Job Posting Title:

Subscriber Growth & Monetization Intern, Summer 2026

Req ID:

10141292

Job Description:

About the Role & Program

The Subscriber Growth & Monetization (SGM) team is a highly visible team of professionals with backgrounds in consulting, investment banking, private equity, media & entertainment, and technology who serve as in-house advisers to Direct-to-Consumer’s executive leadership, and own the subscriber, engagement, and revenue growth planning and reporting. The team’s activities and accomplishments have contributed to the rapid growth and success of the Direct-to-Consumer business. 

What You Will Do

We are seeking an intern that will play a role in growing our direct-to-consumer business globally. This internship is designed as a rotational opportunity where interns may be placed into — and gain exposure across — multiple functional verticals within SGM, including Subscriber Planning, Revenue Planning, Engagement Planning, Product Planning, and Pricing & Yield Management. The program offers a unique, high‑impact opportunity to contribute to global DTC growth strategies while developing a cross‑functional understanding of the streaming subscriber lifecycle and monetization levers. 

Responsibilities 

Analyze core business drivers spanning subscribers, engagement, revenue, pricing, promotions, and product performance to support strategic decision‑making across the organization.

Support business case development for growth initiatives, including new product features, promotional strategies, pricing changes, bundles, and lifecycle offers.

Conduct ad‑hoc deep dives to identify performance drivers, diagnose issues, and uncover opportunities across markets, partnerships, and product changes.

Synthesize findings into compelling presentations and communication materials for leadership, highlighting insights, risks, opportunities, and recommendations, and present to leadership.

Monitor competitive and industry trends across streaming, pricing, promotions, product innovation, and consumer behavior to contextualize internal performance.

Gain exposure to multiple perspectives within SG&M through collaborative work, mentorship opportunities, and project assignments aligned with business priorities. 

Required Qualifications & Skills

Strong analytical skills and understanding of basic financial and subscriber metrics 

Strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization 

A proactive, self-directed approach and the ability to learn quickly 

Ability to work well in teams, both within the group and with other business units 

Maturity to handle sensitive and highly confidential information 

Education

Currently enrolled as a junior or senior student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business or other quantitative field.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below:

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 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 Information

Please note this internship will be available in two locations: New York City and Santa Monica, CA. There will be an intern selected for each location. 

The approximate dates of this position are May/June 2026 through August/September 2026

Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

Fully available from Monday-Friday for the duration of the position, 40 hours per week

The pay rate for this internship in California and New York is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

Direct to Consumer

Job Posting Primary Business:

DTC Subscription Planning

Primary Job Posting Category:

Business Strategy and Development Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Santa Monica, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

USA - NY - 7 Hudson Square

Date Posted:

2026-01-23