Creative Internships
Creative internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working art directors, designers, copywriters, and creative strategists, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Technology & Software and Manufacturing, with TikTok, fuser, and Philomela among the employers posting roles now.
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About the Role & Program
Safety is an organizational priority and an integral part of the 5 Keys. The Worldwide Safety & Health/Engineering/Sourcing(WSHES) Creative team is the department that inspires our Guests and over 100,000 Cast Members globally to make safe and balanced choices through stories, humor and creative solutions. We make safety, wellness and training come alive through innovative and engaging communications that include infographics, videos, multifaceted signage and storytelling.
We’re looking for individuals for our intern program who are passionate about content creation and Disney. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!
In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an electronic portfolio with your application. Instructions are listed below under the ‘Additional Information’ section. Please submit this at the time of application.
What You Will Do
- Collaborate to produce videos and other digital work to support our various partners and improve our safety culture
- Maintain and manage assets and media files to maintain organizational workflow
- Partner with clients and collaborators to develop creative solutions to meet their individual needs
- Support of technical planning, development and production of materials for safety communications
- Stay on top of trends and thinking of ways to create impactful content for Cast Members
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Proven ability to work creatively with various types of cameras
- Proven ability to problem solve, think critically and manage multiple projects independently and within a team environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
- Basic graphic design knowledge
- Previous experience as a Disney Cast Member
Education
- You’ll be an undergraduate or a recent graduate (within 6 months of your graduation date) pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, TV/AV Production, Fine Arts, Digital Media or a related major
- Juniors, seniors or recent graduates preferred
Materials Required
- A portfolio review is required. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applicants without a portfolio link on their résumé will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
- 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 must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
- Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information
- Must be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
- This internship is a primarily on-site position - Must be able to provide a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspace
- Program length - The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 - June 2027
- Work details - Must be able to work FULL TIME hours (approximately 40 per week) for the duration of the internship
- Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
- Housing - We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here
- Transportation - Must have reliable transportation to/from work
Recommendation – Print This Role Description: Strong candidates may be invited to complete a phone interview. We strongly encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it in the event they are selected for a phone interview. Note that this role description will not be accessible once the posting is closed.
The pay rate for this role in Florida is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
About the Role & Program
Safety is an organizational priority and an integral part of the 5 Keys. The Worldwide Safety & Health/Engineering/Sourcing(WSHES) Creative team is the department that inspires our Guests and over 100,000 Cast Members globally to make safe and balanced choices through stories, humor and creative solutions. We make safety, wellness and training come alive through innovative and engaging communications that include infographics, videos, multifaceted signage and storytelling.
We’re looking for individuals for our intern program who are passionate about content creation and Disney. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!
In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an electronic portfolio with your application. Instructions are listed below under the ‘Additional Information’ section. Please submit this at the time of application.
What You Will Do
- Collaborate to produce videos and other digital work to support our various partners and improve our safety culture
- Maintain and manage assets and media files to maintain organizational workflow
- Partner with clients and collaborators to develop creative solutions to meet their individual needs
- Support of technical planning, development and production of materials for safety communications
- Stay on top of trends and thinking of ways to create impactful content for Cast Members
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Proven ability to work creatively with various types of cameras
- Proven ability to problem solve, think critically and manage multiple projects independently and within a team environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
- Basic graphic design knowledge
- Previous experience as a Disney Cast Member
Education
- You’ll be an undergraduate or a recent graduate (within 6 months of your graduation date) pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, TV/AV Production, Fine Arts, Digital Media or a related major
- Juniors, seniors or recent graduates preferred
Materials Required
- A portfolio review is required. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applicants without a portfolio link on their résumé will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
- 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 must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
- Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information
- Must be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
- This internship is a primarily on-site position - Must be able to provide a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspace
- Program length - The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 - June 2027
- Work details - Must be able to work FULL TIME hours (approximately 40 per week) for the duration of the internship
- Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
- Housing - We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here
- Transportation - Must have reliable transportation to/from work
Recommendation – Print This Role Description: Strong candidates may be invited to complete a phone interview. We strongly encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it in the event they are selected for a phone interview. Note that this role description will not be accessible once the posting is closed.
The pay rate for this role in Florida is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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Tips for Your Creative Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer creative internships
Large agencies, studios, and in-house creative teams open summer cohort applications as early as September and October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so roles appear year-round, but waiting until spring means competing for fewer spots at the employers you actually want.
Build a portfolio before you need one
Recruiters hiring creative interns evaluate what you've made, not how many years you've worked. Document two or three complete projects, name the tools and software you used, such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or Final Cut Pro, and put everything in a linked portfolio you can share in any application.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller creative cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never come to campus.
Practice your creative interview in the actual format
Many creative intern interviews include a portfolio review, a brief concepting exercise, or a campaign critique, not just behavioral questions. Practice walking through your work out loud, explaining the decisions you made and what you'd change, because interviewers weigh how you think through a creative problem as much as the finished piece.
Target structured creative programs and apply in the first wave
Larger agencies and media companies run rotational or cohort internship programs built to train people new to the creative field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and are competitive. Identify the ones that align with your focus, whether that's copywriting, art direction, or brand strategy, and get your application in as soon as they open.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 45% of the creative internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start reviewing listings, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you're only seeing roles you can actually take.
Creative Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a creative internship?
Lead with what you've made, not where you've worked. Hiring teams expect limited professional experience at the intern level, so a portfolio of personal projects and coursework is the concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess. Apply directly to companies you want to work for, and attend campus career fairs where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a creative internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for creative interns is the quality of your work on real projects, whether the team has open headcount, and how early you signal your interest before the offer window closes. Perform well and treat every brief as a portfolio piece, but don't count on conversion when planning your job search.
When should I apply for creative internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, including agencies and media companies running structured cohorts, recruit summer interns the preceding fall. Smaller studios, in-house teams, and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking regularly and applying as soon as a role matches your skills puts you ahead of later waves.
Are creative internships paid?
Most professional creative internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where employers disclose pay, listings show it, so you can compare roles before applying. Unpaid arrangements are less common at established companies and increasingly rare at larger agencies and media organizations.
What should a creative internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools you used and link directly to the work, whether that's a design portfolio, published campaign case studies, art direction mockups, or brand identity samples. Add relevant coursework, keep the document to one page, and make every link in your portfolio clickable before you send anything.
Are there remote creative internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 55% of the creative internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants nationally, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before seats close.
What is a creative rotational internship program?
Some larger agencies, media companies, and in-house brand teams run structured rotational internship programs that move participants across creative disciplines, such as copywriting, art direction, strategy, and production, over a single summer. These programs are designed for people early in their creative careers, recruit months ahead of the start date, and are competitive, so apply in the first wave.
Can international students get creative internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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