Hardlines Licensing Intern, Spring 2026

Disney•Glendale, CA

68d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

From toys to apparel, books to games, and much more, Disney Consumer Products (DCP) brings our company's products, through stories and characters, to markets worldwide. With a portfolio of renowned franchises, including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, 20th Century Studios, and National Geographic, our efforts to deliver innovative and experiential products are designed to entertain and inspire! Join us as our intern, where you'll support our dynamic and fast-paced multi-category hardlines business that encompasses stationery, outdoor, seasonal, sports, collectibles, and novelties, to name a few, ensuring there's never a dull moment! If selected for this role, you will report to the Manager Licensing Hardlines, Disney & Pixar. This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Glendale, California, area from January 12th to June 5th, 2026.

Requirements

Detailed and organized, able to balance multiple projects across a variety of franchises/brands at a time
A self-starter who has experience problem-solving with creative solutions
Willing to take action with the ability to embrace a committed environment
Excellent digital literacy; experience using Keynote, Microsoft Office suite, Microsoft Outlook, etc.
Must be currently enrolled as an Undergraduate Senior Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications or Business with a concentration in Marketing or Communications
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at the time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
Be at least 18 years of age
Possess unrestricted work authorization
This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Glendale, California area from January 2026 until June 2026.
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship.
Fully available Monday through Friday for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week.
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program.
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work.
Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.

Responsibilities

Dive into the world of licensee requests. Research and respond with agility, ensuring our partnerships flourish
Attend meetings and transform discussions into actionable insights. Your resourceful note-taking will keep our category team aligned and informed
Take charge of maintaining and updating buy boards, ensuring our strategies are always up-to-date and ready for action
Handle Box folders that contain POS data, orders, pitches, and franchise intel
Act as a liaison between our team and others for marketing approvals, ensuring our campaigns and promotions are seamless and compliant
Maintain and distribute licensee lists with meticulous care, keeping our records accurate and accessible
Collaborate with our team to handle PR and social media requests, amplifying our brand presence
Capture crucial data for business analysis, including trend research and retail shopping visits. Your insights will drive our strategies forward
Provide invaluable support in the contract and amendment process when requested, making sure our partnerships are rock-solid
Craft product presentations that showcase our categories in the best light possible
Above all, be ready to tackle any challenge and perform other duties as assigned, helping us soar to new heights