Job Requirements

About the Role & Program: 

Technology is at the heart of Disney’s past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more – all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney’s media business globally.

The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company’s media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. 

Here are a few reasons why we think you’d love working here: 

• Building the future of Disney’s media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. 
• Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney’s technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company’s brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News…and many more. These products and brands – and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry – matter to millions of people globally.  
• Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. 

What You Will Do…

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performing applications, services, and platforms that power Disney’s streaming, advertising, and digital experiences
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, product, design, and data partners to bring new features from concept to production
• Write clean, well-tested, and maintainable code, and contribute to code reviews and technical discussions
• Work with APIs, data, and distributed systems to deliver reliable and efficient solutions at scale
• Help debug, optimize, and improve performance of existing systems, ensuring a seamless experience for users
• Contribute to system design, documentation, and architecture conversations, gaining exposure to real-world engineering challenges
• Support the deployment and monitoring of applications, including logging, metrics, and observability improvements
• Continuously learn new technologies and tools, applying them to enhance products and workflows
• Play a role in building experiences that reach millions of users globally across Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, and beyond

Areas of placement may include:

• Ad Platforms – The Ad Platforms team builds and operates Disney’s industry-leading advertising technology, powering monetization and innovation at a global scale across Sports, News, and Entertainment. This team designs and delivers the solutions that enable advertising across Disney’s streaming ecosystem, connecting content, audiences, advertisers, and partners through reliable, data-driven platforms. It’s a space where technology, creativity, and impact come together to drive meaningful business outcomes for Disney and its advertising clients
• Locations of placement for this team include:

• • Glendale, CA

• • San Francisco, CA

• • Santa Monica, CA

• • Seattle, WA

• Product Engineering - The Product Engineering organization powers the platforms, infrastructure, and products behind Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, and more. Working at the intersection of storytelling and technology, this team plays a critical role in creating seamless, reliable, and world-class streaming experiences. As part of Product Engineering, you’ll go beyond building features—you’ll help shape how millions of people experience Disney every day, with opportunities to do meaningful, high-impact work at scale.

• Locations of placement for this team include:

• • Bristol, CT

• • Glendale, CA

• • New York, NY

• • San Francisco, CA

• • Santa Monica, CA

• • Seattle, WA

Required Qualifications & Skills: 

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, C++, Go, or Scala 

• Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented or functional programming 

• Experience working with APIs and web services, particularly RESTful APIs and JSON-based communication 

• Understanding of software development best practices, including version control (e.g., Git), testing, debugging, and writing clean, maintainable code 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex technical challenges and systems 

• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across engineering, product, and design teams 

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, managing multiple priorities and adapting to new tools and technologies 

• Detail-oriented and quality-focused mindset, with a commitment to building reliable, scalable, and high-performing systems

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure, and cloud-native development practices

• Experience with microservices, distributed systems, or large-scale, high-availability platforms

• Familiarity with databases and data systems (SQL, NoSQL, data modeling, large-scale data platforms)

• Experience with frontend frameworks (e.g., React, TypeScript) or full-stack development

• Exposure to DevOps and infrastructure tools (CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, etc.)

• Understanding of observability practices (logging, monitoring, performance optimization)

• Interest or exposure to AI/ML, personalization systems, or data-driven product experiences

Education: 

Currently enrolled undergraduate student in an accredited college/university, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Information Technology or related field.

Recruitment Timeline: 

The Summer 2027 Software Engineering internship program offers multiple positions, running from May/June 2027 through August/September 2027. Candidates whose skills and experience align strongly with the requirements for a specific internship will be contacted directly regarding opportunities for this season. Communication with applicants will occur at various times between November and January, and candidates will receive updates throughout the selection process.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information: 

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program AND returning to school the semester/quarter following the internship OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.

• Be at least 18 years of age

• Possess unrestricted work authorization 

• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program

Additional Information: 

• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship 

• Fully available from M-F, 40 hours each week for the entire program duration: May/June - August/September 2027 (12 weeks)

• Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program 

• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The pay rate for this role in Glendale, New York City, Bristol, Santa Monica, Seattle, and San Francisco is $43 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.

This position is with Disney HR Strategies & Services, LLC, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

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