Organisational Management & HRIS Intern

Ready to make magic? We’re hiring for our undergraduate placement scheme. 

We have a very exciting opportunity to be part of the Human Resources (HR) function joining our Global HR Operations (GHRO) Organisational Management and HR Information Systems (HRIS) team. During the 12-month placement you will rotate between the below teams: 

Organisational Management 

This remit oversees The Walt Disney Company’s structure, handling position management and HR data impacts while maintaining high service standards and global partnerships. 

During this rotation, you will learn about headcount management, audits, and improving efficiencies. You will support system hierarchy and data integrity across regions and interact with HR partners like Workforce Planning, Compensation and Benefits, Global HR Operations, and HR Business Partners. 

Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) 

As part of the HRIS function you will support with a broad range of operational and project support for our HR systems such as SAP and Workday in which you will work to manage the core structure, client engagement, data validation, testing, troubleshooting, training, and project integration tasks. 

In this rotation, you will consult on business changes, translate requests into functional requirements for technology teams, ensure accurate HR system setups for compliance, troubleshoot errors, and manage data changes and enhancements. 

In both roles you will support both the Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) and Latin America (LATAM) regions.  

You will gain hands-on experience in strategic consultation, system troubleshooting, testing system changes, and ensuring HR systems meet business and legal requirements.  

This role will require you to be onsite 4 days a week.  

Eligibility 

• Must be a second-year undergraduate student on an industrial placement year course returning to study in Autumn 2026 

• Must have the right to work in the UK already in place 

• Available to start working full time from August 2025 

• Interested in the area you are applying for; whether this is through your studies, experiences, extracurricular activities or a general interest  

About you 

• A strong curiosity for human resources and systems 

• Attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure 

• Ability to connect with people at all levels in a professional and mature manner 

• Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and undertake various administrative duties 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 

In order to be successful, we will be looking for potential in the following areas: 

• Builds Relationship & Communicates Effectively 

• Drives Results 

• Thinks Strategically 

• Inspires Creativity & Innovation 

• Exhibits Professional Excellence 

The Perks 

• Develop your workplace skills and experience to help build the foundations of your future career 

• Constructive on-the-job training as well as companywide learning and development initiatives 

• Learn how decisions and actions are made within a global business environment 

• Tackle real responsibility and become an essential part of an encouraging team 

• Have the support and network of a large community of interns 

• Access to join and support our Employee Resource Groups ranging from WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group – TRUST 

• Annual salary of £28,000 with 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays) 

• Discounts & Perks: You are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort food & beverage and ticketing 

• Access to free support services including Unmind, the mental wellbeing app 

• Opportunity to select eye care and flu vouchers 

Interested? 

Before applying we would strongly encourage you to read our hints and tips here: https://disneycasting.net/kenexa/profintern/Candidate_Hints_and_Tips.pdf so you can set yourself up for success and learn about the recruitment process. 

You will need to apply with your CV and cover letter via the link on this page.

Please note, applications without a cover letter will not be considered. 

For your cover letter we will be looking for approximately 400 words and looking to understand the following areas: 

• Why have you chosen Disney? 

• Why have you chosen this internship? 

• Why should Disney consider you for this internship? 

We don't have fixed closing dates, as we recruit on a rolling basis, so we will close roles when we have a sufficient number of applications. We would strongly suggest to submit your application sooner rather than later. 

Once we have received your application we will be in contact within 14 days to let you know more about the blended online assessment. 

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. 

Good luck!