Walt Disney World Executive Communications & Public Affairs Intern, Spring 2027

Disney Open · verified Sep 10, 2026

Lake Buena Vista Full-time Junior Communications

Entry-level Communications role at Disney. Lake Buena Vista · full-time.

Role brief

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What you'll do

Build executive presentations, templates, scripts, correspondence, and other communication materials
Create graphics, social content, and edited videos for Communications and Public Affairs needs
Help organize executive programs, events, presentations, and engagement activities
Work with local and company partners to broaden Disney’s messages
Shape communication strategies while handling general administrative work

What you bring

Provide a portfolio of strong written and visual work through your résumé
Be enrolled in an accredited college or university, taking at least one class, or in a Disney program
Use Canva, Apple Keynote and/or PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and video editing software
Write effective communications with minimal editing and apply AP Style
Be at least 18, hold unrestricted work authorization, and protect confidential information

Who this fits

You’ll fit this internship if you communicate well visually and verbally, manage priorities, solve problems, and collaborate while also working independently. You must commit to the full-time six-month program, Monday through Friday during Eastern Time business hours, with possible evenings, weekends, or other shifts. You’ll need housing in the Orlando area, reliable transportation, alignment with Disney Look guidelines, and current college enrollment or qualifying Disney program participation

From the employer

Job Posting Title:

Walt Disney World Executive Communications & Public Affairs Intern, Spring 2027

Req ID:

10158922

Job Description:

About the Role

The Walt Disney World® Resort is looking for a creative, dynamic communicator to support the Communications & Public Affairs department and the Executive Communications team. This position will primarily support the development of graphics, social media content, presentation templates, and other assets as needed. The intern will also help create written and visual communications that enable senior leaders to connect with Cast Members, business partners, and external audiences. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate across teams and contribute to executive communications presentations, events, and engagements.

What You Will Do

As an Executive Communications & Public Affairs Intern, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Contribute to the development of executive communications strategies
Develop and design presentations
Film and edit videos for social media channels
Design graphics as needed for the Communications & Public Affairs team
Collaborate with the Communications & Public Affairs team to help ensure we tell our stories in the most innovative and creative ways
Build relationships with partners locally and across the company to amplify our message
Support the planning and execution of executive communications programs and events
Assist with preparation, communication, and facilitation of executive communications presentations
Assist with coordinating and supporting ongoing executive engagement tactics
Create and update various forms of written communication, such as scripts and correspondence
General administrative support

This internship is a full-time opportunity for six months, from January 2027 through June 2027.

Please Apply If You Have/Are

A professional demeanor and poise to work with the most senior leaders at the Resort
An ability to tell effective stories, visually and verbally
A self-starter with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
The ability to work independently, as well as within a team environment
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Effective collaboration and integration skills
Project management skills that can shape the overall vision of a project with key partners to deliver results
Thrive on building new relationships and carefully fostering existing ones
A quick learner who enjoys taking on new challenges big and small
Able to safeguard confidential information
Ability to develop effective communications with minimal editing; AP Style
Ability to create visually compelling presentations with Canva, Apple Keynote, and/or Microsoft PowerPoint
Demonstrated proficiency in design and photo editing/experience with Adobe Creative Suite
Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro or other video editing software
Expertise in capturing and editing content for social media, including Instagram and LinkedIn
Experience with both Mac and Windows operating systems, with high expertise in Mac
Willingness to learn new software applications
Available to work evenings and weekends when needed

It Would Also Be Great If You Have /Are Familiar With

Previous Disney experience
Public speaking and sharing professional presentations
Crafting and organizing events
Supporting executives or public figures (e.g., local government officials)
Social Media planning experience
Knowledge of HTML
Microsoft Teams and other Microsoft 365 applications

Education

Junior or Senior year preferred
Pursuing a degree in Communications, English, Creative Writing, Marketing, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Journalism, Customer Engagement, Social Communication, Broadcast Communications, or other relevant subjects

Required Materials

A portfolio that represents your best written and visual examples is required. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applicants without a portfolio will not be considered a complete application packet and may not be fully considered for the position. Please visit our support site for additional information.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below

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

Additional Information

The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 through June 2027
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
We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida-based Disney Interns through American Campus Communities. For more information, click here

Recommendation – Print This Role Description: We encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description to refer to during an interview. This role description will no longer be available once the posting is closed.

The pay rate for this internship in Orlando, Florida, is $23.00 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:

Comms & PA

Job Posting Primary Business:

Comms & PA WDW

Primary Job Posting Category:

Communications Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-09-08