WTVD (ABC11) Community Engagement Intern, Fall 2025

Job ID 10111191 Location Durham, North Carolina, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Feb. 22, 2025

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Program

The Internship Program with the ABC11 Community Engagement Department is crafted to provide one student with a general understanding of the many facets of Community Engagement within the fast-paced media industry!

As an intern on this team, you will work in a professional environment, and you will gain hands-on experience. As the intern for Community Engagement at ABC11, you will be exposed to station-corporate initiatives and events originated by ABC11. You will also be provided with a view of all aspects of television long-form production and operations in the Community Engagement department. You will have the opportunity to observe and participate in the daily work and operations of a major market television station!

What You Will Do

Some of your projects with the WTVD (ABC11) Community Engagement team may include:

Attend community engagement meetings (virtual & in-person)

You will assist with the production of the station’s campaigns & initiatives

Assist with studio and taped long-form productions

Work on Social media engagement and write PSA & digital copy

Interaction via Zoom calls, email, and phone with our ABC11 community and corporate partners,

Connecting with community-based non-profit organizations, and the great communities that interact with and are supported by ABC11.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Curiosity about pursuing a career in television/multi-media field

A hard-working professional who is an organized multitasker who strives to competently balance different tasks.

Are equipped with a strong, ongoing knowledge of long-form TV & video production

A courteous candidate who is responsible with outstanding attention to detail, professional demeanor, and strong work ethic.

Flexible and adaptable in environments

Experience with MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Outstanding phone etiquette along with written and verbal communication skills.

Social media proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in community engagement, corporate citizenship & social responsibility, event planning, or social media/branding a plus.

Major or previous coursework in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Business Administration, or related major

Proficient in Zoom meeting coordination

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship

Be at least 18 years of age

Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program

Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information

Be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship

The approximate dates of this internship are August 2025 through January 2026

All candidates must be willing to work 18 hours/week during the standard work week, Monday - Friday ( 9 am - 6 pm).

Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Durham, North Carolina area

Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work in the North Carolina area

Print This Role Description: Strong candidates may be invited to complete a phone interview. We strongly encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description, so they can refer to it in the event they are selected for a phone interview. Note that this role description will not be accessible once the posting is closed.

The pay rate for this role in North Carolina is $22.00 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.

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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 WTVD Television, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

WTVD Television, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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