NBC Connecticut, CT LIVE! Lifestyle Program Intern - Academic Year 2026-2027

Company Description

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 www.nbcuniversal.com 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.

Job Description

Here, you can unlock your potential by contributing to 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.  

Here, you can be part of a team who is the first to know when news is breaking.  Here, you can develop your skills at a company that cares about its employees, communities, and culture.  

NBC Connecticut Internships provide students with real-world experience and exposure to working in the television news industry.  NBC Connecticut internships are paid and do not require course credit.  

If you are a team player who is looking to learn how to work with community leaders and how to organize/participate in different community events, this is the internship for you.  We are looking for an individual who is a motivated self-starter, with strong inner drive. 

Responsibilities: 

• Work alongside CT LIVE producer to schedule interviews with local businesses and community leaders 

• Pitch content ideas for segments 

• Shoot video while attending on-location shoots  

• Edit segments for broadcast 

• Post to CT LIVE’s social accounts 

Qualifications

• Experience with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook preferred  

• Proficient in using social media platforms such as: Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok 

• Prior video editing experience required 

Eligibility Requirements:  

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the length of the program and be able to provide documentation to confirm your degree progress  

• Current class standing of junior or above (30 credits)  

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship by NBCUniversal  

• IN-PERSON Must be willing to work at the station in West Hartford, CT 

Desired Characteristics:  

• Detailed oriented by nature  

• Comfortable working on multiple projects at the same time  

• Ability to find creative solutions to projects  

• Students with class standing of junior or above preferred  

• Responsible, punctual, creative, and professional  

• Able to interface maturely with all levels of company management, and able to participate in execution of strategic division and departmental initiatives 

• Excellent organizational skills. Able to maintain departmental operational standards 

• Top-notch written, verbal, and proofreading skills 

• Ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment 

• Ability to work evenings and weekends when needed 

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

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