Programming and Content Planning Intern, Summer/Fall 2024

The Walt Disney Company

Feb 9, 2024

Applications are closed

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

Requirements

Required Qualifications & Skills:
Highly motivated self-starter who is truly passionate about content planning and strategy
Someone who knows the competitive landscape and can tell you the hottest 5 new shows right now
Someone who sees themselves in a content strategy role in the future and wants to learn the ropes
A candidate with high attention to detail, a professional demeanor, a strong work ethic, and most of all a desire to learn
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 must 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
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information:
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
The approximate dates of this internship are June 2024 through January 2025
All candidates must be willing to work 40 hours/week during a Monday-Friday schedule (hours and days to be determined by your supervisor)
Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the New York, New York area
Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work in the New York area

Responsibilities

For every piece of content, a lot of thought and effort is put behind how and when it is presented to an audience. Why is one show launching on one platform rather than another? Why was one specific release date chosen over another? Being a content strategist is a constant balancing act. A day in the life may include brainstorming new ideas for a “Collection” on our TV app, or cross-checking information that listings providers send out. You may also work on checking competitors’ release strategies and reporting back, or screening potential acquisitions and giving feedback, or you may be helping us refine how we organize our inventory.
Will utilize data to help make strategic scheduling recommendations across all of our platforms
Will have the opportunity to provide feedback on potential acquisitions and original series pitches
Will be responsible for sharing and tracking daily ratings performance and competitive industry news
Will be responsible for auditing our content across multiple platforms and helping to source metadata
Will take on ad hoc projects to support the larger Program Strategy and Content Planning department

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!