Job Description

** JOB DESCRIPTION** ** __**

• 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
• Assist with social media
• News writing experience
• In-depth understanding and use of producing vertical video for platforms like Instagram and TikTok
• Proficiency in video editing software like Adobe Premiere
• Knowledge of the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area

Note: Applicants should submit written work samples (links, documents and/or PDFs) along with a resume and cover letter.

Qualifications

** QUALIFICATIONS**

Basic Requirements:

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program (June 2025 – August 2025). May 2025 graduates are not eligible for the Summer 2025 Program.
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States throughout the entire duration of the internship (June 2025 – August 2025). Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Must be available to work 16-24 hours per week
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) both written and verbal
• Must be willing to work in Washington, DC

Desired Characteristics:

Desired Backgrounds Include: Journalism or Broadcast Journalism, Digital/New Media Studies, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Production, English, Social Media, Research.

• Previous internship experience or on-campus involvement
• Ability to work effectively in a high-intensity environment, often under tight deadline pressures
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Strong interest in and demonstrated knowledge of current affairs
• Excellent computer skills (especially search skills)

The hourly rate for student interns is $17.50

Additional Information

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.

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