Lucasfilm Publicity Intern, Summer 2026

The Walt Disney Company • Burbank, CA

12d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Publicity team at Lucasfilm is responsible for promoting upcoming franchise projects and company news both externally and internally. Made up of a team of experienced publicists, communications professionals and writers, we are responsible for developing the news coming out of Lucasfilm and our legendary franchise, as well as cultivating strong relationships with filmmakers, talent, press, influencers and key partners. The Lucasfilm Publicity department currently has an exciting opportunity for an undergraduate student to work as an intern this summer supporting the legendary Lucasfilm franchise! If selected you would gain first-hand knowledge of what it takes to successfully communicate and promote upcoming projects and our overall public relations strategy – both internally and externally. The dates of this full-time and in-person internship are May 4th-August 28th 2026 in Burbank, CA.

Requirements

• Previous experience and or coursework in public relations or communications
• Comfort and confidence in communicating professionally via phone and email
• Proficiency in Google G Suite, Mac Keynote and database management
• Strong time management skills and the proven ability to multitask and prioritize
• Experience working both autonomously and in team settings with a positive, proactive demeanor
• Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior , pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Media, or related degree
• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at 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
• Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• This internship starts earlier than most Summer Internships, due to events that are part of the scope of this position. Please be available to start full-time and in-person May 4th, 2026.
• Must be fully available between to work during standard business hours, as well as flexibility to work some evening/weekend events as needed
• Must provide own housing and reliable transportation during the internship in the Burbank, CA area

Nice To Haves

• A strong Interest in film/entertainment industry
• Interest and awareness of current entertainment news
• Passion for Star Wars franchise and Lucasfilm legacy

Responsibilities

• Organize PR files on past and present productions, both physical and digital
• Participate in daily press tracking and reporting
• Assist with planning and execution of franchise and publicity events (e.g. junkets, D23, etc.)
• Help coordinate, toolkits & talent-handling for upcoming projects and press events
• Become acquainted with Lucasfilm’s location and history to help with tours for outside guests and VIPs
• Assist with presentation prep on PowerPoint, Keynote, and/or Google Slides
• Respond to fan mail and assist with mailing fan packages; organize and maintain storage/swag rooms
• Travel to domestic locations for meeting and events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern