About the role#
The Disney Entertainment Television Communications team offers an internship for students to gain experience in media relations, executive communications, research, and storytelling. This role provides insight into how communications supports our brands, content, and business priorities. The internship runs from January 2027 through June 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support various communications teams with department initiatives and projects.
- Assist with the social strategy for senior executive leaders by drafting copy and caption options.
- Compile monthly performance data and monitor media coverage, press clips, podcasts, and social media activity.
- Research media trends, entertainment news, industry developments, and audience insights.
- Draft and edit communications materials, including presentations, executive biographies, and internal updates.
- Maintain project trackers, editorial calendars, media lists, and other resources.
- Participate in team discussions and brainstorming sessions to share creative ideas.
- Help with project coordination tasks as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university, preferably in your senior year of a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Media Studies, English, or Business.
- Demonstrated written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications like Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Experience with Canva, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, or Google Workspace is helpful.
- Previous experience in an internship, student media, public relations, marketing, or social media.
- Familiarity with entertainment, television, streaming, and pop culture trends.
- Must be at least 18 years of age and possess unrestricted work authorization.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position based in Burbank, California.
- You must be available to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 9am to 6pm PT.
- You are responsible for providing your own housing in the Burbank area for the duration of the program.
- The pay rate for this role is $23.00 per hour.
About The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company operates as a diversified international media and entertainment enterprise. Its business segments include Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. The company produces movies, television programs, and consumer products while managing theme parks and resorts. It maintains headquarters in Burbank, California, and employs over 193,000 people.
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