Social Media Marketing Internship

The Walt Disney Company; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary £28,000

25 days’ holiday

Workplace pension

Discounts & Perks

Mental health & wellbeing support

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company is offering a 12-month Social Media Marketing Internship in London, providing hands-on experience in content creation, copywriting, scheduling, and performance analysis across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads and YouTube.

You will collaborate with UK and global teams and external agencies, gaining exposure to paid media campaigns and influencer activations, with a strong focus on high-quality content and editorial approvals.

Qualifications

• Second-year undergraduate on a placement year returning to study in Autumn 2028.
• Must have the right to work in the UK already in place.
• Interested in social media and content creation.
• Strong copywriting skills and editing platform familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Designing and executing social media activity and producing captivating content.
• Managing editorial calendars across Disney social media accounts.
• Content creation, copywriting, channel scheduling and performance analysis across platforms.

Skills

Social media

Copywriting

Editing platforms

Team player

Time management

Communication

Education

Second-year undergraduate (placement year)

Tools

Canva

Adobe Photoshop

Final Cut

Premiere Pro

Job description

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Social Media Marketing Internship

Job ID 10162683 Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date posted Oct. 13, 2026

Ready to make magic? We’re hiring for our 12-month undergraduate placement schemes.

By undertaking an internship in one of our Social Media Marketing teams, you will help with designing and executing best-in‑class social media activity, producing captivating content, and managing editorial calendars that bring our brands to life across The Walt Disney Company social media accounts.

You’ll dive into content creation, copywriting, channel scheduling and performance analysis across a mix of social platforms which could include Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads and YouTube.

You’ll also gain hands‑on experience in tracking campaign performance, building insightful reports, working on influencer activations, as well as gaining exposure to paid media campaigns. You’ll collaborate with internal teams in the UK and globally, in addition to external agencies to ensure content is created to the highest quality with the relevant approvals.

You’ll join a team grounded in our Disney values; acting with Integrity, welcoming everyone through Inclusion, embracing boundless Creativity, working together through Collaboration and caring deeply for our Community. These values shape how we work and how we support one another every day.

We have multiple internships available across different lines of business. By applying for this opportunity, you will be considered for all available opportunities outlined below. If you have any role preference(s), please note this in your cover letter.

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This is an office-based internship. 4 days working in the Hammersmith, London office with 1 day working from home (Monday or Friday).

• Must be a second‑year undergraduate student on a placement year course returning to study in Autumn 2028
• Must have the right to work in the UK already in place
• Available to start working full time from June 2027
• Interested in the area you are applying for, whether this is through your studies, experiences, extracurricular activities or a general interest

About you

• Passionate about social media, with a sharp eye for emerging trends and platform innovations
• Proactive and highly motivated team player, with positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to connect with people at all levels in a professional and mature manner.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and undertake various administrative duties.
• Some exposure to, or interest in, learning editing platforms (e.g. Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Final Cut, Premiere Pro etc.)
• Strong copywriting skills and attention to detail will be key to success in this role
• Strong desire to get involved, learn and grow to embrace and make the most of this opportunity.

The Perks

• Develop your workplace skills and experience to help build the foundations of your future career
• Constructive on‑the‑job training as well as companywide learning and development initiatives
• Learn how decisions and actions are made within a global business environment
• Tackle real responsibility and become an essential part of an encouraging team
• Have the support and network of a large community of interns
• Access to join and support our Employee Resource Groups ranging from WOMEN @ Disney, Disney MOSAIC, Disney PRIDE, our disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group – TRUST
• Annual salary of £28,000 with 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Contractually enrolled into Disney’s workplace pension scheme
• Discounts & Perks: You are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort food & beverage and ticketing
• Access to free support services including Unmind, the mental wellbeing app
• Opportunity to select eye care and flu vouchers

For your cover letter we will be looking for approximately 400 words and looking to understand the following areas:

• Why have you chosen Disney?
• Why have you chosen this internship?
• Why should Disney consider you for this internship?

This deadline for applications is midnight 20th October 2026.

Please only apply for one Internship across The Walt Disney Company. By applying for this opportunity, you may be considered for other roles that align with your interests and skillset.

Once we have received your application, we will be in contact within 14 days to let you know more about the blended online assessment.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided the necessary accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive all benefits of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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