Disney - Communications and Social Media Intern, Disney Programs, Summer/Fall 2023
About The Walt Disney Company
About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):
At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).
Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
About the position
This opportunity is exclusively for students who are currently on, or who have previously participated in a Disney College Program.
Be a part of an innovative team and culture…
The Disney Programs Communications team is responsible for the reputation and brand management of Disney Programs (Disney College Program, Culinary Program and International Program). This means telling the great stories of our Program participants and communicating details across both internal and external platforms including company websites, email and social media. This team also partners with operations teams, key stakeholders and Program and housing partners to share communication directly with Program participants.
Responsibilities
We are looking for someone with a passion for Disney Programs, who can speak knowledgeably about program offerings and benefits and utilize their design expertise to support communication to, for and about our Program participants.
As a Communications & Social Media Intern, some of your responsibilities could be…
Creating communications materials such as blog articles, newsletters, emails and social media content for internal and external audiences
Collaborating with team members and partners to plan and produce content, always ensuring work adheres to brand guidelines and meets Disney’s high standards of quality
Finding new and improved ways to reach our audiences and generate engagement
Helping to shoot and produce photo and video content for various Disney Programs-owned platforms
Writing and proofreading copy for a variety of platforms including print, digital and social
Supporting Program events, including arrivals and end-of-program capstone events
Qualifications
(Basic Qualifications)
Current OR previous participation in the Disney College Program
Passion for content, social media and a deep understanding of digital storytelling
Proficiency with Associate Press (AP) writing style
Literacy in Microsoft Office
Some photography/videography experience
Proven experience with writing, content creation and social media in a professional setting
Excellent communication and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Demonstrated writing and proofreading skills, including both short-form (social media, design collateral) and long-form (blog posts, press releases) writing
A team player who is able to build relationships, works well with others, shares ideas, and is receptive to feedback
Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information
Ability to work independently and be a self-starter
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
(Preferred Qualifications)
Previous reporting/writing experience with a student or professional publication in print, television or online media
Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator
Experience in project management
Required Education
Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program, OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree (or recent graduate) in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Social Media, Journalism, or related field
Additional Recruitment Information:
IMPORTANT: An electronic online portfolio is required as part of this application process. This portfolio must be included as a URL link on your resume, and should include: Writing (professional writing, storytelling and copy-editing), Visual Communication (graphic design, photography and/or videography) and Media Materials (media alerts, press releases and/or video news releases).
Approximate dates of this internship are June 2023 – January 2024
Must be a current participant on a Disney College Program OR an alumnus of the Program
Candidate must be available to work full time hours (approximately 40 hours per week) for the duration of the internship.
Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
Must possess unrestricted work authorization
Must be at least 18 years of age
Strong candidates may be invited to complete a phone interview. We highly encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it in the event they are selected to move forward in the interview process. Note that this role description will not be accessible once the posting is closed.
Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the session
This role is hybrid – Candidate must be able to provide own housing and transportation in the Orlando, FL area.
Housing: We can possibly assist with housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here.
