Retail Creative Intern, Spring 2027

Job Posting Title:

Retail Creative Intern, Spring 2027

Req ID:

10160430

Job Description:

About the Role & Program:

Disney Consumer Products (DCP) brings the magic of Disney’s beloved stories, franchises and characters to families and fans around the globe. From toys to apparel, books to games, our global organization has a profound impact on The Walt Disney Company and the global markets in which we operate! With a portfolio of renowned franchises including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, 20th Century Studios, National Geographic and Star Wars, we are a worldwide industry and category leader delivering innovative products that entertain and inspire.

The Retail Creative Intern will be supporting our team who are crafting and producing branded retail design expressions across all franchises. As an Intern, you will focus on creating retail tool kits, style guide development and spatial planning for retail spaces spanning the globe!

This is a 6-month, full time, in-person internship in Glendale, CA from January 11th to June 4th, 2027.

What You Will Do:

• Support the creative design and development across all branded retail design experiences spanning the entire portfolio of The Walt Disney Company Franchises – Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Fox & National Geographic
• Contribute to design development on retail toolkits/style guides across the portfolio of brands
• Assist team with crafting architectural features, branding, signage, fixtures and visual merchandising
• Learn about fashion, market trends & understanding of IP guardrails and storytelling
• Researching new materials and fabrication processes, learning about new technologies involved in advancing consumer experiences in retail
• Building strong POV boards for projects; this may include design benchmarking, materials & sketching to convey specific story telling or concepts

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Technical proficiency in 3D modeling + rendering skills (Rhino & Enscape) and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
• Proficiency in graphic design; understanding of visual identity and clear understanding of composition, color and graphic design within the built environment
• Hands-on ability to convey design ideas and concepts quickly to team members
• Knowledge of visual merchandising standard processes and presentation
• Strong communication skills, diplomacy, and collaborative spirit
• Standout team-player with flexibility in design approaches & processes
• Ability and eagerness to learn and adapt quickly and work in a constantly evolving environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in interior design, retail design, or construction
• Proficiency in Animation and VR software (Adobe After Effects & Blender)
• An understanding of IP and use of characters and storytelling within a built environment

Education

• Please apply if you are a current undergraduate (Junior or Senior preferred) pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Environmental Design, Industrial Design, or other related fields

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information: 

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

•  Be currently 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 US work authorization

Required Materials:

• A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio embedded 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 for additional information.

The pay rate for this role in Glendale, CA is $23.00 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:

NA - Global Creative

Job Posting Primary Business:

NA - Global Creative

Primary Job Posting Category:

Architecture and Design Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-09-22

Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Environmental Design, Industrial Design, or related fields (Junior or Senior preferred). Be at least 18 years of age and possess unrestricted US work authorization. Technical proficiency in 3D modeling and rendering skills (Rhino & Enscape) and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop). Proficiency in graphic design, understanding visual identity, composition, color, and graphic design within the built environment. Ability to convey design ideas and concepts quickly to team members. Knowledge of visual merchandising best practices and presentation. Strong communication skills, diplomacy, and collaborative spirit. Standout team-player with flexibility in design approaches & processes. Ability and eagerness to learn and adapt quickly and work in a constantly evolving environment. A portfolio review is required for this position.