Walt Disney Animation Studios Publicity Intern, Summer 2026

About the Role & Program:

Have you wondered how your skills and talents could translate into the world of animation? Our Internship Program dives into the craft, technology, and operations behind our animated films while developing your skills and connecting you to industry mentors. You'll learn what it means to be a part of a collaborative team and how your unique talents can grow within our studio. Find yourself immersed in hands-on projects and learning guided by the Publicity team. Disney Animation Publicity is responsible for the strategy and execution of public relations and communications plans to activate support across the company for upcoming animated releases and legacy titles. We also design and implement publicity initiatives and outreach in support of the Disney Animation brand within the film and animation industries. As our intern, you will also help with special projects related to publicity campaigns for our current and future releases.

What You Will Do:

• Special projects tied to Disney Animation’s participation at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event.
• Coordinate and execute publicity plans for upcoming animated features and short films.
• Update department documents, develop talent confirmation letters and organize shared server folders.
• Attend weekly team meetings, Integrated Planning meetings, company partner meetings and other meetings that are relevant to the intern’s work assignments.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Proficient in Google Docs, Google Drive, Word, Excel and Keynote
• Ability to multi-task and work proactively in a fast-paced work environment
• Great attitude and team player
• Communicate ideas effectively
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Previous internship and/or work experience in related industry
• Passion for Publicity/Public Relations/Communications and Disney
• Strong interest in the Animation/Entertainment/Movie Industry
• Event planning/coordinating experience
• Eager to learn and takes direction well
  
  
  

Education:

• Junior or Senior year preferred
• Majoring in Publicity/Public Relations/Communications/English or related field
  
  
  

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:

• 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.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program
  
  
  

Additional Information:

• Approximate internship dates: June 1, 2026 through August 21, 2026
• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• Fully available, 9am – 6 pm PST for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
• Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Burbank, CA area
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
  
  
  

The pay rate for this role in California is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.