Sales Strategy & Development Intern

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

Programme Eligibility

To join one of our 12-month Internships you must meet one of the following criteria:

1. You’re currently an undergraduate studying at University and returning to full time education in Autumn 2028
2. You’re looking to gain work experience after completing your A-Levels, an equivalent course or an Apprenticeship

Additionally, you must also:

• Be eligible to work in the UK without restriction for the duration of the internship from Monday 5th July 2027 – Friday 21st July 2028
• Be able to work in NBCUniversal's Central London office on-site four days per week

We recommend applying to just one internship role, this helps ensure your application is considered for the opportunity that best matches your interests and skills. Choosing one allows us to focus on what excites you most and where you’ll shine brightest.

What will I be doing?

NBCUniversal is a leader in delivering entertainment programming to the US & international marketplaces. The Global TV Distribution division is responsible for the licensing of NBCUniversal and Sky content to all forms of television and streaming services.  This includes distribution of new and library films & TV series. 

The Sales Strategy & Development team supports the business, especially Sales, with planning, negotiating and structuring complex licensing deals worth several $100 million per year in the EMEA region.  The intern will join this Strategy team assisting with the following work:

• Modelling deal financials and negotiation progress, including collecting data from internal systems and using these in models
• Collating and analysing client, technology and content market data in order to understand content licensing trends and markets
• Preparing presentation reports for deal and market analysis projects

What will I learn from this opportunity?

A hands-on understanding of the Media industry, including an understanding of different broadcaster or streaming models

• A good understanding of how the content licensing markets work, the key trends and commercial activities undertaken by Distribution companies and clients which are major global businesses and household names
• Detailed financial modelling and data analysis skills required to support commercial negotiations, which can be applied to all businesses not just the media industry

Qualifications

What do I need to bring to the role?

• A passion to learn about the media industry and its commercial activities
• Skills and analysis required to support negotiations for multi-million dollar deals
• Excellent Excel skills in particular for financial modelling
• PowerPoint skills, especially for reporting and summarizing complex information and financials
• Attention to detail

Internship Programme Benefits & Perks  

In addition to valuable hands-on experience, UK interns receive a competitive benefits package that supports their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.    

Additional perks include exclusive employee discounts, access to ‘myPerks’ NBCU’s employee programme with opportunities to win tickets to attend movie premieres, swag bundles and more. Plus, you’ll get free streaming access to your favourite platforms like Hayu and NOW TV. 

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company. 

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.