Finance Intern

Job Description

Your future in media starts here. The NBCUniversal Summer Internship Program is your chance to help shape what’s next in media and entertainment. Whether you’re supporting major news coverage, creating content for iconic brands, or contributing to innovative projects, you’ll bring your ideas, creativity, and perspective to make an impact throughout your internship.

Beyond your day-to-day role, you’ll take part in a thoughtfully designed program focused on career development, building your professional presence, and growing your workplace confidence. Through real-world experience and a community of fellow interns, you’ll explore what’s possible in this ever changing and exciting industry.

In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Summer 2027 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. 

Summer 2027 Program Details

Program Dates: June 7 – August 13, 2027

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

Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from Miami, FL.

Summer 2027 Recruitment Timeline

November 9 – December 4: 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 

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.

NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a world-class media company leading the industry in the production and distribution of high-quality, Spanish-language content to U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. This fast-growing multiplatform portfolio is comprised of the Telemundo Network, Telemundo Deportes, Telemundo Global Studios, Universo, and a Digital Enterprises & Emerging Business unit. Telemundo Network features original Spanish-language entertainment, news and sports content. Telemundo Deportes is the designated Spanish-language home of two of the world’s most popular sporting events: FIFA World Cup™ through 2026 and the Summer Olympic Games through 2032. Telemundo Global Studios is the company’s domestic and international scripted production unit. 

The Media Group at NBCU supports a powerhouse collection of consumer-first brands including Peacock, NBC, Bravo, NBC Sports, and NBCU International. With unequalled scale, our teams make the most out of every opportunity to collaborate and learn from one another. We’re always looking for ways to innovate faster, accelerate our growth and consistently offer the very best in consumer experience. But most of all, we’re backed by a culture of respect. We embrace authenticity and inspire people to thrive.   

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

• Telemundo Finance: The Telemundo Content Finance team supports the financial evaluation of content across broadcast, cable, and streaming platforms. The team oversees the Greenlight process, analyzing the projected profitability of productions and acquisitions before they receive executive approval. After content is completed and distributed, the team conducts Postmortem analyses to compare actual performance with initial projections and provide insights that help guide future content and investment decisions.
• Telemundo Accounting: The Telemundo Miami Controllership team oversees essential accounting and financial reporting activities across Telemundo Network’s U.S. legal entities. The team manages the month-end close process, internal controls, SOX compliance, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and Telemundo consolidation activities. It also supports major business initiatives, including financial systems enhancements and technology-driven improvements that help strengthen reporting, analysis, and accounting operations.
• International Networks & Direct-to-Consumer Finance: The NBCU International Networks & Direct-to-Consumer Finance team supports financial planning, reporting, and business decision-making across the organization. Working across Controllership, FP&A, and Finance Operations, the team helps ensure financial information is accurate, analyzes performance and key metrics, supports forecasting and reporting processes, and identifies opportunities to improve financial processes and tools.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program. Spring 2027 graduates are not eligible for our Summer 2027 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 7 – August 13, 2027.
• Must be willing to work in Miami, FL.

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.
• Students pursuing a degree in Finance, Economics, or related field preferred.  
• Previous internship or work experience within finance, accounting, and/or data preferred.  
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).    
• Knowledge of any Finance and FP&A Systems (SAC, BPC, Essbase, Oracle) a plus.  
• Genuine interest in accounting and/or the business of live entertainment a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to ask thoughtful questions.
• Ability to organize multiple assignments, follow documented processes, and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and comfort working with colleagues across accounting, finance, and/or operations.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset, including an interest in data, automation, and responsible application of emerging technology.
• Working knowledge of spreadsheet and presentation tools; intermediate spreadsheet skills are preferred.
• Foundational understanding of financial accounting concepts, including the balance sheet, income statement, journal entries, and account reconciliations a plus.

The hourly rate for student interns is $25.00.

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.

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].

Compensation: 25 to 25 (USD) (HOURLY)