Disney Public Relations/Communications Intern, Spring 2027

The Walt Disney Company • Celebration, FL

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About The Position

The Disney Public Relations/Communications Intern will contribute to creative and strategic communication and content creation across owned and earned media, internal and external channels, executive communications, public relations, public affairs, and corporate social responsibility. Interns are placed on one of the Disney Experiences Communications & Public Affairs teams based on their background, skills, and business needs. Placements are in Anaheim, California, or Orlando, Florida, and include Disneyland Resort Public Relations; Disney Experiences Communications Events; Disney Experiences Editorial Communications; Walt Disney World Resort Communications & Public Affairs; Disney Experiences Corporate Social Responsibility Communications; and Walt Disney World Resort Public Relations.

Responsibilities vary by placement and may involve writing and editing content, creating visual and video materials, supporting public relations and public affairs activities, monitoring media, assisting with issues and crisis communications, and coordinating events and projects. This is a full-time, six-month internship running from January through June 2027, requiring availability for 40 hours per week. Schedules may occasionally include nights or weekends.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a junior or senior at an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Marketing, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across print, web, social, and video formats, including proficiency in AP Style.
• Experience creating basic visual communications, such as graphics, photos, or videos, and interest in developing creative skills.
• Social media familiarity across Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, and X.
• Organized, self-starting approach and ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain professional poise.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, including comfort working with partners at all levels.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Teams, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Competency in basic computer functions in a Mac/MS Office environment.
• Must be enrolled at an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree, and taking at least one class at the time of application, or currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
• Must not have completed one year of continuous employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program.
• Must be at least 18 years old and possess unrestricted work authorization.
• Must be fully available for the internship's duration, 40 hours each week, with flexibility for occasional nights or weekends.
• Must provide own housing for the program duration in the Orlando, Florida, or Anaheim or Glendale, California area.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work and comply with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.
• Writing samples and a portfolio are required; applicants must include a portfolio link on their résumé.
• Applicants must indicate their preferred placement area(s) immediately after their name on their résumé.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, or InDesign, and/or Canva or Apple Keynote.
• Knowledge of Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Sprinklr, Adobe Analytics, WordPress, or Smartsheet.
• Previous experience in public relations, media relations, government/public affairs, or a newsroom.
• Experience analyzing media coverage with platforms such as Cision or Muck Rack.
• Experience coordinating or supporting special events.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills.
• Previous Disney experience and knowledge of Disney Experiences products and offerings.
• Experience with social media strategy and metrics in a professional or academic setting.

Responsibilities

• Write blog stories, articles, press releases, social media content, executive communications, and employee-facing materials.
• Contribute to content strategy by monitoring trends, identifying story angles, and developing pitches for different platforms and audiences.
• Design visuals such as infographics, digital slides, executive presentations, event graphics, and branding materials.
• Film, capture, and edit short-form videos and social media content, and assist with photo and video shoots.
• Support public relations and public affairs activations, including press and influencer events, media visits, and photoshoots.
• Assist with media monitoring and analysis and provide findings to inform strategic communication recommendations.
• Support issues management, crisis communication plans, and research projects through briefs and presentations.
• Manage logistics for media and influencer visits and help develop relationships with journalists, bloggers, and content creators.
• Assist with planning, development, and execution of communications events.
• Maintain project planning documents, including agendas, itineraries, tracking grids, and presentations.
• Coordinate event logistics and vendor communication, including venue setup, run-of-show, and on-site support.
• Support Cast and/or Crew events and activations in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits.
• Limited housing opportunities for Florida-based Disney Interns are available through American Campus Communities.

What This Job Offers

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