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National Geographic Documentary Films Intern, Summer 2025

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Creative Arts & Fashion
    Media & Journalism
  • Los Angeles

Requirements

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Adept at learning new software and systems
  • Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment.
  • 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
  • Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
  • Fully available from Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm PT for the duration of the internship, approximately 32-40 hours each week
  • Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Los Angeles area
  • Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

Responsibilities

  • You will gain insight into all aspects of National Geographic’s Documentary Film business, from commission through production and distribution.
  • You will have the opportunity to attend pitches, internal meetings, and National Geographic events.
  • You will also gain insight into our key strategic initiatives on the content side through a combination of the responsibilities below:
  • Watch internal cuts and attend internal and external notes meetings.
  • Watch buzzworthy documentary films and provide timely and thorough coverage.
  • Track and evaluate incoming submissions and attend pitch meetings.
  • Assist the film festival submission, coordination, tracking and delivery process.
  • Attend and take notes on production, strategy, and distribution meetings.
  • Conduct research as needed.

FAQs

What are the approximate dates for the internship?

The internship is scheduled to take place from June 2025 through August 2025.

What is the pay rate for the National Geographic Documentary Films Intern position?

The pay rate for this internship in California is $22.00 per hour.

What are the required qualifications for applying for this internship?

Candidates must possess strong written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical and organizational skills, experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, the ability to learn new software and systems, and be self-motivated and resourceful.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this internship?

Yes, preferred qualifications include a passion for the entertainment industry, a specific interest in the Nat Geo Documentary Films brand, and a demonstrated enthusiasm for documentary films.

What type of candidates are eligible to apply for this internship?

Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree, be at least 18 years of age, possess unrestricted work authorization, and have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship.

Is housing provided during the internship?

No, interns must provide their own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Los Angeles area.

What is the expected work schedule during the internship?

Interns are expected to be fully available from Monday through Friday, 9 am to 6 pm PT, for approximately 32-40 hours each week.

What additional documents are required to apply for this internship?

A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Documentary Films Intern, Summer 2025 position is required.

Can current Disney interns apply for this position?

Yes, but current Disney interns may only work for one consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.

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