Business and Sales Placement 2027

Ready to make magic? We’re hiring for our 12-month undergraduate placement schemes. As a Business and Sales Intern, you will be exposed to the commercial functions across The Walt Disney Company (TWDC). You will contribute to strategic projects, play a key role in analysing commercial data which will contribute to improving business processes and commercial performance. The internship will encourage you to think strategically and advance your commercial acumen, as well as developing your interpersonal skills, critical thinking and project management skills. We have multiple internships available within Business and Sales. By applying for this opportunity, you will be considered for one of the below areas. If you have a particular preference, please note this in your cover letter. Disney+ Content Acquisitions (Direct-to-Consumer & Media Networks) : You’ll be part of a team working across the non-linear (Disney+) brands and platforms, and linear (Star, FX & Disney Channels). You will provide support to the team by coordinating projects, working with external and internal partners to help source and review content for the Disney+ service, and working closely with various teams including Programming, Legal and Finance to best support content planned across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region and generate a return on investment. Strategic Initiatives and Launch : In this role, you will support the delivery of high-profile strategic initiatives that bring together teams from across Disney+, including Programming, Marketing, Partnerships, Product, Commercial, Legal and Analytics. Working alongside experienced programme managers, you'll help coordinate launch plans across multiple international markets, track progress against key milestones, and ensure teams remain aligned throughout delivery. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in programme management, contribute to projects with real business impact, and learn how a global streaming service plans, launches and operates major initiatives at scale. Disney Consumer Products Commercial, Account & Category Management : You will play a key role in supporting the sourcing, developing new partners and products across our Toy & Food businesses. From identifying trends, to thinking of exciting new product ideas, this internship will develop skills in creative & strategic thinking, commercial acumen and sales. This role would be suitable for those who are passionate about Disney products. Loyalty and Premiums : You will manage the relationship with the external Premium Partners and support the business’s promotional activities across every Disney brand. You will be responsible for all aspects of Account Management including, handling enquiries, and collaborating with multiple internal departments (from Product Development to Contracts). UK Retail Sales and Marketing : You will work with a range of UK retailers from grocery to e-commerce where you will support the activation of commercial and marketing plans across all the franchises and product categories associated with TWDC brand. E-Commerce Marketplaces : You’ll help drive the growth of our leading licensees across toys, fashion, home, publishing, health & beauty, and games. This role offers hands-on experience in brand management and e-commerce, from running campaigns and promotions to analysing sales data, reviewing category performance, and identifying new opportunities to boost sales and strengthen our global brand presence. Brand Commercialisation : You will work across a selection of the Disney, Pixar, Marvel, 20th Century Studios and Lucasfilm brands. You will be responsible for assisting the team in delivering global/regional (EMEA) strategies to maximise revenue and grow brand engagement for all audiences. You will gain hands-on experience in commercial brand strategy, brand health analysis, and partner pitching. This opportunity would suit a detail-oriented, analytical individual with a curiosity for the financial and consumer data insights that underpin our Brand Commercialisation strategies. Disney Destinations International Sales: Forming part of the travel division of Disney, this remit is responsible for the sales and marketing of Disneyland Paris (DLP), Walt Disney World (WDW) and Disney Cruise Line (DCL) across the UK, Ireland and the EMEA region. Interns will join the sales team, managing relationships with UK travel industry partners to enable them to sell our destinations and increase the sales of packages and tickets through a variety of activities and events. Disney Platform Distribution Affiliates Sales : You will play a key role in supporting the team and actively contribute to the affiliate sales success. You will be part of an array of projects across the distribution of Disney’s linear channels (National Geographic, Disney Channel) and Disney+ to platform partners (B2B) across EMEA markets. Key responsibilities will include market analysis, financial