About the Role & Program

At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. 

The Corporate Innovation team at The Walt Disney Company is a highly visible corporate team of professionals who act as in-house consultants/strategists responsible for the identification, analysis, development and execution of corporate innovation initiatives. Specific activities include developing data-driven hypotheses, strategies, and tactics to develop new businesses; identifying, evaluating and negotiating equity investments; managing a portfolio of current investments; incubating or accelerating potential new businesses, assessing emerging market opportunities and fostering innovation within and across TWDC's businesses. The team's activities and accomplishments have contributed to the global strategy and success of The Walt Disney Company across its business units: Studio Entertainment, Media Networks, Direct-to-Consumer International, and Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products. 

As an intern on the Corporate Innovation team, you will be involved in developing technical solutions for potential business opportunities, due diligence, and sourcing of technologies.  The responsibilities center on software development and prototyping, analysis and research of relevant trends and technologies, and the respective companies in those sectors.  Creating software applications and presentations of work will also be a primary function of this internship. 

What You Will Do

• Develop software solutions for potential business opportunities

• Conduct research and due diligence on potential opportunities 

• Prepare a variety of presentation materials for the Corporate Innovation team 

• Assist with evaluation of industry research on technologies and markets with the potential to impact and/or disrupt the future of media and entertainment 

• Research and identify critical technologies that impact the media and entertainment business globally 

• Investigate emerging innovation trends  

• Participate in tech community outreach 

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience using Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud platform, and Amazon AWS APIs

• Proficiency with writing and deploying code

• Familiarity with recent vibe coding tools

• Proficiency in navigating different software solutions to build apps

• Proficiency in Zoom, Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) and Keynote

• Self-starter with ability to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment 

• Strong organization & communication skills 

Required Materials

An online portfolio of recent, relevant coding work is required as part of this application process. This can be from previous internships and personal and/or college courses. This portfolio must be included as a URL link listed on your resume. For full consideration, please include a link in your resume. Applicants without a portfolio will not be considered a complete application packet and may not be fully considered for the position.

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Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Passion for startups, venture investment, and technology 

• Experience preparing presentation materials 

Education

Currently enrolled as a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Product Management, Business, Economics, Analytics or a related discipline.

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

The pay rate for this internship in California is $42 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.