Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology Software Engineering Intern

About the Role & Program 

On any given day at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we’re reimagining ways to create magical viewing experiences for the world’s most beloved stories while also transforming Disney’s media business for the future. Whether that’s evolving our streaming and digital products in new and immersive ways, powering worldwide advertising and distribution to maximize flexibility and efficiency, or delivering Disney’s unmatched entertainment and sports content, every day is a moment to make a difference to partners and to hundreds of millions of people around the world.

• Building the future of Disney’s media business: DE&E Technologists are designing and building the infrastructure that will power Disney’s media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come.

• Reach & Scale: The products and platforms this group builds and operates delight millions of consumers every minute of every day – from Disney+ and Hulu, to ABC News and Entertainment, to ESPN and ESPN+, and much more.

• Innovation: We develop and execute groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

What You Will Do 

We are looking to fill multiple technology summer internships within DE&ET organization. Our technology teams operate in different office locations. By applying to this Software Engineering Internship position, you will be considered for opportunities across multiple teams and projects based in Bristol, CT.

We are seeking students for a paid, 12-week summer internship program designed to provide juniors with the opportunity to apply their technical skills to real-world projects with industry leaders in Technology. Our Disney Tech Internship program is dedicated to providing meaningful opportunities for students through professional development, mentorship, networking opportunities, and career placement assistance. You will be considered for technology positions based on your skills, interests, and geographic preferences. 

• You’d be making a significant impact on some of the most successful brands in the media and entertainment business by participating in challenging projects, in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. As part of an agile team, you’ll work alongside other talented technologists who share your passion!

• Interns also have the opportunity to partner with business, analytics, and engineering teams to design, build and maintain ease for use data structures to facilitate reporting and monitoring key performance indicators.

Required Qualifications & Skills 

• Solid understanding of computer science fundamentals (data structure, algorithms, etc.)

• Knowledge and experience in one and/or more of the following programming languages (Java, Python, C++) & REST APIs

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

• Familiarity with fundamental front-end languages such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript

• Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks such as Angular, Node, and React

• Understanding of relational and non-relational databases (SQL, NoSQL)

• Process-driven and very detail-oriented

• Strong problem-solving and analysis skills

Education 

• Currently enrolled undergraduate student in an accredited college/university, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, or Information Technology or a related field and returning to school following the internship 

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information 

• 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 AND returning to school the semester/quarter following the internship OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship 

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program

• Must possess unrestricted work authorization

• Must have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship 

• Must be fully available from Monday-Friday for the duration of the 12-week internship (May/June – August/September 2025), 40 hours each week 

Additional Information 

• All interns are required to provide their own housing and transportation during the internship

• Recommendation: Save a copy of this internship role description to reference throughout the interview process