Engagement team. Join us in moving the community forward. Gain valuable hands-on experience in community engagement, strategic partnerships, communications, and event planning. Qualifications Basic Requirements: Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program. Recent graduates are not eligible for our internship program. Current class standing of Junior or above. 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 20 hours per week during duration of internship. Must be willing to work in San Jose, 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: Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field preferred. Passion for community engagement, storytelling, and serving diverse communities. Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Self-motivated, collaborative, and eager to learn. Experience with social media, digital content creation, photography, or videography is a plus. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus. Base Salary is $18.45 per hour 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr NBCUniversal Intl.