ABC News Consumer Insights Intern, Summer/Fall 2024

The Walt Disney Company

Feb 10

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Business, Operations & Strategy
Media & Journalism
New York City
Remote

Requirements

Required Qualifications & Skills:
A strong passion for understanding the motivations and behaviors related to news viewership
Experience creating aesthetically pleasing PowerPoint documents, emails, and Word documents
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Basic knowledge in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Strong time management and organization skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to prepare analyses under time critical deadlines
Excellent oral and written communication skills
A strong interest in News and Entertainment programs!
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with Tableau, or similar data visualization/analysis tools
Previous experience in an analytical field, preferably in news and/or media or an analytical field
Education:
Undergraduate students in their Junior or Senior year (or recently graduated within the past 6 months) in an analytical field, preferably in news and/or media
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
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 have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting 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:
The approximate dates of this internship are June 2024 through January 2025
Able to be fully available for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
This internship is a remote position and requires a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspace

Responsibilities

This internship, supporting the ABC News Consumer Insights team, explores the attitudes and behaviors that contribute to news viewership as well as reporting on that viewership across platforms.
Assisting the Senior Managers on projects specific to ABC News programs and properties
Aiding in both the quantitative and qualitative phases of research – survey and focus group development, data analysis, report-making, and presentations to partners
Monitoring several sources of syndicated research and synthesizing into digestible reports for ABC News partners
Cultivating insights on different audience groups, such as Gen Z and our diverse audiences, to advise audience growth strategies
Helping to create a set of templates to aid in data visualization and presentations
Assisting in creating ratings reports & analysis on a regular basis
Scheduling presentations and assisting in meeting set-ups
Assist sister brands (FX, National Geographic, et al.) with various projects and metadata verification

The Walt Disney Company

Entertainment & Media

Industry

10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

From classic animated features and exhilarating theme park attractions to cutting edge sports coverage, and the hottest shows on television, The Walt Disney Company has been making magic since 1923, creating unforgettable stories that connect with audiences around the world. And we’re just getting started! The key to our success…. The Cast, Crew, Imagineers and Employees who honor Disney’s rich legacy by stretching the bounds of imagination to create the never-before-seen, bringing unparalleled entertainment experiences to people of all ages. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world and just imagine the stories you could be part of… What is #LifeAtDisney like? It’s a series of magical moments with cast members and employees developing and telling our stories in the most innovative ways. Whether it’s a day spent as a Disney VoluntEAR, or celebrating the release of a new interactive experience, retail product or movie, our days are filled with the knowledge that we are creating entertainment experiences the whole family can enjoy. Follow @DisneyCareers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a peek behind-the-curtain, and discover how you could connect to a world of stories with Disney!