Summer Paid Intern - Wild Development

This is a Full Time Paid Internship


Be a part of an innovative team and culture…

National Geographic Wild's development team (aka Team Nature) manages the creation and development of original Natural History series and specials across Nat Geo-branded linear and streaming platforms. From the Pets and Vets on Nat Geo Wild and visually stunning blue-chip programs like ''America's National Parks'' on NGC to Emmy Award-winning series ''Secrets of the Whales'' on Disney Plus, National Geographic's Team Nature development team works with best-in-class content creators and experts to curate and bring incredible stories from the natural world to our audiences.

Responsibilities:

A Day in the Life…

By working directly with the executives on the Development Team, this internship will give students a thorough understanding of the creative development processes for both series and specials that air on National Geographic Wild, National Geographic Channel, and Disney Plus.
• Intern will help create & maintain select data bases, organize pitches, research topics and create a bi-weekly update of current popular content across broadcast & streaming platforms.
• Intern will review incoming pitches and provide editorial feedback to the Development Team.
• Additional specific projects will emerge over the course of the internship based upon students' areas of interest.

Basic Qualifications:

What we are looking for…
• Basic knowledge of television production
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Analytical and organized
• Ability to handle and prioritize simultaneous projects and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment
• Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite and Keynote
• Intellectual curiosity and desire to learn

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some knowledge of Photoshop and presentation software a plus

Required Education

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and taking at least one class, or be a recent graduate of an accredited college or university within the last six (6) months at time of application, or be currently participating in the Disney College Program, Disney Culinary Program or Disney Professional Internship Program

Preferred Education

• Candidates in their Junior or Senior year

Additional Information:

• At least 18 years of age
• Unrestricted work authorization
• Candidate must be available full-time (40 hours/week) from June 6th through August 19th
• Ability to provide own relocation, housing and transportation. Position is located in Washington DC.

Application Process:
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications.

About National Geographic:


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 with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. 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, LLC, which is part of a business segment we call National Geographic.

National Geographic Partners, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.