Antipiracy Intern Spring 2027

About the Role & Program

The Disney Global Antipiracy Group delivers antipiracy services worldwide, with a focus on preventing online piracy of film, television and live events, as well as the sale of unauthorized or unlicensed consumer products tied to Disney properties. This role gives you practical experience in a dynamic setting, working with an international team of specialists to address illicit distribution of content and unauthorized merchandise. You will also see how global vendor programs are run day to day.

The internship runs from January 2027 through June 2027. If selected, you will report directly to the VP of Antipiracy Operations.

What You Will Do

As an Antipiracy Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting online enforcement, researching piracy technologies, websites, e-commerce platforms and apps, tracking piracy data, and reporting on piracy and consumer trends. The role is cross-functional, with exposure to legal enforcement, vendor management, data analysis and the use of emerging technologies to protect our creators and business.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct targeted research and intelligence gathering across global e-commerce marketplaces, social media platforms and digital networks
• Help compile data, analyze piracy trends and generate reports
• Support the team in evaluating and testing new technologies, such as AI
• Help track vendor performance metrics and reports
• Contribute to ad-hoc investigative projects as directed by the management team

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Demonstrated strong interest in entertainment law, the television industry, and negotiation theory or strategy. Completed relevant coursework is an advantage.
• Familiarity with digital and social media platforms, e-commerce ecosystems and an emerging AI technology
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Proven experience working effectively within collaborative teams and managing multiple projects at once
• Exceptional attention to detail and a track record of multitasking in fast-paced environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience in the entertainment or other creative industries

Additional Information

• Able to maintain a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• Able to work 16 to 20 hours per week
• Able to provide your own housing in Burbank, CA for the duration of the internship
• Able to provide or have reliable transportation to and from work