Job Posting Title:

ESPN Production Operations Intern, Charlotte, Summer 2026

Req ID:

10143247

Job Description:

About the Role & Program

ESPN Production Operations is responsible for overseeing and driving the day-to-day operations, personnel and technical management of SEC Network studio productions and REMI events in Charlotte, NC. Production Operations ensures that personnel are crewed for Studio and REMI events in each area of PCR, Studio, Media, Audio and Central Record. We work closely with Production, Engineering, and Studio Directing to ensure proper needs for each show and help coordinate any technical requests.

The dates of this internship are June 1st through August 7, 2026.

What You Will Do

Throughout the internship, you will be able to observe various technical duties as it relates to SEC Network and REMI events. This individual is expected to acquire basic knowledge of each technical position and how these positions equally contribute to a production. Responsibilities include:

• Operating and supporting a variety of studio equipment, including cameras and media playout systems, under supervision

• Assisting with special summer projects and production initiatives as assigned

• Attending technical and managerial meetings to gain exposure to studio operations, workflows, and best practices

• Developing a working knowledge of technical equipment and production systems used in live and live-to-tape environments

• Communicating technical issues clearly and effectively, escalating concerns to appropriate team members

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Exposure to broadcast technical equipment, with the ability to learn and support studio systems under supervision

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including clear, professional voice and email communication

• Proficiency in Windows-based PC applications, with the ability to quickly learn internal tools and systems

• Flexible availability, including the ability to work evenings, weekends, and varied production schedules as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Campus or previous internship experience working in Technical Operations

Education

• Junior or Senior year preferred

• Major or previous coursework in Journalism, Sports Media, Communications or related major preferred

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

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

• 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

Additional Information

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

• Fully available to work different shifts for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week

• Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program

• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

• A limited amount of housing assistance will be provided for those who are eligible

The pay rate for this role in North Carolina is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as
part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits,
dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit:
https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

ESPN Content Operations

Job Posting Primary Business:

Studio Operations

Primary Job Posting Category:

Production Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Charlotte, NC, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-04-02