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.
As an Associate Industrial Engineer at Universal Studios Hollywood, you will combine field observation with data-driven analysis to support operational improvements across our park and guest experiences. A typical day blends analytical work with time in the operation. You may evaluate labor and operational performance using data, then partner with frontline teams to test and implement process improvements in a live environment.
You will help translate operational data into actionable insights that inform business decisions and drive measurable improvements across workforce management, process optimization, and overall operational effectiveness.
Why Join Us
This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of analytics and real-world operations where your work directly supports how guests experience our parks and how teams operate at scale. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, solve operational challenges using data, and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced entertainment environment.
Key Responsibilities
Analytics & Modeling
Apply industrial engineering and analytical methods such as forecasting, process analysis, capacity analysis, and optimization techniques to support operational improvement initiatives
Assist in developing and maintaining analytical models that support labor planning, staffing optimization, forecasting, and operational decision-making
Analyze operational performance data to identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for improvement
Translate analytical findings into actionable insights and recommendations
Field Studies & Data Collection
Conduct on-site observational studies to evaluate operational processes, guest flow, and workforce performance
Collect, validate, and analyze time studies, throughput data, and other operational metrics
Combine field observations with data analysis to develop practical and implementable operational improvements
Workforce Management
Contribute to Workforce Management initiatives through labor planning analysis, staffing optimization, scheduling analytics, and demand forecasting
Evaluate opportunities to improve labor utilization and operational efficiency
Contribute to workforce management tools, reporting, and planning processes
Tools, Reporting & Automation
Extract, analyze, and validate data using tools such as SQL, Snowflake, Python, Excel, and other cloud-based platforms
Build and maintain dashboards and reporting tools in Power BI and Excel to track KPIs and operational performance trends
Participate in automation and workflow improvement initiatives that improve efficiency and data accuracy
Stakeholder Collaboration
Partner with cross-functional teams and operational leaders to implement process improvements
Communicate insights and recommendations through presentations, reporting, and data visualization
Assist in developing business cases and operational analyses for leadership review
Basic Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Management Science, Decision Science, Data Analytics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field
1+ years of relevant analytical or operational experience, including internships and co-op experience
Experience conducting analytical or operational studies using business data and translating findings into actionable recommendations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with datasets
Experience with data querying or programming tools such as SQL or Python
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
Ability to present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Preferred Qualifications
Internship or project experience in industrial engineering, operations analysis, workforce management, or process improvement
Familiarity with workforce management, labor planning, staffing optimization, or forecasting concepts
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
Exposure to cloud-based data platforms such as Snowflake, AWS, or Microsoft Azure
Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Experience in theme parks, hospitality, entertainment, retail, or other high-volume operational environments
Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn new analytical tools, systems, and operational processes
Additional Requirements
Hybrid: Hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page (https://www.nbcunicareers.com/benefits) of the Careers website. Salary range: $75,000 - $85,000.
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.
