Disney Entertainment Television Communication Intern, Spring 2026
About the Role & Program:
Disney Entertainment Television develops and produces compelling programming and some of the most successful talked-about series on television today! The DET Communications department is responsible for handling all communication efforts for ABC Entertainment, Hulu Originals, Freeform, Onyx Collective, FX and 20th Television. As the DET Communications intern, you would rotate throughout several of the brands to assist teams as needed.
This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Burbank, California area from January 2026-June 2026.
What You Will Do:
As a DET Communications intern, you will rotate among various Communications teams within Disney Entertainment Television, supporting leaders and assisting with project work. Your responsibilities will include compiling daily press clips and raves, building and maintaining schedules and press lists, and assisting in writing press materials such as press releases, loglines, press blasts, and bios. You will also take meeting notes and disseminate them to teams, aid in press pitching, support the team at publicity events, contribute to brainstorming sessions and publicity strategy meetings, and collaborate on social media efforts.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
Proficiency in writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with experience working with colleagues across departments at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to be hardworking, proactive, eager to learn, and willing to take initiative.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and positive relationship-building abilities.
Capability to take direction from multiple partners, balance projects, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, collaborative, team-based environment.
Experience in handling confidential information.
Previous media/PR internship experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google programs.
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
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
Additional Information
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
Fully available from January 2026 through June 2026
Fully available from Monday through Friday, primarily, and occasionally nights and weekends for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Burbank, California area
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work in the Burbank, California area
Materials Required:
A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applications without a portfolio link on the résumé will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position. Please visit our support site or additional information.