Undergraduate Placement Scheme – Post Production Engineering
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Job Description
About the Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce representative of its audiences. They strive to create an environment where all employees can thrive and belong, valuing diverse voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. They provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.
Job Description: Undergraduate Placement Scheme – Post Production Engineering
This is a full-time, paid internship (£23,500 annual salary + benefits) for undergraduate students on an industrial placement year, starting June 2025 and concluding in Autumn 2026. The role requires working onsite Monday to Friday in the UK.
Job Summary:
The internship involves supporting the Post Production Engineering team within Disney’s Post Production Facilities in the UK and across Europe. You will be a key member of the Technology support team, providing technical and organizational support for the workflows used in video editing, audio mixing, and 2D/3D graphics design across Disney’s extensive media networks and direct-to-consumer platforms.
Responsibilities:
• Provide technical support to creative teams.
• Update technical documentation.
• Log and track support issues using a ticketing system.
• Collaborate with third-party teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems.
• Perform a wide range of technical and administrative tasks.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Must be a second-year undergraduate student on an industrial placement year, returning to studies in Autumn 2026.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Strong interest in media, engineering, or broadcasting.
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of interacting professionally with individuals at all levels.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and handle various administrative duties.
• Strong interest in media editing tools such as Premiere, After Effects, ProTools, Cinema4D, and others.
Desired Attributes:
• Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively.
• Results-oriented approach.
• Strategic thinking skills.
• Creativity and innovation.
• Professional excellence.
Benefits:
• Valuable work experience to build a strong foundation for your future career.
• On-the-job training and access to company-wide learning and development initiatives.
• Exposure to decision-making processes within a global business environment.
• Meaningful responsibilities and participation in a supportive team.
• Access to a large network of interns.
• Participation in Employee Resource Groups (WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, TRUST).
• 25 days’ paid holiday (plus bank holidays).
• Discounts on Disney products, resort food & beverage, and ticketing.
• Access to free mental wellbeing support via the Unmind app.
• Option to select eye care and flu vouchers.
Application Process:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until sufficient applications are received. A cover letter (approximately 400 words) addressing why you chose Disney, this internship, and why you should be selected is mandatory. The cover letter should highlight your relevant skills and experience. Applications are submitted online with a CV. Successful applicants will be contacted within 14 days for a blended online assessment.
