Walt Disney World Executive Communications & Public Affairs Intern, Spring 2027

The Walt Disney Company•Lake Buena Vista, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Walt Disney World® Resort is looking for a creative, dynamic communicator to support the Communications & Public Affairs department and the Executive Communications team. This position will primarily support the development of graphics, social media content, presentation templates, and other assets as needed. The intern will also help create written and visual communications that enable senior leaders to connect with Cast Members, business partners, and external audiences. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate across teams and contribute to executive communications presentations, events, and engagements.

Requirements

A professional demeanor and poise to work with the most senior leaders at the Resort
An ability to tell effective stories, visually and verbally
A self-starter with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
The ability to work independently, as well as within a team environment
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Effective collaboration and integration skills
Project management skills that can shape the overall vision of a project with key partners to deliver results
Thrive on building new relationships and carefully fostering existing ones
A quick learner who enjoys taking on new challenges big and small
Able to safeguard confidential information
Ability to develop effective communications with minimal editing; AP Style
Ability to create visually compelling presentations with Canva, Apple Keynote, and/or Microsoft PowerPoint
Demonstrated proficiency in design and photo editing/experience with Adobe Creative Suite
Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro or other video editing software
Expertise in capturing and editing content for social media, including Instagram and LinkedIn
Experience with both Mac and Windows operating systems, with high expertise in Mac
Willingness to learn new software applications
Available to work evenings and weekends when needed
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
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program
Be at least 18 years of age
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Orlando, Florida area
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
Be aligned with The Disney Look appearance guidelines

Nice To Haves

Previous Disney experience
Public speaking and sharing professional presentations
Crafting and organizing events
Supporting executives or public figures (e.g., local government officials)
Social Media planning experience
Knowledge of HTML
Microsoft Teams and other Microsoft 365 applications
Junior or Senior year preferred
Pursuing a degree in Communications, English, Creative Writing, Marketing, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Journalism, Customer Engagement, Social Communication, Broadcast Communications, or other relevant subjects

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development of executive communications strategies
Develop and design presentations
Film and edit videos for social media channels
Design graphics as needed for the Communications & Public Affairs team
Collaborate with the Communications & Public Affairs team to help ensure we tell our stories in the most innovative and creative ways
Build relationships with partners locally and across the company to amplify our message
Support the planning and execution of executive communications programs and events
Assist with preparation, communication, and facilitation of executive communications presentations
Assist with coordinating and supporting ongoing executive engagement tactics
Create and update various forms of written communication, such as scripts and correspondence
General administrative support