Focus Features Marketing & Publicity Internships - Academic Year
NBC Universal, California, MO, United States
Job Description
Looking to ace your upcoming academic year? As an NBCUniversal Academic Year intern, you'll work on real projects, be part of our collaborative culture, and get the support you need to grow - across two full semesters. Our Internship Program is all about impact, giving you the chance to contribute to meaningful work while building skills that matter. If you're curious, driven, and excited about media, entertainment, and technology, we provide an environment designed to help you learn and grow every day.
In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Academic Year interns:
Paid time off for mental health, academic exams, and personal holidays.
Robust networking, learning and professional development opportunities.
Complimentary Peacock subscription for the duration of the internship.
Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship.
Access to mental health resources, including counseling sessions.
Academic Year Internship Program Details Program Dates:
September 21, 2026 - April 23, 2027
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 Universal City, CA.
Academic Year Recruitment Timeline
April 20: Applications open
May 8: Applications close at 11:59pm ET (we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible - applications may close earlier 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
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.
Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to:
Brand Marketing:
intern will support team with global oversight of all brand components for franchise/event film launches, leading implementation of worldwide brand strategy and collaborate with divisions to optimize brands and business goals
Creative Advertising:
intern will support the team that produces campaign materials such as trailers, tv spots, and key art from development to execution for various movies for global use
Corporate Communications:
intern will have the opportunity to support day-to-day studio communications, gain exposure to high-level messaging strategy, and help shape how Focus Features positions its films, filmmakers, and executives.
Digital Marketing:
intern will support team on social activations across Focus Features brand channels and individual film titles, social research, content creation, in-app engagement tactics (i.e. Follow accounts/like posts from talent), social editorial calendaring, live social coverage at events
Media:
intern will work on all paid marketing for theatrical titles as we as all award panels. Intern will take part in the planning and execution of upcoming titles.
Partnerships & Promotions:
intern will support this group that is comprised of two teams (sales and creative execution with a designated focus on international and domestic territories) with the shared objective of developing and delivering third party branded campaigns for our theatrical releases
Publicity:
intern will help with preparing for press junkets, researching media outlets & contacts, and compiling coverage reports
Publicity & Events:
intern will support the team responsible for conceptualizing and executing a wide range of high-profile activations - from red carpet premieres and exclusive industry screenings to tastemaker events and special experiences.
Basic Requirements
Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program (September 2026 through April 2027). December 2026 graduates are not eligible for this 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 21, 2026 - April 23, 2027.
Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA.
Desired Characteristics
Students with class standing of junior or above preferred.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Detail-oriented, analytical, strategic thinker, creative, researcher, energetic, resourceful, self-starter, great time-management.
Able to work in a fast-pace environment.
High level of organization and ability to manage multiple projects with various deadlines.
Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and proofreading skills
Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Hourly rate for student interns is $19.00. 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. 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.
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In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Academic Year interns:
Paid time off for mental health, academic exams, and personal holidays.
Robust networking, learning and professional development opportunities.
Complimentary Peacock subscription for the duration of the internship.
Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship.
Access to mental health resources, including counseling sessions.
Academic Year Internship Program Details Program Dates:
September 21, 2026 - April 23, 2027
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 Universal City, CA.
Academic Year Recruitment Timeline
April 20: Applications open
May 8: Applications close at 11:59pm ET (we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible - applications may close earlier 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
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.
Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to:
Brand Marketing:
intern will support team with global oversight of all brand components for franchise/event film launches, leading implementation of worldwide brand strategy and collaborate with divisions to optimize brands and business goals
Creative Advertising:
intern will support the team that produces campaign materials such as trailers, tv spots, and key art from development to execution for various movies for global use
Corporate Communications:
intern will have the opportunity to support day-to-day studio communications, gain exposure to high-level messaging strategy, and help shape how Focus Features positions its films, filmmakers, and executives.
Digital Marketing:
intern will support team on social activations across Focus Features brand channels and individual film titles, social research, content creation, in-app engagement tactics (i.e. Follow accounts/like posts from talent), social editorial calendaring, live social coverage at events
Media:
intern will work on all paid marketing for theatrical titles as we as all award panels. Intern will take part in the planning and execution of upcoming titles.
Partnerships & Promotions:
intern will support this group that is comprised of two teams (sales and creative execution with a designated focus on international and domestic territories) with the shared objective of developing and delivering third party branded campaigns for our theatrical releases
Publicity:
intern will help with preparing for press junkets, researching media outlets & contacts, and compiling coverage reports
Publicity & Events:
intern will support the team responsible for conceptualizing and executing a wide range of high-profile activations - from red carpet premieres and exclusive industry screenings to tastemaker events and special experiences.
Basic Requirements
Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program (September 2026 through April 2027). December 2026 graduates are not eligible for this 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 21, 2026 - April 23, 2027.
Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA.
Desired Characteristics
Students with class standing of junior or above preferred.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Detail-oriented, analytical, strategic thinker, creative, researcher, energetic, resourceful, self-starter, great time-management.
Able to work in a fast-pace environment.
High level of organization and ability to manage multiple projects with various deadlines.
Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and proofreading skills
Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Hourly rate for student interns is $19.00. 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. 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.
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