Disney Theatrical Labor Relations Associate, Summer 2026
About The Position
At Disney Theatrical Group (DTG) we strive to create a culture of innovation, inclusion, collaboration, and creativity. Stories shape how we see ourselves and everyone around us. As storytellers, we have the power to not only uplift and inspire, but also to champion the spectrum of voices in our world. If you want to help tell compelling and enduring stories through live theater, we want to hear from you. DTG is committed to providing the highest quality opportunities for the widest group throughout their career trajectory. Our internship program provides students with an immersive view of theater administration through on-the-job experience, departmental projects, and educational seminars. Disney Theatrical Group seeks a passionate and collaborative Summer Associate to support the Labor Relations Department. The Summer Associate will assist with administrative workload and help prepare for three major upcoming negotiations in 2026 - the AEA Touring Agreement, AFM Pamphlet B, and IASTE Pink. The Summer Associate will gain hands‑on application of labor law to theatrical CBAs, exposure to union relations, planning strategies for negotiations and grievance meetings, and executive‑ready legal writing experience.
Requirements
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency with Word and Excel
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must possess unrestricted work authorization.
- Must provide full work availability from June 1 through August 14, 2026
- Must provide own housing and transportation, position is located in New York City.
Nice To Haves
- Coursework in labor and employment law, entertainment business, entertainment law, or intellectual property
- Interest in entertainment business or entertainment law, with theatre interest, a plus
Responsibilities
- Assisting in handling grievance and arbitration meetings
- Assisting in negotiations preparation, including proposal drafting
- Building and maintaining department logs/trackers/calendars.
- Taking notes and scheduling follow‑ups at producer–union meetings.
- Helping organize files, maintain document libraries, and ensure accurate record-keeping for labor-related matters.
- Drafting memos, summaries, and correspondence for internal and external stakeholders concerning complex CBA rules.
- Researching projects concerning historical contract provisions, and comparisons to how other theatrical industries worldwide operate (UK, EU, Japan, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
