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Disney Consumer Products Hardlines Licensing Intern, Summer/Fall 2026
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10142148 Location Celebration, Florida, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Feb. 21, 2026Job Summary:
About the Role & Program
From toys to apparel, books to games, Disney Consumer Products (DCP) brings our company’s products, through stories and characters, to markets worldwide. With a portfolio of renowned franchises including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, 20th Century Studios, National Geographic, and Star Wars, our efforts to deliver innovative and experiential products, are designed to entertain and inspire.
This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Orlando, FL area from June 15th, 2026 to January 2nd, 2027.
What You Will Do
The Licensing Intern is responsible for supporting the Hardlines and/or Consumables licensing team in the management of one or several Licensed Product sub-categories and the associated licensee base. They will partner closely with the manager and support day-to-day business operations. Some of the exciting projects include:
Category Analysis:
- Conduct periodic store checks and present insights on product and promotional trends.
- Research and understand the competitive landscape. Analyze and understand market trends and consumer trends by analyzing industry and consumer insights data.
Retail, Sales and Marketing:
- Support the North American marketing approval process. Submit and track all category, franchise, and legal approvals – navigating internal processes and systems.
- Proactively engage PR and Social Media teams to provide priority product lists and amplify key licensees’ product lines.
- Work with Licensees to maintain Licensee Line Lists and Product Priority Lists in a shared folder.
- Support Manager and Senior Manager in everyday responsibilities such as preparing presentations, requesting Marketing samples, and other projects as necessary.
Product Development:
- Liaise with the greater global and Product Development team to ensure accurate and timely approval of product and packaging on online product approval. Ensure product features are communicated optimally on packaging.
Required Qualifications
- Curiosity about Licensed Consumer Products.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and assignments
- Strong communication, presentation, and influencing skills
- A great teammate with strong interpersonal communication
- Solid digital literacy (Keynote, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior coursework or experience in, product development and/or brand management
- Passion for and/or prior exposure to the Toy Industry
- Knowledge and/or experience in contract negotiation
Education
- Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior
- Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, Public Relations or Communications
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 the 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
- This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Orlando, FL area from June 15th 2026 to Jan 2nd 2027
- Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship.
- Fully available Monday through Friday 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, FL area.
- Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work.
- Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.
- Limited housing opportunities may be available for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here.
The pay rate for this role in FL 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.
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 Disney Consumer Products, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.
Disney Consumer Products, 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.