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ABC and Hulu Comedy Intern, Spring 2026
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10130619 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Oct. 17, 2025Job Summary:
About the Role & Program
ABC and Hulu’s compelling programming includes “Only Murders in the Building,” “The Handmaid’s Tale,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” the longest-running medical drama in primetime television; exciting dramas “High Potential”, “Paradise,” and “The Rookie,” trailblazing comedies “Abbott Elementary,” “Shifting Gears,” and the highly-anticipated return of “Scrubs”; animated juggernauts “Futurama” and “King of the Hill”; reality phenomenon “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives”, the “Bachelor” franchise, “Shark Tank,” “Dancing with the Stars”; “General Hospital,” which has aired for more than 55 years on the network; and late-night talk show “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” The network also boasts some of television’s most prestigious awards shows, including “The Oscars®,” “The Grammys®,” “The CMA Awards” and the “American Music Awards.”
The ABC and Hulu Comedy team oversees all primetime and streaming scripted comedy series development and current programming.
This is a full-time internship, and the approximate dates of this internship are January 2026 through June 2026. If selected for this role, you will report directly to the Coordinator of Comedy Development. A cover letter indicating your interest in the ABC & Hulu Comedy Intern, Spring 2026 position is required.
What You Will Do
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Supporting Assistants with production grids, project tracking, calendar invites, checking and tracking calls/voicemails, video conference setups and general daily administrative tasks.
Supporting the Coordinator in various administrative tasks and project tracking.
Reading scripts, writing coverage and engaging in/consuming and tracking various forms of media that could be of interest to the development team, including but not limited to podcasts, television series, movies, novels, comic books, web series, social media personalities, etc.
Distribution of various documents and media internally.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Proven skills utilizing Google Suite and MS Office Suite, including Google Drive, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Previous internship experience within a related field.
An interest in scripted television and hunger to learn about television.
Strong attention to detail.
Responsible, dependable, and organized with excellent communication/writing skills.
Must be able to multi-task and prioritize assignments by deadline
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in covering phone lines for executives and/or senior leadership.
Knowledge of current series on ABC, Hulu, and other networks.
Interest in comedy and knowledge of stand-up, improv, and sketch talent.
Education
Senior year preferred
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 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
Additional Required Documents
A cover letter indicating your interest in the ABC & Hulu Comedy Intern, Spring 2026 position is required.
Additional Information
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
The approximate dates of this internship are January 2026 through June 2026
Fully available from Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm PT for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Burbank, California area
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
The pay rate for this role in California 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.
About Disney Entertainment Television:
Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.