Job Posting Title:

WABC-TV (ABC7) Creative Services Intern, Summer/Fall 2026

Req ID:

10138348

Job Description:

About the Role & Program:

WABC-TV, the flagship Disney/ABC–owned television station in New York, is the most watched television station in the New York television market and the United States. WABC also leads the local news market in digital and social-engagement metrics! Channel 7’s Creative Services department functions as an in-house advertising agency promoting Eyewitness News, which is New York’s #1 news brand; the abc7NY digital/social brands; the ABC7 New York streaming platforms; and all local programming on WABC-TV.

This internship is a part-time (24 hours), six-month commitment in the New York, New York area from June 2026-January 2027.

What You Will Do:

This internship might be for you if you enjoy a very hands-on learning environment, seek to be entrusted with genuine responsibility, appreciate constructive feedback, and are looking for mentorship. As our intern, you will gain knowledge and real-world experience in production, post-production, promotion writing, and media marketing. You are very self-motivated, willing to take on new challenges, capable of meeting deadlines and producing high-quality work, while making the most of your time with us to truly make a difference.

As the intern in our Creative Services department, you will assist producers in preparing spots for air and will be responsible for shepherding various projects through to completion. You will gain exposure to multiple departments at the station, including News, Programming, Production, Graphics, and Sales/Marketing. Video editing experience is absolutely essential.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Outstanding video editing experience in Adobe Premiere

Familiarity with ABC7 New York properties (linear, social, digital, streaming)

Attention to detail, exacting standards, and outstanding organizational skills

Major or previous coursework in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Video Production, or related major

Proven track record working independently

Preferred Qualifications:

The ability to use DSLR cameras is a plus

Familiarity with graphic and/or motion design programs (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, AfterEffects, etc.)

Education:

Junior/Senior-level standing

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 Information

Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship

Fully available from June 2026 through January 2027

Candidates must be available to work 24 hours per week on a flexible schedule set by the supervisor, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Afternoon availability during the week, especially on Thursday and Friday, is preferred

Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the New York, New York area

Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work in the New York, New York area

Materials Required:

A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applications without a portfolio link on the résumé will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position. Please visit our support site or additional information.

The pay rate for this role in 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, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Networks

Job Posting Primary Business:

Disney Networks All

Primary Job Posting Category:

Production Intern

Employment Type:

Part time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

New York, NY, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-01-20