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El Capitan Sales, Marketing & Operational Intern, Summer 2026
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10136186 Location Los Angeles, California, United States / West Hollywood, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Studios Date posted Jan. 14, 2026Job Summary:
About the Role & Program
It’s the magic of immersing yourself in a motion picture masterpiece, or a new track from your favorite band, or the spectacle of a live Broadway show. It’s hard to define and even harder to create, but that’s what we do at The Walt Disney Studios. Ours is a culture of innovation, collaboration and creativity. We raise the bar, then step over it, blazing trails through the production and distribution of world class entertainment around the globe. If you want to help tell compelling, enduring stories through movies, music or stage plays, then we want to hear from you.
The Walt Disney Studios encompasses the creation, production, promotion, sales, acquisition and domestic and international distribution of live-action and animated motion pictures, DVD releases, live stage plays, and music and soundtrack recordings. Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures is a fast-paced division responsible for operations, entertainment and sales for the El Capitan Theatre, Disney’s flagship right in the heart of Hollywood, in addition to producing multiple world premieres and company-wide events. This internship is a full-time, three-month commitment in the Hollywood, California area from June-August 2026.
What You Will Do
The ideal candidate will support the El Capitan and Disney Studio Store Operations and Production teams working on all aspects of Theatrical Exhibition, Retail, Marketing and Live Entertainment. Highlights will include the special El Capitan engagements and World Premieres plus other El Capitan supported events with these possible job responsibilities:
- Theatre operations
- Retail operations
- Marketing and ticket sales
- Coordinating talent, schedules and other production operations
- Planning and organizing future events and sales programs
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Energetic personality and strong work ethic
- Ability to think on feet in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multitask and be detail oriented
- Ability to work with a team to create and share ideas
- Strong computer skills with a variety of program experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Prior retail skills with customer service
- Experience in theatre arts and/or stage management
- Social media and computer graphics experience
Education
- Junior or Senior year preferred
- Major or previous coursework in Business, Media Studies, Theatre, Marketing, Operations Management, or related major 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 Information
- Fully available with a consistent and reliable work schedule from June to August 2026 for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
- Able to provide own housing and transportation for the duration of the internship program in the Hollywood, California area
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 Studios:
For over 95 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today it brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, music, and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. The Walt Disney Studios encompasses a collection of respected film studios, including Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of world-class stage shows.
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 Buena Vista Theatres, Inc, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Studios.
Buena Vista Theatres, 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.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.