ABC News Publicity Intern, Summer/Fall 2025

The Walt Disney Company

Feb 17, 2025

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Marketing
Media & Journalism
New York

Requirements

Excellent writing, verbal and interpersonal communication skills working with colleagues across departments at all levels
Hardworking, proactive, eager to learn and willing to tackle new challenges
Curious with attention to detail and ability to balance multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Canva
Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information with discretion
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
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
Availability to work full-time hours (approximately 40 hours per week) for the duration of the internship. Typically, 9am-5pm EST, Monday - Friday. Possibility of working nights and weekends
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the New York, NY area
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

Responsibilities

Compile and edit daily press clips, reporter media lists and correspondent, anchor and executive bios
Maintain social media accounts, creatively disseminating information and press about the ABC News programs and platforms
Assist awards submissions and track guest RSVPs
Write press releases, loglines and manage weekly status reports and highlights documents
Assist during virtual and in-person events (may include some evenings and weekends)
Participate in brainstorming sessions and publicity strategy meetings and handle other administrative tasks as needed

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is approximately from June 2025 to January 2026.

What are the typical working hours for the internship?

The typical working hours are approximately 9am to 5pm EST, Monday to Friday, with the possibility of nights and weekends.

Are there any specific educational requirements for this internship?

Yes, candidates must be a junior or senior pursuing a degree in communications, journalism, or a related field.

What type of housing arrangements should interns make?

Interns must provide their own housing for the duration of the internship program in the New York, NY area.

Is a portfolio of work samples required for the application?

Yes, candidates must provide a link to a portfolio of work samples on their resume.

What is the pay rate for this internship?

The pay rate for this role in New York is $22.00 per hour.

Can interns participate in this program if they have already completed a previous Disney internship?

Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.

What skills are required for this internship position?

Required skills include excellent writing, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, proficiency with MS Office Suite and Canva, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Is any prior experience in media or PR preferred for this internship?

Yes, previous media/PR internship experience or an internship within a related field is preferred.

Do interns need to have reliable transportation to work?

Yes, interns are required to have reliable transportation to and from work.

The Walt Disney Company

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Mission & Purpose

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