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ABC News This Week Production Intern, Spring 2026

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The Walt Disney Company

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Media & Journalism
  • Washington

AI generated summary

  • You need journalism experience, teamwork skills, and a related major. Must be 18+, enrolled in college, available 32 hours/week, and provide housing and transportation in D.C.
  • You will generate ideas in meetings, research for interviews, transcribe recordings, assist with live production, and publish digital summaries post-show.

Requirements

  • Previous experience (academic or internship) in journalism (print and/or broadcast); television production, news and news media production or reporting; and/or television news script writing
  • Experience with multi-tasking in a constantly evolving work environment, effectively balancing and prioritizing multiple projects with attention to detail
  • Experience working in collaborative environments, and researching and/or using a range of tools to acquire information and present findings
  • Major or previous coursework in Journalism, Political Science, Communications, Media Studies, Film/Television or a related field
  • Junior or Senior year preferred
  • 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
  • Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
  • Fully available to work 32 hours per week, Thursday - Sunday (hours and days to be determined by your supervisor and could include early mornings, nights, weekends, and/or possible overnights)
  • Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Washington D.C. area
  • Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

Responsibilities

  • Generating and communicating ideas in editorial pitch meetings
  • Conducting background research for headline interviews and roundtable segments
  • Transcribing prerecorded interviews
  • Assisting in the production of the live show on Sunday mornings, including guest greeting
  • Publishing digital stories summarizing headline interviews post-show

FAQs

What are the dates for the internship?

The approximate dates of this internship are from January 2026 through early June 2026.

What are the required hours for this internship?

The internship requires 32 hours of work per week, specifically from Thursday to Sunday.

Are there any specific educational requirements to apply for this internship?

Candidates should be enrolled in an accredited college/university majoring in Journalism, Political Science, Communications, Media Studies, Film/Television, or a related field, with preference for Junior or Senior year students.

What is the pay rate for the internship?

The pay rate for this role in Washington D.C. is $22.50 per hour.

Is prior experience required for applicants?

Yes, applicants should have previous experience (academic or internship) in journalism, television production, or related fields.

Do applicants need to provide their own housing?

Yes, interns must provide their own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Washington D.C. area.

Is there a minimum age requirement to apply for this internship?

Yes, applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Can I apply if I have completed a Disney internship in the past?

No, candidates must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program to be eligible.

Are there benefits provided for this internship?

Yes, select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, including medical, financial, and/or other benefits based on the level and position offered.

Do I need to have reliable transportation to apply?

Yes, candidates must have reliable transportation to and from work for the duration of the internship.

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The Walt Disney Company

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