Job Description

Retail Strategy and Integration Intern – Disney Consumer Products (DCP)

About The Role & Program

Disney Consumer Products (DCP) is a division of Disney Experiences focused on bringing beloved brands and franchises to life through a wide array of products and experiences globally. This includes everything from toys, t-shirts, apps, books, and console games to the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations.

As the Retail Strategy and Integration intern, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing strategies for cross-category programs. These programs will span both softline and hardline product categories, with a specific focus on seasonal celebrations and US Disney Park-specific brands, activations, and attractions. This position demands a unique blend of creativity and financial analysis skills to develop effective strategic solutions.

This is an exciting full-time, six-month commitment internship, located in the Orlando, FL area, running from June 2026 to January 2027.

What You Will Do

• Create cross-category product strategies supporting seasonal portfolios and park-specific activations.
• Analyze financial and consumer trends to develop quarterly landscapes for Walt Disney World and Disneyland-specific programs.
• Build long-term strategies across holistic park experiences (e.g., Avengers Campus, Cars Land) to drive financial goals, relevancy, and newness.
• Ensure program strategies are implemented through each stage of the product development process, from art and product creation through store set.
• Work with cross-functional team members to implement strategic priorities through creative exploration, ideation, and financial analysis.
• Maintain a variety of critical business platforms, such as product set dates and weekly business reporting.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong interest in merchandise strategy and/or prior retail experience.
• Experience collecting and analyzing data and reporting on results.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative problem-solving and analytical skills.

Education

• Junior or Senior year preferred.
• Major or previous coursework in Merchandising, Business, Finance, Retail Management, or a related field.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below:

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree, taking at least one class at the time of application, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess unrestricted work authorization.

Additional Information

• Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines while at work.
• The approximate dates of this internship are June 2026 – January 2027.
• Must have the ability to work full-time hours (approximately 40 per week) Monday – Friday, for the duration of the internship.
• Being able to provide one’s own housing and reliable transportation to/from work is required. Limited housing opportunities may be available for Florida-based Disney Interns through American Campus Communities.
• The pay rate for this role in the Orlando, Florida area is $22.50 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.

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