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The Walt Disney Company · 2 days ago

National Geographic Editorial Operations Intern, Summer 2026

Washington, DC

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22.50/hr - $22.50/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

The Walt Disney Company is seeking an Editorial Operations Intern for National Geographic magazine's team. The intern will assist in the production of articles, support authors and editors, and ensure accuracy and clarity in content, while gaining hands-on experience in copyediting and research.

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

No H1B

Responsibilities

Identify and locate multiple sources of information applicable to an assigned article

Define key issues and identify factual problems within text and captions

Communicate by phone or email with subject experts in governmental agencies, academic institutions, and industry

Propose fact-checking fixes, in collaboration with colleagues, such as the copy editor and text editor roles

Review published articles as subject background in National Geographic’s archives; consult dictionaries and the National Geographic Style Manual

Write a memo for translators, explaining difficult syntax or grammar, idiomatic phrasing

Qualification

Microsoft OfficeResearch skillsCommunication skillsAirtableInDesign/InCopyOrganizational skillsAttention to detailForeign language proficiencyJournalism experienceWriting skills

Required

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Teams

Skilled in conducting research and utilizing diverse tools to gather information and effectively present findings

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated organizational skills, including record-keeping and the ability to multitask efficiently in a dynamic environment

High attention to detail

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

A link to your portfolio or published writing sample on your resume is required for the National Geographic Editorial Operations Intern, Summer 2026 position

A cover letter indicating your interest in the role is also required

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

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

Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Washington, DC area

Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work