Abc News Talent Strategy & Development Intern, Spring 2024

Be a part of an innovative team and culture…

The Talent Development team is responsible for the recruitment and development of on-air and off-air talent. This includes programs, fellowships and initiatives that enhance and expand or talent pipelines.

A Day in the Life…

• Assist with supporting various development programs, such as fellowships, mentorship initiatives, and virtual events/conference planning. Your role may include coordinating logistics, assisting with scheduling, and ensuring the smooth execution of these programs.
• Provide research around Talent & organize profiles and bios
• Help with searches for freelancer producers/talent for long form unit and news division
• Access to talent staff meetings provides you with insights into the decision-making processes regarding talent engagement, reel screening, and other key aspects.
• Assist in managing social media accounts, creating content, and fostering engagement enhances the organization's online presence.
• Data entry for new system for talent tracking / feedback

(Basic Qualifications)

What we are looking for…

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Passion for news stories & talent development
• Strong, detail-oriented work ethic, self-motivation and positive attitude

Required Education:

• To be eligible for this internship you must be a junior, senior or a recent graduate (within 6 months of your graduation date) pursing a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, Media Studies, Film/Television or a related field

Additional Details:

• Must 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
• Must be able to work on-site in New York City and provide your own housing and transportation for the duration of the internship
• Program Length: The approximate dates of this internship are January 2024 - June 2024. Candidate must be available to work 40 hours/week in Eastern Standard time for the duration of the internship- could be nights, weekends and possible overnights
• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess unrestricted work authorization
• Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the session

The pay rate for this internship in New York, NY is $21.70 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.