National Geographic Production Management Intern, Summer 2025

The Walt Disney Company

Jan 17

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Customer Relations
Media & Journalism
Washington

Requirements

Strong oral and written communication skills
Analytical and organized
Ability to handle and prioritize simultaneous projects and meet deadlines
Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgement
Proficient in the use of MS PowerPoint, Word and Excel
Interest in National Geographic and its mission
Interest in unscripted and documentary stories
Proficient in InDesign or Photoshop
Junior or Senior year preferred
Major or previous coursework in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Business Administration, or related major preferred
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
A cover letter is required indicating your interest in the National Geographic Production Management Intern, Summer 2025 position is required.
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
The approximate dates of this internship are May 2025 through August 2025
Fully available from Monday through Thursday, 9am to 6pm EST for the duration of the internship, 32 hours each week
Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Washington D.C. area
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

Responsibilities

Attend several production management and production meetings for Unscripted, Feature Doc and Natural History specials and series.
Shadow an LP or PM as they review budget and schedule materials to prepare for Greenlight.
Shadow an LP or PM on a special or series that is already in production to gain insight into their day-to-day management of the production.
Shadow a UM on a special or series that is already in production to gain insight into their day-to-day management of deliverables.
Assist Production Management team on projects as needed including various production tracker documents, production databases and reports.
Liaise with the hiring manager to update a production management presentation that details production management's overarching role.
Initiating and presenting a department enhancing project that is tailored to interests of the intern and the goals of Production Management.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is approximately from May 2025 through August 2025.

What are the working hours for this internship?

Interns are expected to be fully available from Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 6 pm EST, working a total of 32 hours each week.

Is a cover letter required for the application?

Yes, a cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Production Management Intern position is required.

Are there any specific qualifications needed to apply for this internship?

Candidates should be enrolled in an accredited college/university, preferably in their junior or senior year, and pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Business Administration, or a related major.

What skills are required for this internship?

Required skills include strong oral and written communication, analytical and organizational abilities, the capacity to handle multiple projects, self-motivation, and proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

Is there any preferred experience or knowledge?

Preferred qualifications include an interest in National Geographic's mission, unscripted and documentary stories, and proficiency in InDesign or Photoshop.

Do candidates need to have their own housing during the internship?

Yes, interns are required to provide their own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Washington D.C. area.

What is the pay rate for this internship?

The pay rate for this internship in Washington D.C. is $22.00 per hour.

Are there any specific eligibility requirements?

Yes, candidates must be at least 18 years of age, possess unrestricted work authorization, and must have been enrolled in an accredited college/university or currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.

What kind of projects will interns assist with?

Interns will assist with various production tracker documents, production databases, reports, and will have the opportunity to initiate and present a department-enhancing project that aligns with their interests and the goals of Production Management.

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