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National Geographic Editorial Video Intern, Summer 2026
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10137843 Location Washington, DC, United States Business National Geographic Date posted Jan. 12, 2026Job Summary:
About the Role & Program
Join us for the opportunity to join the National Geographic as an editorial video intern! The National Geographic Media Editorial Video Department produces engaging, highly visual social video and digital interactive editorial content across multiple platforms. We are made up of motivated and creative producers and editors with a shared passion for innovative visual storytelling and the National Geographic brand. If you are deeply curious about the world and are actively engaged and create authentically on social media platforms, then this role might be a phenomenal fit for you!
The approximate dates of this internship are from June 2026 through August 2026. This role reports directly to the Manager of Video and will work with National Geographic’s producers, experts, and contributors to develop highly visual, journalistically sound experiences. A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Video Intern, Summer 2026 position is required in order to be considered for the opportunity. Be sure to include any links or examples of personal video projects to your application, if applicable.
What You Will Do
You will collaborate with immersive producers on the development and production of short form digital and social video content for National Geographic Media. The position requires excellent storytelling skills, technical expertise, collaboration with staff and external contributors, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Support and participate in digital editorial content production across multiple platforms and formats including social video and digital video formats. Responsibilities may include reviewing footage, collaborating with colleagues, researching freelance and contract talent, pitching short-form content ideas, and scripting/editing/producing video content.
Produce and edit at least one short form video for publication on a National Geographic distribution platform.
Learn and apply audience-centric analytics to assess content performance against internal benchmarks and key performance indicators.
Participate in team-level creative ideation, education/training opportunities, and strategic discussions.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Strong interest in video journalism, social media content creation and emerging technology
Strong command of social platforms, especially YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, and experience creating content for these platforms
Ability to collaborate with a team of writers, editors, designers, and producers
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to handle and prioritize simultaneous projects and meet deadlines
Proficient in the use of Adobe Creative Suite software and video editing
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience (academic or internship) in journalism (print and/or broadcast); television, news and news media production; and/or television news script writing.
Previous experience and enthusiasm for social media video content and audience engagement on TikTok and Instagram.
Familiarity with other social platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter/X
Awareness of successful content creators for potential partnerships
Education
Junior or Senior year preferred
Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Digital Media, Film Studies or a related field
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 Required Documents
A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Video Intern, Summer 2026 position is required. Be sure to include any links or examples of personal video projects to your application, if applicable.
Additional Information
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
The approximate dates of this internship are June 2026 through August 2026
Fully available from Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm ET for the duration of the internship
Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Washington D.C. area
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
The pay rate for this role in Washington D.C. 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 National Geographic:
National Geographic Partners LLC (NGP), a joint venture between Disney and the National Geographic Society, is committed to bringing the world premium science, adventure and exploration content across an unrivaled portfolio of media assets. NGP combines the global National Geographic television channels (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Nat Geo PEOPLE) with National Geographic’s media and consumer-oriented assets, including National Geographic magazines; National Geographic studios; related digital and social media platforms; books; maps; children’s media; and ancillary activities that include travel, global experiences and events, archival sales, licensing and e-commerce businesses. Furthering knowledge and understanding of our world has been the core purpose of National Geographic for 131 years, and now we are committed to going deeper, pushing boundaries, going further for our consumers … and reaching millions of people around the world in 172 countries and 43 languages every month as we do it. NGP returns 27 percent of our proceeds to the nonprofit National Geographic Society to fund work in the areas of science, exploration, conservation and education.
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 National Geographic Partners PAY SVC, which is part of a business we call National Geographic.
National Geographic Partners PAY SVC 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.