Summer Intern - Technology

Job Description

About the Role & Team:

At Walt Disney Animation Studios, our mission is to bring captivating stories to life through innovation and artistry. We are seeking talented and passionate individuals for our Summer 2025 Technology Internship Program.

This posting serves as an expression of interest for multiple technical roles within various teams at our studio. As a Summer 2025 Technology Intern, you'll have the opportunity to work on a range of projects that are integral to the creation of our animated films while learning from industry experts.
Our interns can work on projects involving:
• Software Development: Collaborate with teams to develop and enhance tools, systems, and applications that support the animation pipeline and artist workflows, including web development, graphics engineering, and backend systems.
• Systems Engineering: Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT and media systems, networking, contributing to infrastructure development, asset management, and hardware configuration to ensure seamless operations across the studio.
• Technical Support: Provide desktop support and troubleshoot technical issues, working closely with the studio's helpdesk and systems operations teams to ensure a smooth user experience for our artists and technologists. Our work often gives technologists the opportunity to interface with artists directly to triage issues.
• User Experience Research: Support the development of tools and interfaces for animation, lighting, simulation, and material workflows, contributing to the creation of visual assets and optimizing processes within the studio's proprietary software systems.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Don't have all the below qualifications? We still want to hear from you! If you meet some of the requirements and are eager to learn, we encourage you to apply:
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, JavaScript, or similar.
• Familiarity with operating systems like macOS, Windows, or Linux, as well as experience with software tools such as Maya, Houdini, or similar.
• Ability to rapidly ideate and test UI/UX design concepts and prototypes.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• A passion for technology, animation, and storytelling.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with web frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js).
• Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), or database management.
• Familiarity with animation workflows, media systems, or IT asset management.
• A strong interest in contributing to the development of cutting-edge tools and systems in an animation production environment.

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Education:

Currently working toward a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD with a major in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Digital Art, Animation, or a related field.

Program Details:
• Location: Burbank, CA.
• Program Length: May/June - August/September 2025 (12 weeks).
• Full time, 40 hours per week.

Eligibility Requirements:

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 old
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization and provide full availability for the entire program duration.
• Must provide your own housing and transportation during the internship.
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program.

Additional Information:

This posting represents an expression of interest for various roles within Walt Disney Animation Studios' technical teams. By applying, you will be considered for multiple opportunities that match your skills and interests. At Walt Disney Animation Studios, we celebrate diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where all voices are valued. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities and veterans, to apply.

This posting is seeking candidates to fill multiple roles in Burbank, California. 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. The pay rate for this Technology Internship role is $30.00-45.00 per hour, depending on the position.

Disney Animation continues to build on its rich legacy of innovation and creativity, from the first fully-animated feature film, 1937's ''Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,'' to the upcoming fall 2024 feature, ''Moana 2.'' Among the studio's timeless creations are ''Pinocchio,'' ''Sleeping Beauty,'' ''The Jungle Book,'' ''The Little Mermaid,'' ''The Lion King,'' ''Frozen,'' ''Zootopia,'' and ''Encanto.''

This position is with The Traveling Lab, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Animation Studios.

The Traveling Lab 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-g3eep5-3-137-168-223-42 in your application.