About the Role & Program
At Disney, we’re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through using and developing ground breaking technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks! Now is your chance to join our hardworking team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.
The Corporate Innovation team at The Walt Disney Company is a highly visible corporate team of professionals who act as in-house consultants/strategists responsible for the identification, analysis, development and execution of corporate innovation initiatives. Specific activities include developing data-driven hypotheses, strategies, and tactics to develop new businesses; identifying, evaluating and negotiating equity investments; managing a portfolio of current investments; incubating or accelerating potential new businesses, assessing emerging market opportunities and fostering innovation within and across TWDC’s businesses. The team’s activities and accomplishments have contributed to the global strategy and success across many business units.
The approximate dates of this internship are June 2024 – August 2024
What You Will Do
As an intern, you will be involved in research, sourcing, due diligence and monitoring opportunities for potential business development and investments. The responsibilities center on product management, analysis and research of relevant trends and technologies, and the respective companies in those sectors. Crafting presentations of work will also be a primary function of this role.
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Conduct research and due diligence on potential opportunities
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Participate in technical product management of company-wide new business growth initiatives
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Prepare a variety of presentation materials
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Assist with evaluation of industry research on technologies and markets with the potential to impact and/or disrupt the future of media and entertainment
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Research and identify critical technologies that impact the media and entertainment business globally
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Investigate emerging innovation trends
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Participate in tech community outreach
Required Qualifications & Skills
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Self-starter with ability to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment
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Outstanding organizational and communication skills
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Comfort wearing multiple hats in a very flat organization
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Must be proficient in Zoom, Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Keynote
Preferred Qualifications
- Passion for startups, venture investing and technology
Education
- A junior, senior or recent graduate pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
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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 OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
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Be at least 18 years of age
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Not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
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Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information
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The approximate dates of this internship are June 2024 – August 2024
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Candidate must be available to work full time hours (approximately 40 hours per week) for the duration of the internship
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This internship is a remote position – Requires a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspace.
The pay rate for this internship in California is $21.70 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.
Job ID: 10085924
Location: Glendale,California
Job Posting Company: The Walt Disney Company (Corporate)
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