Job Posting Title:

Software Engineering Intern, Summer 2026

Req ID:

10143616

Job Description:

The Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology (DE&ET) organization plays a central role in the future growth of The Walt Disney Company. Our team is responsible for worldwide linear and digital media distribution, design and development of all consumer-facing digital products, advertising technology, consumer data, and international broadcast operations. Our employees are leading, creating, and innovating, making bold moves in unexpected directions that redefine not just what a media company does, but what it can do. With The Walt Disney Company, you can be part of media's evolution, helping us create what's next.

Be a part of an innovative team and culture…

Product Engineering is a unified team responsible for the engineering of Disney Entertainment & ESPN digital and streaming products and platforms. This includes product engineering, media engineering, quality assurance, engineering behind personalization, commerce, lifecycle, and identity.

We are a group where creative, innovate, and collaborate individuals! You’ll work alongside experienced professionals who are transforming the streaming landscape and have the chance to contribute to impactful projects that reach millions of users. Here, you can experiment with the latest technologies, explore fresh ideas, and push the boundaries of what’s possible—all while being part of a culture that values diverse perspectives and empowers you to make a meaningful impact on Disney’s digital future.

A Day in the Life…

Throughout this internship, you will work closely with other engineers to support initiatives that deliver on solutions that drive our Consumer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) capabilities for The Walt Disney Family of Companies including: Parks and Experiences, Disney+, ESPN, Hulu, Disney Store, ABC, Star Wars, Marvel, NatGeo, and more. To do this we build and run highly available and globally replicated systems that power each customer's journey across our services and experiences.

You’ll contribute to the development and testing of innovative features for The Walt Disney Company while gaining experience with real-world projects! From participating in code reviews to collaborating with cross-functional teams, you’ll have a front-row seat to how we create impactful, user-focused digital experiences.

What you will do:            

• Experience working with Java based systems.
• Experience working with at least one of the following JVM languages: Java, Scala, or Kotlin.
• Familiarity with object-oriented and/or functional programming best practices.
• Experience working with Cloud technologies, AWS is preferred.
• Proven ability to quickly learn, adapt, and apply new technologies.
• Self-motivated problem solver with a keen ability to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Proficient in writing clean, readable code that follows industry standards.
• Detailed documentation and able to communicate work clearly.

Education:

• Currently enrolled undergraduate student in an accredited college/university, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Information Technology or related field.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:  

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program AND returning to school the semester/quarter following the internship 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 from M-F, 40 hours each week for the entire program duration: May/June - August/September 2026 (12 weeks)
• Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

The pay rate for this role in Seattle, WA is $42 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:

PE - Commerce & Identity

Job Posting Primary Business:

PE - Commerce & Identity - Offer, Config, & Tooling

Primary Job Posting Category:

Technology Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Seattle, WA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-02-26