Universal Studios Hollywood, Creative Ride & Show Engineering 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 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 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 on Friday, December 19th at 11:55 PM PT.

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The Mechanical Engineering Intern provides support to sustaining engineering activities for theme park attractions (rides and shows). Duties include assisting Engineers with complex downtime investigation, reverse engineering, and other engineering tasks as required to ensure daily operational readiness of attractions. Additional duties include supporting re-design and development efforts for mechanical/structural systems of theme park rides and attractions. Some projects will require interfacing with Technicians, Management, Operations, Entertainment, and/or outside vendors.

All work shall be in conformance with ASTM F24 Committee guidelines and compliant with applicable codes, regulations and standards including: AISC, ASME, ASTM, ANSI, AWS, JIC, NEC, and OSHA, among others. This role has exposure to multiple different ride and show systems spanning multiple decades, each with its unique fun and challenges.

Responsibilities:

• Supports Engineers responding to sustaining engineering calls and troubleshooting recurring design or maintenance issues.
• Supports Engineers with large capital projects (scope of work, managing progress, overseeing design).
• Facilitates engineering documentation updates and change control processes.
• Facilitates review, assignment and tracking of engineering change requests.
• Coordinates engineering activities between vendors, engineers, ride and show management, and technicians.

Interfaces with Technicians and Vendors to ensure design documentation remains updated to support parts procurement.

• Supports Engineers in the mock-up, prototype, installation, and commissioning of ride and show equipment.
• Provides project status updates on assigned task list items to the client and Engineering management.
• Maintains configuration management of project documentation in accordance with Engineering’s guidelines.
• Supports Engineers in developing and conducting Acceptance Test Procedures on mechanical systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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) in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Current class standing of Sophomore or above. Completed coursework in statics, dynamics, and strength of materials.

Proficiency in mechanical drawings, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and technical documents. Ability to learn and follow pre-established Universal design specifications and industry standards (such as ASTM F24 standards, AWS D1, and relevant ASME/ASTM/ANSI standards). Must be willing to work in Universal City, California.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, nights, weekends, & holidays – with short notice. 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). Passion for the themed entertainment industry. Analytical skills to perform basic engineering calculations for design and test of mechanical systems. Ability to learn and perform basic Finite Element Analysis on simple structures.

Knowledge of welded structures/joints, composite materials, manufacturing and fabrication. Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. Knowledge of common metals (carbon and alloy steels, aluminum) and plastics/composites. Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

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 [email protected].