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The Walt Disney Company · 1 day ago

National Geographic Documentary Films Intern, Summer 2026

Burbank, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22.50/hr - $22.50/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

The Walt Disney Company is offering an internship opportunity with National Geographic Documentary Films to learn about the development, commissioning, and distribution of documentary films. Interns will gain insight into content management, attend meetings, and assist with various tasks related to the documentary film business.

Amusement Park and ArcadeAnimationConsumer GoodsDigital MediaE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentMulti-level MarketingPerforming ArtsResorts

No H1B

Responsibilities

Watching internal cuts and attending internal and external notes meetings

Watching buzzworthy documentary films and providing timely and thorough coverage

Tracking and evaluating incoming submissions and attending pitch meetings

Assisting the film festival submission, coordination and delivery process

Attending and taking notes on production, strategy, and distribution meetings

Conducting research as needed, including talent, festival and awards tracking

Qualification

Analytical skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationOrganizational skillsMicrosoft OfficeProject tracking applicationsResourcefulInterest in documentary filmsLearning new softwareSelf-motivated

Required

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Passion for the entertainment industry with a specific interest in documentary films and the Nat Geo Documentary Films brand

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment

Adept at learning new software and systems

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

Be at least 18 years of age

Possess unrestricted work authorization

A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Documentary Films Intern, Summer 2026 position is required to be considered for the opportunity

Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship

Fully available from Monday through Thursday, 9am to 6pm PT for the duration of the internship

Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Burbank, California area

Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work