ESPN Marketing Intern, Charlotte, Summer/Fall 2026

Job ID 10143727 Location Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Business ESPN Date posted Feb. 25, 2026

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Program

The Sports Marketing College Networks team supports cross-platform marketing campaigns including direct-to-consumer and fan activations and experiences for ACC and SEC Network. As an intern on our team, you will support academic year strategy development through research, planning, and execution. You will also collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders such as Programming, Production, Media Planning and ESPN Creative Studios on marketing efforts.

This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment from June - December 2026 based in Charlotte, NC.

What You Will Do

Support day-to-day marketing operations, including campaign development and maintenance, in collaboration with internal and external partners to drive consumption and engagement
Communicate and coordinate with ACC and SEC schools, conferences, creative agencies, and media partners to manage scheduling and delivery of creative assets
Own creative timelines and deliverables, ensuring work is completed, approved, and trafficked on time and within budget
Partner with internal teams to develop clear, actionable marketing briefs that support priority initiatives from concept through execution
Assist with planning and execution of fan activations at ACC and SEC tentpole events, working closely with agency and cross-functional partners
Contribute to creative ideation and ongoing team meetings, while supporting content capture, footage and music clearances, and creative asset management

Required Qualifications & Skills

Prior internship or equivalent hands-on experience in sports marketing, athletics, media, or a related field, with a proven ability to contribute to marketing initiatives and campaigns
Solid understanding of the college sports landscape, with demonstrated knowledge of the ACC and SEC, including teams and fan engagement trends
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and present ideas across teams
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and thrive in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Demonstrated leadership experience in a professional, internship or academic role
Marketing and/or channel marketing related experience, particularly with athletic departments
Experience with Google Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop)

Education

Senior year preferred
Major or previous coursework in Marketing, Sports Media or related major preferred

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

Fully available from Monday through Friday for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Charlotte, NC area
A limited amount of housing assistance will be provided for those who are eligible
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
Materials Required: A cover letter is required for this position. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position.

The pay rate for this role in North Carolina 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 ESPN:

Working at ESPN is unlike anything else. That’s because we’re always finding new ways to interact with fans – however and wherever they connect with sports. Every day we’re doing things that no one has done, all in a dynamic culture where we defy odds and continuously outdo ourselves. When you have the latest technology, game-changing ideas and world-class talent on your team, every day is extraordinary.

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 ESPN Sales & Marketing, Inc., which is part of a business we call ESPN.

ESPN Sales & Marketing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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