Apply on Employer Site

The Walt Disney Company · 7 hours ago

ABC News Rights & Clearances Intern, Summer 2026

New York, NY, USA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22.50/hr - $22.50/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

The Walt Disney Company is home to ABC News, America’s No. 1 news source providing fact-driven journalism across various platforms. The Rights and Clearances Legal Intern will assist with licensing third-party content for ABC News programming and support various administrative projects within the department.

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

No H1B

Responsibilities

Conduct copyright research

Coordinate with show producers to obtain information regarding show rights

Assist with various administrative projects as assigned by department management

Qualification

Copyright law knowledgeEntertainment industry familiarityNegotiation theory understandingMicrosoft Word proficiencyMicrosoft Excel proficiencyMicrosoft Outlook proficiencyMultitasking abilityTeam collaborationAttention to detail

Required

Demonstrated strong interest in entertainment law, the television industry, and negotiation theory or strategy; completion of relevant coursework is advantageous

Must be able to screen footage and provide administrative and research assistance for current news shows and new programming and distribution opportunities, and assistance with other assigned projects

Must have ability and willingness to work in fast-paced, 24/7 breaking news environment along with the ability to manage and prioritize workflow according to our programming needs

Works well under pressure and in a team-setting, including engaging with cross-functional partners

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

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

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

Able to work Monday through Friday, 9am - 6pm PST

Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the New York City

Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work