Job Posting Title:

Disney Consumer Products Licensed Toys Product Design Intern, Summer/Fall 2026

Req ID:

10143996

Job Description:

About the Role & Program

Disney Consumer Products (DCP) brings the magic of Disney’s beloved stories, franchises, and characters to families and fans around the world. From toys to apparel, books to games, our global organization has a profound impact on The Walt Disney Company and the global markets in which we operate! With a portfolio of renowned franchises including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, 20th Century Studios, National Geographic, and Star Wars, we are a worldwide industry and category leader delivering innovative products that entertain and inspire!

Seeking an intern to work with the Princess, Frozen, and Walt Disney Animation Studios (WDAS) toy design team to assist on specific licensed toy projects. The intern would help identify toy and fashion trends, brainstorm new concepts, develop inspiration boards, and sketch toy ideas. They will work with the design team to give guidance on product design to Disney licensees. The individual will work on 3 specific projects over the course of the internship, as well as being exposed to the daily responsibilities of the Disney Consumer Products Design team. They will learn about the product development process from concept through production, working with internal staff and licensees. The intern will be responsible for working with the Design Manager and design teams to extend existing business and generate concepts for new business.

The intern will report to the Manager, Product Design, Toys.

This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Glendale, California area from June 2026 through January 2027

What You Will Do

• Work with the product design Manager and design team on licensed Disney Consumer Products toy lines
• Participate in product approvals, including creative reviews, feedback sessions, and key meetings with licensees
• Make artistic contributions to new initiatives by sketching concepts, crafting trend boards, and sharing ideas
• Monitor competitors, product innovation, and market dynamics
• Research Initial seasonal trends by category
• Coordinate product submissions for creative reviews and approvals with the design team
• Coordinate and maintain product and market samples
• Recommend product ideas to build and strengthen businesses
• Present concepts and project deliverables to management and internal teams
• Participate in possible limited domestic travel for on-site product approval with licensees

Please Apply If You Have

• Solid knowledge of toy categories, particularly dolls, playsets, and roleplay
• Exhibits ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness
• A high-level understanding of manufacturing (raw materials, plastic molding, textiles, deco applications, label art)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Robust product design skills (e.g., 3D product design, technical design, sketching, creative application)
• Solid computer software skills (e.g., MS Office, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator)

It Would Also Be Great If You Have

• 3D software skills

Education

• Junior or Senior year preferred
• Pursuing a degree in Toy Design, Industrial Design, Fashion Design, Illustration, or a related design field

Required Materials

• A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applications without a portfolio link and writing samples on the résumé will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position. Please visit our support site for additional information.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, pursuing a bachelor's degree, taking at least one class at the time of application, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization.

Additional Information

• The approximate dates of this internship are June 2026 through January 2027.
• Fully available from Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Pacific Time Zone for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week.
• Be aligned with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.
• Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Glendale, California, area.
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work.

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The pay rate for this role in Glendale, CA 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:

NA - Global Product

Job Posting Primary Business:

NA - Global Product

Primary Job Posting Category:

Creative Intern, Merchandising Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-03-02