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Disney 12-month Internship Programme - United Kingdom

During our 12-month internship programme, you will have a fantastic opportunity to supplement your university degree with a work placement in one of our world-class business functions. Whether you cultivate relationships with clients in sales, lend your analytical expertise to finance, or harness your creative talents in products and licensing, you'll help us create stories that are truly remarkable.

As part of your 12-month internship, you will get access to the Disney Intern Development Programme - a curated learning pathway for interns incorporating on-demand, instructor-led, and project-based learning elements designed to support you and your development as a Disney Intern.

Our invaluable 12-month internship scheme will put your education to work and give you the cutting-edge skills and experience to build your future career. We’ll train you and give you every opportunity – the rest is up to you. This is Disney, where dreams and career aspirations can come true!

Programme Highlights

  • 12-month internship programme beginning Summer 2027
  • Applications open 13th October 2026 and will remain open for one or two weeks depending on the programme you are applying for
  • Work in our Hammersmith, London office, on-site four days per week
  • Intern Development Programme:
    • Instructor-led workshops
    • Professional skills development sessions
    • Networking opportunities
    • Career development
    • Productivity training
    • Delivered with Insights Discovery to explore preferences and working styles
    • Self-awareness development
    • Learning from Disney leaders and experts

Areas of Opportunity

Commercial:

  • Accounting & Finance
  • Business, Sales & Commercial
  • Fashion, Product Licensing & Buying
  • Consumer Research, Data & Insights
  • Marketing & Brand Management
  • Social Media, PR & Communications
  • People & Culture (HR)
  • Technology & IT

ESPN:

  • ESPN Content Sales
  • ESPN Editorial
  • ESPN Digital Production and Social Content

Creative:

  • Broadcast & Media Operations
  • Post-Production Technology
  • Creative Campaigns
  • Graphic & Digital Design
  • Product Design & Development

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United Kingdom Programme Requirements

To be eligible for the internship programme, you must meet the below criteria:

  • Undergraduate at a UK or Ireland University returning to full-time education in Autumn 2028
  • Available to start working full-time in June 2027
  • The right to work in the UK
  • Interested in the area you're applying to whether this is through your studies, experiences or extra-curricular activities
  • Candidates must be able to work in our Hammersmith, London office, on-site four days per week

Disney Internships UK Benefits


Professional Development

    • Develop workplace skills and experience to build the foundations for your future career
    • Constructive on-the-job training
    • Companywide learning and development initiatives
    • Learn how decisions and actions are made within a global business environment
    • Take on real responsibility and become an essential part of an encouraging team

Intern Community

    • Support and network of a large community of interns

Belonging Employee Resource Group

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

 

Annual Salary: £28,000

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Discounts and Perks

    • Discount on designated Disney products, resort food and beverage and ticketing

Wellbeing Resources

    • There are tools and techniques available through Unmind to support your health and wellbeing
    • Employee Assistance Programme which you can access support on a wide range of issues. This service is free for you to use and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week

Opportunity to select eye care, flu vouchers and season ticket loan

Disney 12-month Internships UK Programme Timeline

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13th October
Applications for Commercial & ESPN will be open for one week, and Creative applications will be open for two weeks.

14 Days After Applying
You will receive a blended
online assessment to
complete, designed to understand your skills in relation to the internship

Between November and January
Managers will get in contact to discuss your application in further detail and outline the next stages of the process which is usually:
1st Stage Motivational Interview
Final stage Competency Based Interview or Assessment Day

Summer 2027
Start of Programme

Disney UK Intern Bibechana smiling with long black hair, glasses and a brown sweater. Chip, Dale and Pluto animated characters are in her background.

“From day one, you're trusted to contribute your ideas and work on projects that have a real impact. Beyond our daily roles, we've had countless opportunities, as interns, to get involved in throughout our year-long journey, including the Intern Development Programme and regular networking events.”

- Binita, Disney Information Security Intern UK

“What sets Disney internships apart is the sense of community amongst the intern cohort. There is over 150+ interns and nearly every team has as intern, so it’s a great way to bond and make friends in such a large company.”

- Tom, Studios Sales Intern

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Disney UK Intern Callum, wearing a black polo and smiling with Daisy Duck

“With my role, I learn something new every single day, whether it’s about marketing or Disney or TV or film. Managing marketing campaigns from the beginning, right to the end and having to organize big-scale projects is such a fun part of my job.”

-Ethan, National Geographic Marketing Intern

Watch Ethan's Story

Disney 12-month Internships United Kingdom Programme
Frequently Asked Questions

These are frequently asked questions about the Disney 12-month Internship UK Programme. For assessment hints and tips, please visit this blog post.

How do I notify you if I require adjustments/assistance with the recruitment process?

Can I submit more than one application at once?

Please email Recruitment.London@disney.com with the adjustments/assistance you require. A member of our Early Careers team will get in touch to discuss and support you with this. 
No, you are only allowed to submit one application. Therefore, please ensure that you spend time reviewing the information on this website to ensure that you apply to the programme that motivates you most.

What is the working pattern at The Walt Disney Company?

Does The Walt Disney Company pay interns?

We operate a four-day onsite model. If you require flexible working arrangements this can be discussed at point of offer.		 Interns are paid £28,000 per annum.

Where can a Disney Internship take me?

What should I include in my application?

While internships do not guarantee permanent employment following the internship, the programme is designed to help you build professional experience, expand your network and develop skills that will support your future career. Many former interns have gone on to build careers at Disney or across media, entertainment or other professional industries.
 You’ll need to submit a CV and a cover letter of approximately 400 words. Use your cover letter to tell us why Disney, why this internship and why you’re a great fit. Share what inspires you about The Walt Disney Company, how the opportunity connects to your interests or goals, and the skills, experiences or perspectives you’d bring.

What do we look for?

Can international students studying in the UK or Ireland apply?

We’re interested in your potential, not just professional experience. Examples can come from university, work, volunteering, societies, extracurriculars or personal projects. Throughout the recruitment process, we’d also love to see how Disney values like Integrity, Inclusion, Creativity, Collaboration and Community show up in the way you work.		 Yes, if you are studying with a UK or Ireland University, you can apply. If you are successful, you must ensure that your University have enrolled you onto a degree course with a placement year.

Can I apply for more than one internship?

 

No, please review the job adverts carefully and apply for the internship that interests you the most. You will only be considered for one opportunity.

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