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Geospatial Intern, Spring 2026
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10130394 Location Burbank, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Oct. 08, 2025Job Summary:
About the Role & Program
The Global Security Control Center (GSCC) is responsible for supporting emergency and non-emergency events, researching global affairs, incoming call mitigation, event dispatching, and event-driven global notification services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In an emergency, the team advises and coordinates Disney enterprise assistance and support by providing technical and advisory support for the performance of crucial operational services, the issuance of warnings of risks and hazards, dissemination of employee information, as well as serving the central communication intake point for management, control and reduction of immediate threats to health and safety.
This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Glendale, CA area from January 2026 – June 2026.
What You Will Do
As a Geospatial Intern, you will be a member of the Travel Safety Program and assist with mapping Disney’s geographical locations, trips, expeditions, productions and tours worldwide to enable the user to acquire real-time information to navigate clear from potential dangers, concerns and vulnerabilities; violent protests, inclement weather patterns, natural disasters, pandemic travel restrictions and ordinances, social media threats, medical emergencies, and other travel hazards.
Every day is unique in this role; and depending on the day, you could be assisting with…
Plotting Disney assets (worldwide) into security alerting platforms
Ensuring all assets are current by ingesting data from business partners across the enterprise
Assist in briefing internal and external partners on the geospatial capabilities of the GSCC
Using geospatial tools for visually spectacular graphics and presentations
Using intuitive data analysis tools and open-source data to add valuable context to asset locations
Providing cartographic support in the event of a security incident
Required Qualifications & Skills
Foundational knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), which includes one year or more of experience with GIS tools
Excellent written, communication and presentation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams – Able to learn new programs/technical systems quickly
A self-starter with strong attention to detail; Able to take initiative and pivot when needed
Comfortable working in a highly collaborative environment
Ability to progress between calm and very active work conditions; A sense of urgency in a 24/7 environment, with quick response to critical developing issues
Working experience with Esri’s ArcGIS platform, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with programming tools and automation platforms, including Python and Power Automate
Experience working with large sets of data
Familiar with Adobe Suite
Interest in security systems, physical security, threat analysis, and global affairs
Professional and demonstrates business acumen
Education
Junior or Senior preferred
Major of previous coursework in International Relations, Geospatial Studies, Geo-Design, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Technologies, Geo-Spatial Data Science, Criminal Justice, or a closely 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, Monday-Friday during normal business hours.
This internship is an on-site position, but also requires a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspace for the days you may work from home.
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 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 The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):
At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.
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 Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).
Disney Worldwide Services, 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.