Career Development & Education Programs Intern, Spring 2026

About the Role and Program

The Talent and Growth team is responsible for the development, management, and continuous improvement of Education Programs, Business Office, and Enterprise Career Development.  This includes setting and implementing strategy for education programs and career development experiences within The Walt Disney Company and collaborating with key internal and external partners to lead and administer the programs.

We are looking for experienced individuals (2) with analytical mind-sets and a passion for events, operations, efficiency, education and career development. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who will ensure that the Disney standards are reflected consistently across all efforts.

These roles will be in CA and FL respectively and will report to the Senior Manager, Talent Readiness and Education Programs and the Manager, Career Services. Both positions are full-time, six-month internships running from January 2026 – June 2026.

What You Will Do:

In this exciting and fast-paced changing environment, your ability to demonstrate a strong understanding of event planning and logistics, supporting daily program operations and administrative tasks is critical. Additionally, the ability to draw meaningful connections between data sets and programmatic needs is essential to effective collaboration with key partners and stakeholders. This position requires a high level of integrity fueled by your ability to be a self-starter, resourceful, overcome hurdles, think outside the box and ability to build long term relationships with others to accomplish goals. Your role will directly support:

• Support day-to-day operations of event efforts including planning, tracking, and logistics

• Manage, replenish, and track inventory of all collateral and resources

• Support new event development, planning and execution

• Assist with daily operations of Education Programs, Business Office, and Enterprise Career Development, including but not limited to communications, website administration, issue resolution support, presentations and other critical administrative tasks

• Support new Career Development organization initiatives and associated required tasks to ensure deliverables are met, including innovative resource development and visual data storytelling.

• Work in a structured and autonomous environment while communicating effectively with Learning & Talent Solutions COE team members and key internal and external partners

• Be part of a team that continually challenges themselves to undergo constant evolution within our operational processes

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to handle confidential information

• Supporting a team environment on day-to-day tasks while contributing independently in a fast-paced setting, ensuring the success of all tasks

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint); Experience with spreadsheets and tracking qualitative and quantitative data

• Strong partnering, networking and relationship building skills along with oral and written communication skills

• Team player with an ability to balance multiple projects in a positive, proactive manner

• Event coordination experience and a positive attitude

• Proven organizational skills while ensuring attention to detail

• Demonstrated critical thinking skills

• Familiarity and exposure to AI (i.e. Copilot)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiar with and/or a graduate of the Disney Aspire Program

• Previous experience with Adobe InDesign and Illustrator

• Event knowledge and experience such as logistical planning, creating marketing materials, volunteer scheduling, event set-up and breakdown, day-of monitoring, etc.

• Spanish fluency/ Haitian Creole fluency

• Interest in developing creative writing skills, presentation and facilitation skills

• Experience using Smartsheets

• A personal vehicle is highly recommended for both locations to travel to various special events.

Education

• Junior or Senior year preferred

• Major or previous coursework in Human Resources, Project Management, Training and Development, Business, Communications, Creative Writing, Graphic Design, Organizational Management, or other related field

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:

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 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:

• Candidate must be fully available to work full time hours (approximately 40 hours per week) for the duration of the internship.

• This internship is an on-site position, but also requires a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspace for any days you may work from home.

• You must be able to provide your own housing and reliable transportation for the duration of the internship program.

• We highly encourage applicants to print a copy of this job description so they can refer to it in the event they are selected to move forward in the interview process. Note that it will not be accessible once the posting is closed.

The pay rate for this role in California and Florida is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.