The Walt Disney Company

Walt Disney Television Labor Relations JD Intern, Fall 2026

Media
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Relevant coursework in labor and employment law or entertainment business
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience in research and data presentation
  • Strong attention to detail in document processing
  • Proficiency with Word and Excel
  • Collaborative and independent work skills

Responsibilities

  • Analyze collective bargaining agreements and assist with contract compliance
  • Investigate and resolve grievances from unions and guilds
  • Conduct research on labor laws and write memoranda
  • Prepare summaries and presentations on collective bargaining issues

Benefits

  • Potential eligibility for medical and financial benefits
  • Access to Disney's professional development resources
  • Networking opportunities within a leading entertainment company
  • Experience in a high-profile legal and business environment
Full Job Description
Job Posting Title:
Walt Disney Television Labor Relations JD Intern, Fall 2026

Req ID:


Job Description:

What You Will Do:
  • Analyzing various collective bargaining agreements and assisting business units with implementation of contract terms (e.g., wages, hours, and working conditions) to ensure compliance with those agreements.
  • Investigating, handling and resolving grievances and information requests brought by unions and guilds.
  • Conducting research and writing memoranda on relevant labor laws.
  • Preparing summaries and presentations on various issues under our collective bargaining agreements.


Required Qualifications & Skills
  • Relevant coursework in labor and employment law, entertainment business, entertainment law, or intellectual property.
  • Ability to multitask and handle several projects in a fast-paced setting.
  • Experience in research and using tools to gather and present information.
  • Strong attention to detail with high-volume document processing.
  • Proficiency with Word and Excel
  • Collaborative teammate who can also work independently.


Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
  • Previous internship or experience in the entertainment business.


Education:
  • Pursuing a J.D. degree and currently enrolled at an accredited law school, in your 1L or 2L year at the time of internship.


Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
  • Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
  • Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Possess unrestricted work authorization


Additional Information:
  • Must provide full work availability from September through December 2026.
  • Must provide own housing and transportation, position is located in Burbank, CA.


The pay rate for this role in California is $41.40 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. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:
Disney Networks

Job Posting Primary Business:
Disney Networks All

Primary Job Posting Category:
Legal and Business Affairs Intern

Employment Type:
Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Burbank, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:
2026-07-29

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows. Using the company's portfolio of brands to differentiate our content, services, and consumer products, Walt Disney seeks to develop creative, innovative, and profitable entertainment experiences and related products.

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190,000 employees
Market Cap
$155.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$4.9 billion
Founded
1923
5 Year Trend
+3.9%
Revenue
$60.7 billion
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