Walt Disney Animation Studios Publicity Intern, Summer 2026

This internship at Walt Disney Animation Studios offers a deep dive into the craft, technology, and operations behind animated films. Interns will develop skills, connect with industry mentors, and contribute to publicity campaigns for current and future releases. The role involves supporting public relations and communications plans for upcoming animated features and legacy titles, as well as brand initiatives within the film and animation industries.

Must Have

• 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
• 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

Good to Have

• 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

Perks & Benefits

• Paid internship
• Opportunity to work side-by-side with industry leaders
• Building skills within a family of legendary brands
• Hands-on projects and learning guided by the Publicity team
• Select benefits (medical, financial, and/or other benefits) may be provided

Job Summary:

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.