Disneyland Resort Media Relations and External Communications Intern, Summer/Fall 2024

The Walt Disney Company

Feb 16, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Media & Journalism
Los Angeles

Requirements

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills in AP style with keen attention to detail
Social media skills with an understanding of Instagram trends, algorithms, and metrics
Video editing experience in Adobe Premiere Pro
Excellent verbal proficiency and the ability to handle confidential information
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Capability to handle numerous projects and priorities simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional PR agency experience or experience working with media or in a newsroom
Previous reporting/writing experience with a student or professional publication
WordPress experience
Current or former Disneyland Resort Cast Member with a minimum of six months of Disneyland Resort experience
Verbal and written proficiency in Spanish
Education:
Currently pursuing a degree in communications or a related major
Required Materials:
A writing sample is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your writing sample on your résumé or attach it to your cover letter. Applicants without a sample will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position.r
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:
Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and taking at least one class or be a recent graduate of an accredited college or university within the last six (6) months at the time of application, or be currently participating in the Disney College Program, Disney Culinary Program or Disney Internship.
You are required to be at least 18 years of age.
Expected to not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Is mandated to possess unrestricted work authorization.
Additional Information:
Be aligned with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.
Critical to provide full work availability.
Encouraged to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the session.
This internship is a hybrid position - It is vital to provide a working, reliable internet connection and a quiet, dedicated workspace.
Program length - The approximate dates of this internship are June 2024 through January 2025.
Work details - You are expected to work FULL-TIME hours (approximately 40 per week) during the internship.
It is imperative to have reliable transportation to/from work.
It is essential to arrange your housing throughout this internship.

Responsibilities

Content creation:
Developing engaging social media content for the Disneyland Resort’s Cast and Community and Disneyland Ambassador social platforms by brainstorming content ideas, filming and editing videos for Instagram stories and reels
Using strong writing skills to write compelling stories about the Disneyland Resort, its Cast Members, and top initiatives
Writing and curating content for online newsletters and other editorial platforms
Reputation management/research:
Provide input to the success of our team by handling contact lists, building presentations, fact-checking, and conducting research
Keeping a pulse on news involving the organization by coordinating social and traditional media for relevant clips

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