WDW Public Affairs & Communications Intern, Fall 2026

The Walt Disney Company•Lake Buena Vista, FL

1d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

About the Role The Walt Disney World (WDW) Communications & Public Affairs team is responsible for shaping and elevating the reputation of The Most Magical Place on Earth through a mix of internal and external communication, media relations, issues and crisis management, content creation, and more. From shining a spotlight on our Cast Members and community to supporting day-to-day media inquiries and issues to dreaming up new ways to tell stories that support our business, our team works collaboratively with other teams and lines of business across WDW to share and protect the magic. As a WDW Communications Intern, you’ll contribute to creative and strategic communication and content creation that reaches approximately 80,000 Cast Members across WDW as well as our Central Florida community, media, and Guests. This internship opportunity is a great way to get experience working with and contributing to a variety of internal and external channels. The intern will report to the Manager of Communications. This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in Orlando, Florida, from June 2026 through January 2027.

Requirements

A zeal for writing and can write in various styles and formats for diverse audiences and platforms (print, web, social media, and video).
Well-versed in grammar and punctuation, and have a strong attention to detail.
Experience in creating basic visual communication, including graphics, photos, and videos, and an interest in developing your creative skills.
Project management and administrative skills, and a self-starter.
Bring a positive outlook to the team and contribute new ideas with confidence.
A collaborative team player who can work well independently or in a group.
A quick learner who enjoys taking on new challenges and is willing to learn new skills, including software applications.
Proficient in basic computer functions and the ability to operate in a Mac/MS Office environment.
You can remain calm under pressure and creatively solve problems.
You can work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities while maintaining a professional poise.
Junior or Senior year preferred
Pursuing a degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Media, or a related field.
A portfolio with writing samples is required.
For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio/writing samples on your résumé.
Applications without a link on the résumé will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position.
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, pursuing a 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.
Fully available from Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Time Zone, with possible weekends or shifts that are outside of these hours for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Orlando, Florida area.
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
Be aligned with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Familiar With Adobe Creative Suite.
Videography and/or photography.
Writing in AP Style.
A passion and knowledge about Disney and its culture, and are excited to help us shape its future.

Responsibilities

Use your creativity and unique point of view to help ensure we tell our WDW story and showcase our Cast culture, community, and business initiatives in the most innovative ways.
Write engaging articles and produce content for internal and external communication platforms like our company intranet site, social media channels, and more.
Design clever visuals that support our communication strategies across different mediums, including infographics, executive presentations, digital slides, and the Tell-A-Cast, a biweekly Cast Member pocket guide featuring current news and theme park information.
Get in on the action by participating in photo and video shoots and media interviews with reporters covering stories at WDW.
Collaborate with the WDW Communications team to support day-to-day priorities, including media monitoring and analysis, and distribution of communication.
Learn new skills and get out of your comfort zone.
Bring a passion and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by inviting diverse perspectives and fostering an inclusive work environment.
Have those “pinch me” moments when you walk down Main Street, U.S.A., before park opening or World Showcase after park close, and realize you’re working at The Most Magical Place on Earth!