TV Distribution Sales Intern - Universal Global Distribution

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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.
NBCUniversal Global Distribution is responsible for the sales and distribution of NBCUniversal product to all forms of television and new media platforms in over 200 territories across the globe. This includes a rich library of more than 6,000 feature films, 170,000 television episodes include current and classic titles, non-scripted programming, sports, news, long-form and short-form programming and locally produced content from around the world NBCUniversal Global Distribution is responsible for the sales and distribution of NBCUniversal product to all forms of television and new media platforms in over 200 territories across the globe. This includes a rich library of more than 6,000 feature films, 170,000 television episodes include current and classic titles, non-scripted programming, sports, news, long-form and short-form programming and locally produced content from around the world
Job Description
Work alongside NBCUniversal's Television Distribution (TVD) Sales team, supporting the distribution of world-class television content across Australia and New Zealand. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in television content licensing, sales operations, market analysis, client servicing, and commercial strategy within a global media company.
Key responsibilities include:
- Support the TV Distribution Sales team in maintaining weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales, product, and licensing reports.
- Assist with sales operations and administrative activities, including presentations, budgets, client screening access, market preparation materials, contact databases, and expense management.
- Support the review of licensing agreements and deal entries within internal systems to ensure data accuracy and accurate revenue reporting
- Research and monitor television, streaming, and media industry trends, identifying developments that may impact content distribution opportunities.
- Assist in preparing materials for key industry events, sales markets, client meetings, and business reviews.
- Participate in team meetings and conference calls, gaining exposure to content licensing negotiations, client management, and sales strategy discussions.
- Collaborate with the broader Television Distribution team on go-to-market initiatives and special projects.
- Provide general support across the TV Distribution business as required.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proactive, curious, and eager to learn in a fast-paced commercial environment.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret information and identify insights.
- Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Professional and confident when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
- Passion for media, entertainment, television, streaming, and emerging industry trends.
Desired Characteristics
- Interest in building a career within media, content distribution, sales, strategy, or commercial partnerships.
This part-time internship requires a 9-month commitment from March 2027 to December 2027.
To be eligible, you must be enrolled in your studies for the full duration of the internship. As part of your application, please include a cover letter outlining:
- Your expected graduation month and year
- Why you are interested in joining NBCUniversal
- What strengths, skills or experiences you would bring to the role
The cover letter is a required component of the application and will be considered as part of the selection process.
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 .
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