Job Description
Policy Planning Graduate Intern, Global Public Policy -Summer/Fall '20
The Walt Disney Company (Corporate)
Burbank, CA
Be a part of an innovative team and culture…
The Walt Disney Company is seeking a graduate student for an internship in the Global Public Policy Department. The intern will have an opportunity to work with talented professionals who are leaders in their field, while being exposed to cutting edge policy issues, with a particular focus on human rights and global supply chains. This is a great opportunity to work on issues that are likely to have a significant impact on the Company’s business, brands and consumers – as well as society more broadly – and play a role in developing effective strategies to address those issues.
The approximate dates of this internship are June 2020 through January 2021
Candidate must be available to work full time hours (approximately 40 hours per week) for the duration of the internship
At the time of application, must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
Must possess unrestricted work authorization
Housing: Interns must provide their own housing for the duration of their internship program.
Transportation: Interns must have reliable transportation to get to and from work for the duration of their internship program.
Required Materials: PDF version of resume must be uploaded at time of application. Please include a cover letter with your application.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0
Graduate or undergraduate course work in corporate social responsibility, environmental sustainability, human rights and global supply chains strongly preferred
At the time of application, must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Pursuing a M.A., JD or MBA with coursework or studies related to International Relations, Public Policy, Sustainable Business, Human Rights, or related fields
Previous internship or work experience in business, public policy and international policy issues
What we are looking for…
Demonstrated interest in the connection between business, public policy and international policy issues
Basic understanding of key global policy issues, including human rights, child rights and safety, consumer products, global supply chains, and related international institutions and players
Basic understanding of public affairs and government relations considerations in the policy process
High level familiarity with the workings of NGOs, domestic and foreign governments, international organizations or industry groups
Demonstrated high level of integrity, thoroughness, flexibility, initiative and teamwork
Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent judgment and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
Ability to successfully balance multiple tasks and effectively meet deadlines
Strong analytical skills with the ability to summarize complex matters into concise and action-oriented executive briefings
A Day in the Life…
This individual will work with Global Public Policy’s leadership in the following key areas:
Strategic Policy Formulation-Identify emerging supply chain public policy issues related to The Walt Disney Company’s mid- and long-term business plans globally, and help develop internal and external policy positions, strategies and analyses to influence the external environment and advance Disney’s business priorities.
Proactive Analysis of Emerging Issues-Conduct research on emerging issues, analyze implications for Disney, and support communication activities to keep leadership informed. Proactively identify opportunities that business strategies and product plans create to advance policy goals as well as emerging social, political, economic, and public policy issues and trends that create business opportunities for Disney globally.
Government and Stakeholder Relations-Identify opportunities where Disney can meaningfully advance its policy agenda and recommend concrete strategies to address issues based on positions taken; support leadership to identify relationships that need to be cultivated to implement these strategies effectively.
Responsibilities :
The approximate dates of this internship are June 2020 through January 2021
Candidate must be available to work full time hours (approximately 40 hours per week) for the duration of the internship
At the time of application, must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
Must possess unrestricted work authorization
Housing: Interns must provide their own housing for the duration of their internship program.
Transportation: Interns must have reliable transportation to get to and from work for the duration of their internship program.
Required Materials: PDF version of resume must be uploaded at time of application. Please include a cover letter with your application.
Required Education :
At the time of application, must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Pursuing a M.A., JD or MBA with coursework or studies related to International Relations, Public Policy, Sustainable Business, Human Rights, or related fields
Preferred Education :
What we are looking for…
Demonstrated interest in the connection between business, public policy and international policy issues
Basic understanding of key global policy issues, including human rights, child rights and safety, consumer products, global supply chains, and related international institutions and players
Basic understanding of public affairs and government relations considerations in the policy process
High level familiarity with the workings of NGOs, domestic and foreign governments, international organizations or industry groups
Demonstrated high level of integrity, thoroughness, flexibility, initiative and teamwork
Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent judgment and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
Ability to successfully balance multiple tasks and effectively meet deadlines
Strong analytical skills with the ability to summarize complex matters into concise and action-oriented executive briefings