Corporate Social Responsibility Intern

Job Description

About Disneyland Resort Communications & Public Affairs

Disneyland Resort Communications & Public Affairs is responsible for managing the resort’s reputation through various initiatives, including:

• Media Relations: Building and maintaining relationships with journalists and media outlets.
• Public Relations: Managing the public perception of the Disneyland Resort through strategic communication efforts.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Engaging in community outreach, fostering diversity and inclusion, and promoting environmental sustainability.
• Government Relations: Building and maintaining relationships with government officials and agencies.
• Internal Communications: Communicating effectively with employees and cast members.
• Executive Communications: Supporting senior executives in communicating with internal and external stakeholders.

This team works collaboratively with other business units across the resort to ensure a consistent and positive image for the Disneyland Resort.

Corporate Social Responsibility Intern Job Description

This internship opportunity focuses on supporting the External Affairs team in areas such as:

• Community Outreach: Engaging with local communities through various initiatives.
• Diverse Stakeholder Engagement: Building relationships with diverse stakeholder groups, including community leaders, organizations, and Business Resource Groups (BERGs).
• Disney VoluntEARS: Supporting cast member volunteer initiatives.
• Government Relations: Assisting with government relations activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of corporate social responsibility strategies.
• Develop and devise creative visuals, including infographics and PowerPoint presentations.
• Collaborate with the Public Affairs team to tell the Disneyland story in innovative and creative ways.
• Build relationships with local and company partners to amplify the Disneyland Resort’s message.
• Respond to inquiries received through departmental email and voicemail.
• Collaborate in the planning, project management, and execution of external affairs programs and events.
• Assist with preparation, communication, and facilitation of Disney VoluntEARS projects.
• Support the coordination and execution of workforce development activations.
• Provide general administrative support.
• Demonstrate passion and commitment to diversity and inclusion by inviting different perspectives, fostering an inclusive work environment, and supporting workforce diversity.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Strong administrative and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities while maintaining professional poise.
• Strong collaborative and integration abilities.
• Proven ability to work well independently or in a group and demonstrates initiative.
• Project management skills that can craft the overall vision of a project with key partners to deliver results.
• Enthusiasm for building new relationships and nurturing existing ones.
• A quick learner who enjoys taking on new challenges.
• Proficient in basic computer functions for a Mac/MS Office environment.
• Willingness to learn new software applications.
• Available to work evenings and weekends when needed.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Experience in CSR or community-related roles.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Familiarity with monday.com or Smartsheet.

Education Requirements:

• Seniors or graduate students studying Business Management, Marketing, Communications, or Public Affairs.
• 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 at the time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.