Job Posting Title:

Disney Platform Distribution Sales Intern, Summer 2026

Req ID:

10139111

Job Description:

About the Role & Program:

Platform Distribution negotiates the business, economic, technology, product, data, and advertising terms that drive distribution of The Walt Disney Company’s content across a wide range of partners. This includes global direct-to-consumer services (Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu), linear TV channels (ABC, Disney Junior, ESPN, Freeform, National Geographic, etc.), theatrical films, Free Ad-Supported Streaming (FAST) channels, other ad-supported video offerings, ABC News, and audio streaming content.

The individual must possess organizational, communication and analytical skills, an interest in the media & entertainment business as well as an initiative-taking mindset.  Above all, they must think big, learn quickly, and approach every challenge with enthusiasm.

What You Will Do:

• Assist with the various stages of the distribution lifecycle, including partner engagement, deal execution, audience growth strategies, performance reporting, and development of sales and partnership presentations.
• Assist with business updates based on account activity and the needs of the team.
• Help create, maintain, and refresh team documents and trackers.
• Assist in projects related to team objectives
• Establish and maintain relationships with key internal stakeholders (e.g., finance, legal, marketing, operations) in partnership support.
• Account negotiation and executive material prep

Required Experience/Skills:

• A desire to learn the intricacies of the entertainment business, including components of advertising, technology, finance, and law.
• A general understanding of the media landscape, including competitors and industry trends.
• Strong organization skills, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in the Microsoft product suite (SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
• Capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment

Education:

• Junior or Senior year preferred
• Major or previous coursework in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Business Administration, or other related major preferred

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:

• 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.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information:

• Availability for the duration of the internship in New York City: June – August 2026
• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• Fully available from Monday – Friday for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week (if applicable)
• Able to provide own transportation and housing for the duration of the internship program.

The pay rate for this role in 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, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

Platform Distribution

Job Posting Primary Business:

PD Sales

Primary Job Posting Category:

Other

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

New York, NY, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-02-12