Peacock Software Engineering Internships - Summer 2026

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 theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
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.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
See yourself at NBCU! Be a part of our intern community, a group of curious and passionate trailblazers who we believe are the future of our industry.
The NBCUniversal Internship Program allows students to unlock their potential by contributing to big 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.
In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Summer 2026 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 2026 Recruitment Timeline:
November 10 - December 5: 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
Summer 2026 Internship Program:

• Applications Close: December 5th at 11:59pm ET. Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible - applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!
• Program Dates: June 1 - August 7, 2026
• Time Commitment: 40 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need.
• Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work in New York, NY.

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, the locations (listed below) you are open to for internships, 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.

Media Group: 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:

• Video Player Technology, Roku Engineering: Join a team at the forefront of streaming innovation! Our Software Engineering group builds and enhances the Roku platform to deliver seamless, high-quality streaming experiences to millions of viewers. As an intern, you'll gain hands-on experience developing real-world software features, collaborating with seasoned engineers, and learning how large-scale media technology systems come to life. You'll work on projects that span streaming technologies, user interfaces, and backend services-contributing to a platform that powers the future of entertainment. Along the way, you'll receive mentorship, collaborate in an inclusive and supportive environment, and have opportunities to grow your technical and professional skills.
• Video Player Technology, JavaScript Engineering 1: Within Global Video Engineering, the JavaScript Engineering zone supports the majority of Peacock devices, including browsers, gaming consoles, smart TVs, and set-top boxes. This internship will be part of the Browser & Chromecast team, collaborating with engineers across Video Engineering, App Engineering, Analytics Insights, and Ad Insights to enhance playback performance, automation, and system reliability. We're a collaborative, ego-free team that values learning, experimentation, and continuous improvement. You'll be paired with experienced developers and architects who will help you understand the streaming ecosystem and support you as you take on projects that enhance automation, optimize performance, and reduce technical debt. If you're excited about building great user experiences and learning from a team passionate about video technology, we'd love to hear from you.
• Video Player Technology, JavaScript Engineering 2: The Video Player Technology team is part of NBCUniversal's Global Video Engineering organization. We build and maintain the core streaming video SDK that ensures seamless playback across various platforms including web browsers, smart TVs, gaming consoles, and streaming media devices. Our SDK leverages modern video codes, adaptive bitrate streaming, low-latency streaming, and support for live streaming. We reach a wide audience and provide exceptional streaming experiences regardless of the device or operating system. As an intern on the Video Player Technology team, you will be embedded within a team that is responsible for ensuring playback across Android TVs, Fire TVs, and Vizio TVs as well as building features across all device types. You will be working on popular and high visibility streaming applications that serve millions of users across the world.

Qualifications
Basic Requirements:

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program. Spring 2026 graduates are not eligible for our Summer 2026 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 1 - August 7, 2026.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.

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.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as C++, Python, or JavaScript.
• Familiarity with software development tools and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with TypeScript and modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React).
• Interest in or experience with video playback technologies.
• Familiarity with automation testing frameworks & CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with unit testing and Git operations.
• Experience with debugging tools.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Exposure to software testing practices (unit testing, integration testing).
• Comfort working in a collaborative development workflow.

The hourly rate for undergraduate student interns is $30.00.
The hourly rate for graduate student interns is $35.00.
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].
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU intern, your internship and the responsibilities associated with it may transition to Versant in the future. You will be joining at an exciting and pivotal time for the business as it evolves.