Marketplace & Portfolio Insights Intern, Summer/Fall 2026

Summary: The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Marketplace & Portfolio Insights Intern for their Research, Insights & Analytics division. This internship will provide an opportunity to assist in analyzing media consumption and consumer behavior while utilizing various research tools. Responsibilities: - Assist in work related to evolving media and consumer behavior (usage and subscriptions), Pay TV trends, and distribution negotiation support - Learn how to use a variety of research tools, including Nielsen systems, and learn about the day-to-day tasks and challenges of working in media research - Assist with pulling, cleaning, and organizing data – both qualitative and quantitative Required Qualifications: - Strong interest in data analysis, media math, viewership & subscription trends, television content, and the media landscape - Acumen in working with numbers and storytelling with data - Clear and concise written and verbal communication that caters to a target audience's point of view with actionable insights - Experience working in collaborative environments and the ability to handle multiple tasks at once - Experience with researching and/or using a range of tools to acquire information and present findings - Willingness to be flexible and eager to learn new software - Strong proficiency in MS Office with an emphasis in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint - High attention to detail, natural curiosity, proactive nature - Aptitude for creative problem solving and strategic thinking - Resourceful, optimistic attitude to tackle challenges with enthusiasm and growth mindset - Candidates must submit a cover letter as part of their application - Candidates are asked to submit a sample of relevant work. This can be in the form of a portfolio, a statistical project or other coursework showcasing analysis of trends - 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 - Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship - Must be willing to work 18 hours per week during the business week, Monday through Friday, with 1-2 days in the office per week for the duration of the internship - Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the New York, NY area - Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work in the New York, NY area Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with Nielsen or Comscore - Experience with Canva or other data visualization tools - Familiarity with process automation tools, AI productivity tools - Previous internship experience in a related industry - Senior year preferred - Major or previous coursework in Business Analytics, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Psychology, Business Operations, Finance, Sociology, or related major preferred Required Skills: Data analysis, Media math, Microsoft Excel Important Skills: Nielsen systems, PowerPoint, Data visualization tools, Research skills Nice-to-Have Skills: Curiosity Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Medical, Financial, Other benefits