Antipiracy Technical/Operations Intern, Spring 2027

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Burbank, CA, USA
In-Office
23-23 Hourly
Internship
Digital Media • Gaming • News + Entertainment • Sports
The Role
Supports Disney’s global antipiracy efforts through online enforcement research, intelligence gathering, piracy trend analysis, reporting, emerging technology testing, vendor performance tracking, and investigative projects. The intern researches e-commerce marketplaces, social media, digital networks, and apps while collaborating across legal enforcement, vendor management, and data analysis functions. This part-time internship runs from January through June 2027 in Burbank, California.
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Job Posting Title:

Antipiracy Technical/Operations Intern, Spring 2027

Req ID:

10162682

Job Description:

About the Role & Program

The Disney Global Antipiracy Group is dedicated to delivering antipiracy services globally, focusing on the prevention of online piracy involving film, television, live events, and the sale of unauthorized or unlicensed consumer products associated with Disney properties. This role offers an opportunity to gain practical experience within a dynamic environment, collaborating with an international team of specialists to address illicit distribution of content and unauthorized merchandise. Additionally, it provides exposure to the operational management of extensive global vendor programs.

The internship runs from January 2027 through June 2027. If selected for this role, 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, providing regular reports on piracy and consumer trends.  This role is highly cross-functional, offering exposure to legal enforcement, vendor management, data analysis, and the deployment 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
  • Assist in compiling data, analyzing piracy trends, and generating reports
  • Support the team in evaluating and testing new technologies—such as A.I.
  • Help to track vendor performance metrics and reports
  • Contribute with 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; completion of relevant coursework is advantageous.
  • Familiarity with digital/social media platforms, e-commerce ecosystems, and an emerging A.I. technology
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required.
  • Proven experience working effectively within collaborative teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with a track record of successfully multitasking in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous work experience in the entertainment industry or other creative industries.

Education  

  • Junior or Senior year preferred
  • Major or previous coursework with a business, entertainment, Television, Humanities, and Journalism.

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
  • The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 through June 2027
  • Able to work 16 hours – 20 hours per week
  • Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in Burbank, CA
  • Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

The pay rate for this role in California is $23 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:

Legal

Job Posting Primary Business:

Studio Legal and Legal Affairs

Primary Job Posting Category:

Legal and Business Affairs Intern

Employment Type:

Part time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Burbank, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-10-23

Skills Required

  • Strong interest in entertainment law, the television industry, and negotiation theory or strategy
  • Familiarity with digital and social media platforms, e-commerce ecosystems, and emerging AI technology
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to work effectively in collaborative teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Previous work experience in the entertainment industry or other creative industries
  • Enrollment in an accredited college or university, or current participation in an eligible Disney program
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Unrestricted work authorization
  • Consistent and reliable work schedule throughout the internship
  • Availability to work 16 to 20 hours per week
  • Ability to provide housing in Burbank, California, for the internship
  • Reliable transportation to and from work

The Walt Disney Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Walt Disney Company and has not been reviewed or approved by The Walt Disney Company.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage, mental-health resources, and access to on-site care in some regions are described as substantial strengths of the package.
  • Parental & Family Support — Childcare assistance, senior-care resources, paid family-care leave, and family-building benefits are presented as robust support for families.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Complimentary theme-park admission, discounts on hotels, dining, and merchandise, and tuition assistance through Disney Aspire add distinctive non-cash value to total rewards.

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Year Founded: 1923

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