Universal Studios Hollywood, Food & Beverage Operations Internship – Summer 2026

NBCUniversal

Universal Studios Hollywood, Food & Beverage Operations Internship – Summer 2026

Universal City, CA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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.

    Friendly Tips:

    • 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.

    The Food Operations Team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Food Operations Intern to join our team. The intern will support the development and organization of our internal training materials to help build a centralized platform for food service procedures and documentation.

    Responsibilities:

    • Develop and maintain a centralized digital platform for Food Operations training materials, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and resources.
    • Collaborate with the food operations and culinary teams to gather, organize, and catalog existing training documentation.
    • Write and update SOPs related to food preparation, food safety, kitchen workflows, and service standards.
    • Ensure the training platform is user-friendly and accessible to all Team Members, including back-of-house and front-of-house.
    • Assist in the creation, rollout, and feedback collection of new training programs for Food Operations.
    • Provide basic technical support and troubleshoot issues related to accessing or using the platform.
  • Qualifications

    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 Hospitality Management, Food Science, Business, Project Management, or a related field.
    • 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).
    • Strong writing and communication skills, especially in creating process documentation.
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
    • Interest in food operations, food safety, training development, and kitchen management.

    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.

  • Compensation
    $22-$22