Legal Intern - Universal Networks

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.
Universal Networks International, a division of NBCUniversal, is one of the world's premier entertainment networks, delivering quality content and compelling brands across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Asia. Universal Networks International has the following core brands in the portfolio; DIVA, Syfy, Studio Universal, Universal Channel, 13th Street, E! and Style - which deliver a full range of entertainment experiences to local audiences across the globe. Universal Networks International is part of NBCUniversal, a Comcast Corporation, and is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience
Job Description
Supporting our Australia, New Zealand and Asia channels businesses, including Universal TV, 7Bravo, Bravo New Zealand, Studio Universal, DreamWorks, Oxygen and Hayu, the Legal Intern will work with our Legal and Business Affairs team across a variety of legal, compliance and business affairs matters, in an engaging, exciting and fast-paced office.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research on key legal developments, and preparation of briefing notes for NBCU legal team.
• Review of contracts, including program licences, research, marketing and general services agreements, and assistance with maintenance of NBCU contract database.
• Assistance with company administration and corporate secretarial document and compliance matters.
• Assistance with drafting of policies and training materials, and in provision of staff training sessions.
• Assistance with rights clearance matters, preparation of crew and participant releases, administration of marketing competitions and related initiatives.
• Ad hoc filing, administrative and general team-support responsibilities, and liaising with external customers as required.

Qualifications
Basic Characteristics

• Experience in the preparation of written legal advice, whether acquired on-the-job or through course work.
• Possess a general understanding of contract terms (e.g. payment terms, SLAs, termination clauses).
• Comfortable using word processing software, including Microsoft Word.
• High level of self-motivation and ability to work autonomously.
• Passion for the law, and strong interest in television and film industries.
• Ethical and responsible. Leading others by exhibiting honesty, fairness and diligence.
• Exceptional organisational skills and high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent written, communication and interpersonal skills.

Desired Skills

• Degree considerations in Law or equivalent
• Passion for the Media industry

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 [email protected].