Lucasfilm Creative Development Intern, Summer 2026

Job ID 10137566 Location Burbank, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Studios Date posted Dec. 01, 2025

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Program

The Lucasfilm Creative Development team leads all aspects of the development and management of story across live-action feature films, streaming television series as well as animation.

Our team works closely with all departments across the company to ensure franchise continuity, marketability, merchandising, and the physical production of all our projects. This internship is a great introduction to the world of story development and management and you will have an invaluable opportunity to interact with executives in our department.

We will have 2 different positions in Creative Development for the summer. One will specialize specifically in animation and the other in live action feature films/ streaming TV series. If you proceed to the interview stage, please be prepared to speak about your specific area of interest.

This is a full-time, in-person internship in Burbank, CA.

What You Will Do

Reading and evaluating incoming writing samples, scripts, cuts and other project materials
Learning to write coverage for both writer and director materials
Participating in project research to support development initiatives
Collaborating with the team in organizing incoming external materials
Assisting with light organizational work to ensure the logging of materials is consistent across the entire live action slate.
Facilitating daily operations, such as setting up conference rooms and greeting guests, to ensure a smooth workflow within the team
Attending department meetings, offering creative insights and suggestions

Required Qualifications and Skills

Please apply if you have:

Excellent written communication skills required; including strengths in writing, fact-checking and reading/proofreading;
Strong verbal and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively interact with diverse personalities
Strong time management with the ability to seamlessly multi-task and prioritize tasks and responsibilities
A Proven track record working autonomously and in team settings with a positive, pro-active demeanor
Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

It would also be great if you have:

Prior internship experience in development/entertainment
An interest in film or series development, screenwriting, or trans-media creation,
Strong Knowledge and appreciation of the Star Wars galaxy, including the films, animated series, games, and books

Required Education

Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior pursuing or a Bachelor’s Degree in Film, Screenwriting , Creative Writing or Media Studies

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 be able to have a consistent, reliable full-time work schedule throughout the internship
The dates of this in-person internship are June 1st-August 28th, 2026
Must provide own housing during the internship in the Burbank, CA area
Must have reliable transportation to/from work

The pay rate for this role in Burbank, CA 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. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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About The Walt Disney Studios:

For over 95 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today it brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, music, and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. The Walt Disney Studios encompasses a collection of respected film studios, including Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of world-class stage shows.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Lucasfilm Ltd, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Studios.

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