Job Posting Title:

Subscriber Growth & Monetization Intern, Summer 2026

Req ID:

10141292

Job Description:

About the Role & Program

The Subscriber Growth & Monetization (SGM) team is a highly visible team of professionals with backgrounds in consulting, investment banking, private equity, media & entertainment, and technology who serve as in-house advisers to Direct-to-Consumer’s executive leadership, and own the subscriber, engagement, and revenue growth planning and reporting. The team’s activities and accomplishments have contributed to the rapid growth and success of the Direct-to-Consumer business. 

What You Will Do

We are seeking an intern that will play a role in growing our direct-to-consumer business globally. This internship is designed as a rotational opportunity where interns may be placed into — and gain exposure across — multiple functional verticals within SGM, including Subscriber Planning, Revenue Planning, Engagement Planning, Product Planning, and Pricing & Yield Management. The program offers a unique, high‑impact opportunity to contribute to global DTC growth strategies while developing a cross‑functional understanding of the streaming subscriber lifecycle and monetization levers. 

Responsibilities 

• Analyze core business drivers spanning subscribers, engagement, revenue, pricing, promotions, and product performance to support strategic decision‑making across the organization.

• Support business case development for growth initiatives, including new product features, promotional strategies, pricing changes, bundles, and lifecycle offers.

• Conduct ad‑hoc deep dives to identify performance drivers, diagnose issues, and uncover opportunities across markets, partnerships, and product changes.

• Synthesize findings into compelling presentations and communication materials for leadership, highlighting insights, risks, opportunities, and recommendations, and present to leadership.

• Monitor competitive and industry trends across streaming, pricing, promotions, product innovation, and consumer behavior to contextualize internal performance.

• Gain exposure to multiple perspectives within SG&M through collaborative work, mentorship opportunities, and project assignments aligned with business priorities. 

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Strong analytical skills and understanding of basic financial and subscriber metrics 

• Strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization 

• A proactive, self-directed approach and the ability to learn quickly 

• Ability to work well in teams, both within the group and with other business units 

• Maturity to handle sensitive and highly confidential information 

Education

Currently enrolled as a junior or senior student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business or other quantitative field.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below:

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program 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

• Please note this internship will be available in two locations: New York City and Santa Monica, CA. There will be an intern selected for each location. 

• The approximate dates of this position are May/June 2026 through August/September 2026

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

• Fully available from Monday-Friday for the duration of the position, 40 hours per week

The pay rate for this internship in California and New York is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

Direct to Consumer

Job Posting Primary Business:

DTC Subscription Planning

Primary Job Posting Category:

Business Strategy and Development Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Santa Monica, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

USA - NY - 7 Hudson Square

Date Posted:

2026-01-23