Universal Studios Hollywood, Culinary Internship – 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 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

As a theme park built around a working movie studio, we are all about lights, camera, and action! Being part of our team means having fun at work, creating memorable moments for guests, and bringing the magic of Hollywood to life.

Our Universal Studios Hollywood (USH) Internship Program gives you more than a glimpse behind-the-scenes of a working theme park – here you can get the chance to make a real impact on our business. As a USH intern, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful connections with leaders, attend professional development workshops, and learn from industry experts – all while gaining real-world experience. Your internship begins with your key project assignment and concludes with a final presentation of your results to members of Senior Leadership. We love those who are curious, driven, and passionate about the future of the themed entertainment industry.

Summer 2026

Semester System Program Dates: June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026

Quarter System Program Dates: June 15, 2026 – August 21, 2026

Internship applications will close before Friday, April 3rd.

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• Apply for the internship(s) that you are most passionate about.
• Attach a resume that outlines your education (include anticipated graduation month and year), experience, and accomplishments.
• Upload a transcript – unofficial transcripts are acceptable – that confirms your status as an actively enrolled student in a degree-granting program.

As a Culinary Intern, you’ll dive into the world of beverage program management. You’ll play a key role in shaping how guests experience drinks by combining your analytical mindset, curiosity, and passion for flavor innovation.

In this role, you’ll analyze performance data to uncover insights that guide beverage decisions, helping the team understand what’s working and where new opportunities lie. You’ll stay ahead of market trends, research emerging products, and make informed recommendations that keep the beverage lineup fresh, exciting, and relevant. You’ll turn those insights into real recommendations, influencing how new beverages are developed and introduced. You’ll also help maintain inventory tracking and SKU alignment, ensuring the product assortment is where it needs to be and that they support consistency and cost efficiency.

Your contributions to research and development will give you hands-on experience alongside the Shared Services Senior Manager with recipe creation, product tastings, and creative presentation – helping to bring new beverage ideas to life from concept to launch.

Beyond development, you’ll also support the team in administering venue level training, empowering the Food Operations team with the knowledge they need to deliver new and exciting programming in the park.

By the end of your internship, you’ll understand how creative strategy, operational excellence, and guest experience intertwine to build a beverage program that is as inspiring as it is efficient. You’ll leave with hands-on experience in analytics, innovation, and storytelling.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Must be actively pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Graduate degree at an accredited institution, or must be a recent graduate (internship within six months of graduation date).
• Current class standing of Sophomore or above.
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, California.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, nights, weekends, & holidays.
• Must be willing to submit a background check investigation. An official educational transcript may be required upon request.
• Must be 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.

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.

Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete an I-9 form within 3 days of hire.

Desired Characteristics:

• Rising Junior, rising Senior, or recent graduate preferred.
• Preferred cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above. Specific departments may require a higher GPA.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to self-start and streamline.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with professional communication at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience in bartending, mixology, or beverage development.
• Ability to bring ideas to life, focusing on the details and storytelling behind it.
• Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable in fast-paced, ever-changing environments.

Additional Requirements:

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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.