Disneyland Internal Communications Internship, Spring 2023
Disneyland Resort Communications & Public Affairs encompasses media relations, corporate citizenship, government relations, internal communications and executive communications. Often working with other business units across the resort, the team strives to protect and enhance the reputation of the Disneyland Resort. This internship opportunity focuses on Internal Communication and how we strategically engage our Cast Members and share their stories.
A day in the life:
- Share what the magic of working with Disney is like. Pull back the curtain to showcase our culture, environment, work and opportunities through internal and external communication channels.
- Collaborate with the Communications & Public Affairs team to help ensure we tell our Disneyland story in the most innovative and creative ways.
- Support the employment brand ensuring broad awareness and engagement.
- Build relationships with partners locally and across the company to amplify our message.
- Support the day-to-day priorities of the Internal Communications team, including distribution of our operational communications vehicles.
- Have those “pinch yourself moments” when you walk down Main Street, U.S.A. before park opening or Avengers Campus after park close, and you realize: you’re working at Disneyland!
What’s your story?
Required
- You love to write and possess the talent to write in varying tones, voices and styles in order to meet the appetite of our diverse audience and platforms (print, digital, social media and video.)
- You have project management skills, and can shape the overall vision of a project with key partners to deliver results.
- You thrive on building new relationships and carefully fostering existing ones.
- You’re a quick learner who enjoys taking on new challenges big and small.
Preferred
- You have experience with Adobe Creative Suite, videography and/or photography.
- You are looking to tap into the creative side of your brain by creating graphic design elements that complement our communication campaigns.
- You’re knowledgeable about AP style and can craft messaging with quick turnaround in a fast-paced environment.
- You are passionate and knowledgeable about the Disney culture, and shaping its future.
- NOTE: A writing sample is recommended for this position. Please include a link to previous work on your résumé or include a writing sample in a cover letter.
Required Education:
- Currently enrolled as a Senior, or graduated within 6 months at the time of the application for this internship, in an accredited U.S. college/university, earning a degree in communications or a related major.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
Apply today to join a hardworking, collaborative team who enjoy pushing the boundaries of creativity to create work that shapes the culture and legacy of our Disney Parks.
Additional Information:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
- Must possess unrestricted work authorization
- Must be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.
- Must provide full work availability
- All candidates must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the session
- Must provide own transportation to/from work
- Current Active Disney cast members must meet Disney Internship transfer guidelines (for Walt Disney World cast members this is no more than four points and one reprimand in the last six months; for Disneyland cast members this is six months of consecutive service and a performance record clear of any disciplinary issues (warnings, suspensions, etc.) for at least six months)
- Program Length: The approximate dates of this internship are January 2023 - June 2023
- Housing:
- This internship is located in Anaheim, CA.
- Candidates must be receptive to providing their own housing for the duration of the internship.
Recommendation – Print This Role Description: Strong candidates may be invited to complete a phone interview. We strongly encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it in the event they are selected for a phone interview. Note that this role description will not be accessible once the posting is closed.