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National Geographic Social Media Intern, Summer 2026
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10138054 Location Washington, DC, United States Business National Geographic Date posted Jan. 26, 2026Job Summary:
About the Role & Program
Join National Geographic’s Social Media team as a Summer Intern and immerse yourself in the heart of creative storytelling and digital innovation. You’ll collaborate closely with experienced social managers and executives, driving impactful campaigns for Nat Geo TV, Editorial, and Brand accounts. This role offers hands-on experience in developing and executing creative social stunts, community engagement strategies, and delivering standout digital assets. You’ll be part of a passionate department that thrives at the intersection of entertainment, editorial, and brand marketing—always pushing boundaries with trending content and platform expertise. If you’re energized by analytics, content performance, and the art of storytelling across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, TikTok, Reddit, and Threads, this is your chance to help grow an iconic brand’s fan base while learning from industry leaders.
This is a full-time internship, and the approximate dates are from May/June 2026 through August/September 2026. If selected for this role, you will report directly to the Senior Manager, Social Media. A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Social Media Intern, Summer 2026 position is required in order to be considered for the opportunity.
What You Will Do
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Supporting social media efforts across brand, editorial, TV and title handles while learning about how to manage social accounts, develop campaigns, work across teams and effectively communicate with target audience.
Creating a weekly newsletter/update with trending social topics and ideas to share with the social and editorial teams.
Assisting with social team planning for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event – will be able to take on specific projects – as this is a complex event.
Ideating and Planning one other project that will contribute to the social team goals and objectives options for this will be determined before the start of the internship.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Deep understanding of social platforms
Team-first mentality
Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
Strong creative writing skills
Effective communication skills in both verbal and written form
Extreme attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Keynote
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to support multiple campaigns at once
Creative, proactive and independent thinking
Working with social management platforms
Experience with Airtable
Interest and passion for television industry
Education
Junior or Senior year
Major in Social, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism preferred
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 Social Media Intern, Summer 2026 position is required in order to be considered for the opportunity.
Additional Information
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
The approximate dates of this internship are May/June 2026 through August/September 2026
Fully available from Monday through Friday, 10am 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.