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.