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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.

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BC10 Philadelphia is seeking news interns. Interns will learn about the day-to-day operations of the news industry and will have the opportunity to accompany reporters and crews on stories and produce team news stories online and for demo reels.

Job Description

Assignment Desk

• Make beat checks, data entry of current and future news assignments.
• Assist in phone calls, sorting/distributing newsroom mail.
• Coordinate guests and make tape dubs.
• May shadow news crews in the field.

 Reporting/Writing/Producing/Editing

• Guest coordinating, gathering segment guests
• Log sound bites and data entry for future files
• May shadow news crews in the field and/or field produce on occasion
• Experience with non-linear editing helpful

 Consumer/Investigative Research

• Perform background research working with consumer and political reporters.
• Talk with contacts and follow up on emails and setting up stories.
• Screen calls and email for good story ideas
• May shadow news crews in the field

 Photojournalism

• Understand and practice ethical journalism
• Understand and practice safety guidelines in the field
• Learn fundamentals of photojournalism
• Learn fundamentals of video editing
• Display positive work ethic and ability to work under tight deadline

Weather/ Meteorology 

• gather, analyze, and interpret data from various sources on developing weather forecasts.
• Create weather graphics, maps, and reports 
• Monitor real-time weather events.
• Work closely with senior meteorologists, attend team briefings, and support daily editorial or research tasks.
•  Assist with updating social media content, or other tasks as needed. 

Qualifications

• You must be in pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor, or Graduate degree at an accredited institution.
• Current class standing of sophomore or above
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.
• Must be 18 years or greater
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in United States.
• Must be willing to work in Philadelphia, PA

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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