Consumer Products Softlines Licensing Intern, Spring 2027

About the Role & Program

From toys to apparel, books to games, and much more, Disney Consumer Products (DCP) brings our company's products to markets worldwide through stories and characters. With a portfolio of renowned franchises, including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, 20th Century Studios, and National Geographic, our efforts to deliver innovative, experiential products are designed to entertain and inspire. As a part of our team, you will support our dynamic, fast-paced Adult apparel and accessories licensed business.

This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Glendale, CA area from January 11th, 2027 through June 4th, 2027.

What You Will Do

The Softline's licensing intern will work with top licensees to create best-in-class fashion products, driving strategy to gain market share and maximizing floor space to increase revenue. On any given day you might:

• Research and respond to licensee requests
• Attend meetings and distribute notes to the category team
• Maintain and update buy boards
• Manage Box folders (including POS, on-order, pitches, and franchise information)
• Serve as liaison for marketing approvals
• Maintain and distribute licensee lists
• Work with associates on PR/Social Media requests
• Collect information for business analysis, including trend research and retail shopping visits/updates
• Provide management support in the contract and amendment process when requested
• Prepare product presentations

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Skilled at managing several projects for different brands simultaneously with strong attention to detail and organization
• Experienced in problem-solving with creative solutions
• Demonstrated ability to embrace a fast-moving, action-oriented environment
• Excellent computer literacy; strong proficiency in Keynote and Microsoft Office suite
• Clear written and verbal communication for effective teamwork and stakeholder collaboration
• The capacity to effectively prioritize tasks and promptly adjust to evolving business requirements

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrated enthusiasm for evolving trends in apparel and accessories
• A strong interest in the business aspects of the apparel and licensing industries
• Prior coursework in licensing

Education

• Currently enrolled as a senior
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business or Communications

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all 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

• The dates of this internship are January 11th 2027 through June 4th 2027
• Fully available from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Time Zone, with possible weekends or shifts that are outside of these hours for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
• Interns must able to provide own housing and transportation for the duration of the internship program in the Glendale, CA area
• Be aligned with The Disney Look appearance guidelines

The pay rate for this internship in California is $23.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits.