Walt Disney World Government Relations Intern, Fall 2026

Job ID 10142085 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Apr. 03, 2026

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Job Summary:

About the Role

At Disney Experiences, we bring the magic of Disney into families' and fans' daily lives, creating memories that last a lifetime! Our committed team of Cast Members delivers unparalleled service, entertainment, and imagination, bringing a range of authentic, immersive stories to life.

The intern will report to the Senior Manager of Government Relations.

This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in Orlando, Florida, from June 2026 through January 2027.

What You Will Do

As a Disney Intern on the Government and Industry Relations team, you’ll reside within the Public Affairs department at the Walt Disney World Resort. In this role, you will be part of a team responsible for championing the resort's political and policy strategies and initiatives. We serve as Walt Disney World® Resort’s liaisons to local, state, federal, and international government officials, as well as many industry groups! We support the resort’s upcoming government, political, and policy initiatives.

You will also have the opportunity to:

Conduct research relevant to the Walt Disney World legislative priorities and work with various internal departments to develop reports for key collaborators.
Assist with the development and implementation of inside and outside associates' communication strategies for Government Relations partners.
Working with internal and external partners to plan, support, and implement special events both on Walt Disney World property and in the community.
Performing additional project work as assigned by Government Relations leadership.

Please Apply If You Have

A confirmed understanding of the political process, municipal operations, and local government.
Political experience (campaign, district office, or industry relations), preferably in Central Florida (although major political experience outside of Central Florida will also be considered).
Adept at working harmoniously with diverse groups, synthesizing various points of view that lead to consensus and influence decision-making.
Shown success in developing and forming relationships.
A self-motivated, creative innovator with a validated ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously and implement them with excellence.
Readiness to adapt working hours, including evenings and weekends.
Strong written and verbal communication competence.
Critical thinking or analytical problem-solving skills.
Strong creative skills with a confirmed ability to build and develop collateral, presentations, and other communications materials as needed.
Established computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or MAC OS environment.

It Would Also Be Great If You Have

An understanding of emerging and current issues that could impact the organization.
Knowledge of the Central Florida area.
Previous Disney experience at the Walt Disney World® Resort.

Education

Junior or Senior year preferred.
Pursuing a degree in Political Science, Law, Public Affairs, Public Relations, Communications, 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

The approximate dates of this internship are June 2026 through January 2027.
Fully available from Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Time Zone, with possible weekends or shifts that are outside of these hours for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week.
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Orlando, Florida area.
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work.
Be aligned with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.
We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida-based Disney Interns through American Campus Communities. For more information, click here.

Recommendation – Print This Role Description: We encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description to refer to if they are selected for an interview. Note that this role description will no longer be available once the posting is closed.

The pay rate for this internship in Orlando, Florida, is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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About Disney Experiences:

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

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 Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., 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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