Summer Intern - Unscripted Development

Job Description

About the Role & Program
Join us for the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the magic, approach, and teamwork behind National Geographic's Unscripted and Natural History Docuseries! Our mission is to commission gripping, entertaining factual series which drives a deeper connection to our world. As an intern, you will learn how National Geographic series evolve from pitch to greenlight, what it takes to commission a show on our network, and all the various stakeholders who play a role in producing and promoting our premium content.
The approximate dates of this internship are from June 2026 through August 2026. If selected for the opportunity, you will report directly to the Specialist, Development. A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Unscripted Development Intern, Summer 2026 position is required to be considered for this opportunity.
What You Will Do
You will have the opportunity to uncover the ingredients that create an entertaining factual series for National Geographic. You will gain insight on the Development process and National Geographic's strategy for our global programming by doing the following:
• Offer a fresh and creative perspective on ideas that are pitched to the Development Team.
• Read treatments/decks, watch sizzles, and share thoughts on projects in our Development Pipeline.
• Assist with the execution of key processes and workflows, such as organizing project materials, distributing meeting agendas, and recording meeting minutes.
• Attend multiple internal and external meetings to absorb information and contribute to discussions when suitable.
• Build numerous connections across several departments in the company.
• Conduct research as needed.
• Showcase talent and key learnings during a mock pitch for a potential National Geographic docuseries at the conclusion of the internship.

Required Qualifications & Skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Curious and creative
• 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 Word and Excel
• Strong interest in TV and entertainment
Preferred Qualifications
• Strong interest in factual content and specific enthusiasm for National Geographic programming

Education
• Students enrolled working towards their bachelor's degree
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
• 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
Additional Required Documents
• A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Unscripted Development Intern, Summer 2026 position is required.

Additional Information
• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• The approximate dates of this internship are June 2026 through August 2026
• Fully available from Monday through Friday, 9am – 6pm ET for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
• Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the DC area
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
The pay rate for this role in Washington DC is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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About National Geographic:
National Geographic Partners LLC (NGP), a joint venture between Disney and the National Geographic Society, is committed to bringing the world premium science, adventure and exploration content across an unrivaled portfolio of media assets. NGP combines the global National Geographic television channels (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Nat Geo PEOPLE) with National Geographic's media and consumer-oriented assets, including National Geographic magazines; National Geographic studios; related digital and social media platforms; books; maps; children's media; and ancillary activities that include travel, global experiences and events, archival sales, licensing and e-commerce businesses. Furthering knowledge and understanding of our world has been the core purpose of National Geographic for 131 years, and now we are committed to going deeper, pushing boundaries, going further for our consumers … and reaching millions of people around the world in 172 countries and 43 languages every month as we do it. NGP returns 27 percent of our proceeds to the nonprofit National Geographic Society to fund work in the areas of science, exploration, conservation and education.

This position is with National Geographic Partners PAY SVC, which is part of a business we call National Geographic.
National Geographic Partners PAY SVC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-ve1040-216-73-216-170-42 in your application.