Hulu Originals Documentary Development Intern, Summer/Fall 2025

Job ID 10109220 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Jan. 16, 2025

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Program

Hulu is the leading premium streaming service offering live and on-demand TV and movies, with and without commercials, both in and outside the home. Operating at the intersection of entertainment and technology, Hulu has a unique opportunity to be the number one choice for TV. We captivate and connect viewers with the stories they love, and we’re looking for people who are passionate about redefining TV through innovation, unconventional thinking, and embracing fun. Join us and see what Hulugan life is all about.

Hulu’s Original Content team is seeking a Documentary Development Spring Intern who will be an outstanding addition to growing team. As a Development Intern at Hulu, you will experience the day-to-day efforts of a streaming network documentary development department. You will gain a solid perspective of that market and the industry overall. As a member of the Originals team, you will also have the opportunity to collaborate with all Original Content sub-teams including Post and Production, in addition to members of the Marketing, PR, Legal, Business Affairs, Finance and Data teams. The ideal candidate for this opportunity likes to think critically and strategically, is intellectually curious, attentive to detail, thrives in an undefined environment, and employs a proactive approach to problem solving. If you are someone who works effectively in a dynamic, collaborative team, then this is a great role for you!

The approximate dates of this internship are June 2025 through December 2025. If selected for this role, you will report directly to the Senior Manager, Documentaries.

What You Will Do

Work alongside Documentary executives on assignments as needed
Track, organize, and manage incoming documentary submissions and materials on past and current shows in partnership with Development executives and assistant
Assist in building and maintaining competitive industry tracking documents, developing an understanding of the documentary and nonfiction industry
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure they have the latest nonfiction creative updates and information
Assist with reviewing creative materials and providing strong written feedback
Research and track potential IP for potential development

Required Qualifications & Skills

Passion for media and entertainment, with a focus on Documentary features or limited series
Exceptional organizational skills and efficient time management
Proven ability to take on multiple projects at a given time
Can-do, proactive attitude and positive, collaborative demeanor
Outstanding written and verbal communication capabilities, as well as attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

Previous television extracurricular/internship experience
An interest in pursuing a career in documentary development

Education

Senior year preferred
Pursuing an undergraduate degree in TV & Film, Journalism, Communications, or related subject

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 Required Documents

A cover letter indicating your interest in the Hulu Originals Documentary Development Intern, Summer/Fall 2025 position is required.

Additional Information

Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
The approximate dates of this internship are June 2025 through December 2025
Fully available from Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm PT for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Burbank, California area
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

The pay rate for this internship in California is $22.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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About Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Hulu Enterprises, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

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