Disney Entertainment Television Communication Intern, Spring 2027
About The Position
The Disney Entertainment Television Communications team is seeking a Communications Intern to gain hands-on experience across multiple communications functions. The internship provides exposure to media relations, executive communications, research, and storytelling, and a broad understanding of how communications supports Disney Entertainment Television's brands, content, and business priorities. The internship is approximately January 2027 through June 2027. The intern will assist Disney Entertainment Television Communications teams with department initiatives and projects; support social strategy for senior executive leaders; conduct research; monitor and compile media coverage; help draft and edit communications materials; maintain communications resources; contribute ideas during team discussions; and support project coordination as assigned. The position is based in Burbank, California. Interns must provide their own housing in the Burbank area and be available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time, for 40 hours per week throughout the internship. The pay rate is $23.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided depending on the level and position offered.
Requirements
- Demonstrated written communication skills.
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Media Studies, English, Business, or a related field.
- Be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree while taking at least one class at the time of application, or currently participate in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Possess unrestricted work authorization.
- Be able to maintain a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship.
- Be fully available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT, for 40 hours each week during the internship.
- Be able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship in the Burbank, California area.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with entertainment, television, streaming, digital media, or pop culture trends.
- Previous internship, campus leadership, student media, public relations, marketing, communications, or social media experience.
- Experience creating presentations, newsletters, social media content, or other communications materials.
- Familiarity with Canva, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, or similar collaboration tools.
- Experience conducting research, compiling reports, or analyzing media trends.
- Interest in pursuing a career in communications, publicity, media, or entertainment.
- Senior year preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist various Disney Entertainment Television Communications teams with department initiatives and projects.
- Support social strategy for senior executive leaders, including drafting initial copy and caption options and compiling monthly performance data.
- Conduct research on media trends, entertainment news, industry developments, and audience insights.
- Monitor and compile media coverage, press clips, podcasts, and social media activity.
- Assist with drafting and editing communications materials, presentations, executive biographies, and internal updates.
- Maintain project trackers, editorial calendars, media lists, and other communications resources.
- Contribute creative ideas and perspective during team discussions and brainstorming sessions.
- Support project coordination needs as assigned.
Benefits
- Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, depending on the level and position offered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
