The Walt Disney Company · 11 hours ago
ABC News Business Affairs JD Intern, Summer 2026
New York, NY, USA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$22.50/hr - $22.50/hr
Start in 2026 SummerThe Walt Disney Company is a leader in media and entertainment, and they are seeking a Business Affairs JD Intern for the summer of 2026. The intern will support the Business Affairs department with various projects related to ABC News Studios, requiring a basic understanding of copyright and contract law.
Amusement Park and ArcadeAnimationConsumer GoodsDigital MediaE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentMulti-level MarketingPerforming ArtsResorts
No H1B
Responsibilities
Supporting the creation and execution of departmental best practices
Coordinating with ABC News divisions to optimize processes from negotiation to the delivery of ABC News Studios programming
Undertaking a variety of administrative assignments as directed by department leadership
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated strong interest in entertainment law, the television industry, and negotiation theory or strategy; completion of relevant coursework is advantageous
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required
Proven experience working effectively within collaborative teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously
Exceptional attention to detail with a track record of successfully multitasking in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements: 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
Preferred
Previous work experience in the entertainment industry
Junior or Senior year preferred
Major or previous coursework with a business, entertainment, Television, Philosophy, and Journalism
Benefits
Medical
Financial
And/or other benefits
Company
The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
Founded in 1923
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11BKey Investors
Citibank
2020-04-13Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2020-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $6B
1978-01-06IPO
Leadership Team
Jamie Power
SVP, Addressable Sales
Karen Van Kirk
Sr. Vice President, Viewer Experience, Direct-to-Consumer
Recent News
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