Marketing Internship
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Job Description
About the Company:
The Walt Disney Company is a global entertainment giant offering a diverse range of content, products, and experiences across various lines of business. These include Disney+, Walt Disney Studios, Disney Interactive, Disney Music Group, Consumer Products, Retail, and central marketing groups. The company emphasizes diversity and inclusion, striving to create a workplace where all employees can thrive. They offer various employee resource groups, including WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED (disability & neurodiversity), and TRUST (Mental Health & Wellbeing).
Job Description:
This is an undergraduate placement scheme offering several internship opportunities within the marketing function across various Disney lines of business (Disney+, Walt Disney Studios, Disney Interactive, Disney Music Group, Consumer Products, Retail, and central marketing groups). Interns will participate in a wide range of campaigns aimed at driving market success.
Specific Responsibilities: While the exact responsibilities will depend on the specific line of business, interns will be involved in various marketing campaigns. They will also likely undertake various administrative duties. The job description highlights the need for strong MS Office Suite skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Location and Schedule: The role requires an on-site presence four days a week.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be a second-year undergraduate student currently undertaking an industrial placement year, with a planned return to study in Autumn 2026.
• Must possess the right to work in the UK.
• Must be available to start full-time work in June 2025.
• Must demonstrate a genuine interest in marketing, whether through academic studies, work experience, extracurricular activities, or personal interest.
Required Skills and Qualities:
• Strong curiosity for marketing.
• Attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Professional and mature communication skills, capable of interacting with individuals at all levels.
• Excellent organizational skills, including task prioritization, deadline adherence, and administrative competence.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Desired Potential: The company seeks candidates who exhibit the following:
• Builds Relationship & Communicates Effectively: Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Drives Results: A results-oriented approach to work.
• Thinks Strategically: Ability to think critically and strategically.
• Inspires Creativity & Innovation: Creative thinking and innovative problem-solving skills.
• Exhibits Professional Excellence: Commitment to high professional standards.
Benefits:
• Compensation: Annual salary of £23,500, along with 25 days of paid holiday (plus bank holidays).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for skill development, on-the-job training, company-wide learning and development initiatives.
• Experience: Gain experience in a global business environment, taking on real responsibilities within a supportive team.
• Networking: Access to a large intern community.
• Employee Resource Groups: Access to and support for various Employee Resource Groups (e.g., WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, TRUST).
• Discounts and Perks: Discounts on Disney products, resort food & beverage, and ticketing.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Free access to Unmind (mental wellbeing app), and options for eye care and flu vouchers.
Application Process:
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the provided hints and tips document before applying. Applications require a CV and a cover letter (approximately 400 words) addressing why the applicant chose Disney, the internship, and why they should be considered. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only one application per candidate is allowed.
