CNBC Studio Operations Intern

NBC UNIVERSAL 

NBC Universal 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. NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. 

CNBC INTERNATIONAL

CNBC is the world’s number one business and financial news network. Its mission is to help the influential and aspirational make astute decisions to get ahead by providing live market updates, breaking news, in-depth analysis and exclusive interviews.

CNBC’s vast portfolio includes CNBC.com, the online destination for global business; CNBC PRO, the network’s premium subscription service that provides real-time global market data and market analysis, as well as a growing slate of live events where consumers can experience CNBC’s award-winning journalism, live.

With headquarters in New Jersey, London, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi, CNBC provides a truly global 24-hour business briefing for senior business leaders, the financial community and those with assets to invest or protect. Today the channel is available in more than 392 million homes worldwide. CNBC also boasts a growing audience across its social media and digital video platforms.

Visit www.cnbc.com for more information.

Programme Essentials 

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

• Currently be an undergraduate studying at University and applying for a Placement year in your 2nd or final year  

• Graduating from your undergraduate degree in Summer 2025 

• Looking for employment after completing A-Levels or equivalent course or an Apprenticeship 

In addition, you must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction for the duration of the internship from Monday 30th June 2025 – Friday 17th July 2026 

You must be flexible and willing to work a variety of shift patterns, starting between 3am-9am 

We strongly advise that you do not apply to more than 1 Internship role to ensure that you are considered for the Internship that you are most interested in and that your skills are aligned to 

What will I be doing? 

As the Technical Operations Intern, you will work closely with the Studio Operations team in the broadcast of CNBC’s daily business and financial news programs and recordings. You will support the Technical Operators and Studio Directors to deliver 4 hours of live TV News programming and any pre-recorded content that is produced in the London Studio each day. This internship position is ideal for someone looking to gain experience in a fast-paced, exciting live news environment in a multi-skilled TV Gallery role.  

What will I learn from this opportunity? 

Sound Operation: 

• Mixing and monitoring studio sound during live TV transmission  

• Prepare microphone allocation, ensure that connections to Video Tape (VT) sources, external guest sources and music sources are in place 

• Communicate with the Master Control Room (TV Transmission team) on a regular basis when establishing any fixed camera/satellite links and correcting satellite guest’s camera framing Video Tape & Camera  

Operations: 

• Playing multiple program Video Tape (VT) material using our Grass Valley playout system, Stratus Rundown 

• Opportunity to learn about operating studio cameras in a live news environment TV Studio Floor Management: 

• Greeting and preparing high-profile guests to goon-air 

• Mic up studio guests  

• Help to manage the studio environment, ensuring guests are in the right place on time 

• Awareness of basic health and safety measures with the ability to spot and fix potential issues/escalate if necessary  

• First port of call to assist TV Presenters and help to fix issues while on-air Lighting  

• Assist with changing and resetting studio lights during production as directed 

   General:

• Basic maintenance and housekeeping of studio equipment as required  

• Develop an excellent awareness of the daily show format • Help to maintain smooth & calm operations in the studio 

What do I need to bring to the role? 

• Passion for live TV Production 

• Strong Interest in TV broadcast News and live TV studio environments  

• Ability to handle the pressure of live TV broadcasts  

• Proactive attitude, willingness to learn and a team player who can keep calm in a live TV environment 

• Willingness to work early shifts (5am call time, car service available for early shifts)  

• Can Multi-task (operating of multiple systems and equipment) 

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

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.

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