National Geographic Yellow Border Production Services & Post-Production Intern, Summer 2026
About the Role & Program
Join us for the opportunity to intern with Yellow Border Production Services & Post-Production at National Geographic! Our department is the in-house production and post-production team for National Geographic, providing services for US and International Programming, Social Media, and other internal needs. We create short and long form content to be distributed across our company’s many platforms including YouTube, Hulu and the Nat Geo linear channels. Our team of Producers, Editors, Associate Producers, Production Coordinators and Production Managers, and Audio Engineers handle hundreds of projects a year. If you are interested in learning how our department develops, researches, produces, edits, and delivers all different types of content through the internal production process, then this might be the role for you.
The approximate dates of this internship are May/June 2026 through August/September 2026. If selected for this role, you will report directly to the Director, Production for Yellow Border Production Services. A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Yellow Border Production Services & Post-Production Intern, Summer 2026 position is required in order to be considered for the opportunity.
What You Will Do
Under the supervision of Director, Production, Producer, Associate Producer, Production Coordinator, Lead Sr. Editors, Sr. Editors, and Editors, you will assist Yellow Border Production Services & the Post-Production Team in the assessment, production, and editing of programs for linear and streaming platforms.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Independent research projects by Yellow Border Production Services & Post-Production relating to short form media creation.
- Working closely with our Yellow Border Development team to brainstorm new program ideas from existing inventory.
- Staying up to date on competitive non-fiction programming.
- Creating papercuts, conforming scripts, supervising edit sessions, updating databases, pre-production prep, and edit prep.
- Ensuring that raw footage meets the highest technical, creative standards for editing and audio post-production environment.
- Assisting a diverse group of editors with varying creative the technical skills/styles to share
- Working on a particular show /delivery or float to assorted projects to experience multiple shows process/deliveries.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Experience in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, Canva and Adobe Premiere Pro
- Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent verbal and written skills
- Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities
- Must possess the ability to handle multiple simultaneous projects with a professional demeanor and prioritize work while under pressure
- Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work with minimal supervision, exercise independent judgment, and be comfortable asking questions to supervisors
- Familiarity with the Adobe Suite, specifically Premiere, After Effects, Media Encoder, and Photoshop
- Must possess the ability to balance multiple simultaneous projects with a professional demeanor and prioritize work while under pressure
- Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work with minimal direction and exercise independent judgment
National Geographic Photo Editing Intern, Summer 2026
About the Role & Program
Join us for the opportunity to intern with the National Geographic’s Photo Department and see firsthand how compelling visual stories come to life. As part of the team that produces photography for National Geographic magazine, nationalgeographic.com, the special print editions, and our leading global social media presence, interns will learn how to curate and commission images and published for audiences around the world. Working alongside experienced photo editors, interns will gain hands-on experience in image research, selection, sequencing, caption development, and editorial processes that uphold National Geographic’s standards for accuracy, ethics, and narrative excellence.
The approximate date of this internship is a full-time, three-month commitment in Washington, DC, from May/June –August/September 2026. If selected for this opportunity, you will report directly to the Manager, Photography, Digital. A portfolio and cover letter are required in order to be considered for this opportunity. Be sure to include any links or examples of personal projects (social media or websites) to your application, if applicable.
What You Will Do
- Research a wide range of stories and partner with editors to identify compelling visual solutions across our platforms.
- Work with a Photo Editor mentor on assigned tasks with clear goals and deadlines.
- Opportunities to work on short-term and more in-depth photo research/editing projects, to propose ideas, and to collaborate with both the mentor and other photo/video/design staff on projects they are involved in.
- Opportunities to sit in on a photo edit or design session with colleagues working on a feature story or similar assignment.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Basic understanding of photo editing software programs (Photoshop, Lightroom, etc.)
- Interest in photography and photojournalism, which can include coursework and examples of work showing excellent visual taste and an appreciation for visual storytelling
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and an ability to handle and prioritize simultaneous projects and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Curiosity about video/social media a plus
- Passion for history, science, environment, and/or wildlife
National Geographic Editorial Video Intern, Summer 2026
About the Role & Program
Join us for the opportunity to join the National Geographic as an editorial video intern! The National Geographic Media Editorial Video Department produces engaging, highly visual social video and digital interactive editorial content across multiple platforms. We are made up of motivated and creative producers and editors with a shared passion for innovative visual storytelling and the National Geographic brand. If you are deeply curious about the world and are actively engaged and create authentically on social media platforms, then this role might be a phenomenal fit for you!
The approximate dates of this internship are from June 2026 through August 2026. This role reports directly to the Manager of Video and will work with National Geographic’s producers, experts, and contributors to develop highly visual, journalistically sound experiences. A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Video Intern, Summer 2026 position is required in order to be considered for the opportunity. Be sure to include any links or examples of personal video projects to your application, if applicable.
What You Will Do
You will collaborate with immersive producers on the development and production of short form digital and social video content for National Geographic Media. The position requires excellent storytelling skills, technical expertise, collaboration with staff and external contributors, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Support and participate in digital editorial content production across multiple platforms and formats including social video and digital video formats. Responsibilities may include reviewing footage, collaborating with colleagues, researching freelance and contract talent, pitching short-form content ideas, and scripting/editing/producing video content.
- Produce and edit at least one short form video for publication on a National Geographic distribution platform.
- Learn and apply audience-centric analytics to assess content performance against internal benchmarks and key performance indicators.
- Participate in team-level creative ideation, education/training opportunities, and strategic discussions.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Strong interest in video journalism, social media content creation and emerging technology
- Strong command of social platforms, especially YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, and experience creating content for these platforms
- Ability to collaborate with a team of writers, editors, designers, and producers
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to handle and prioritize simultaneous projects and meet deadlines
- Proficient in the use of Adobe Creative Suite software and video editing
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience (academic or internship) in journalism (print and/or broadcast); television, news and news media production; and/or television news script writing.
- Previous experience and enthusiasm for social media video content and audience engagement on TikTok and Instagram.
- Familiarity with other social platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter/X
- Awareness of successful content creators for potential partnerships
National Geographic Unscripted Development Intern, Summer 2026
About the Role & Program
Join us for the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the magic, approach, and teamwork behind National Geographic’s Unscripted and Natural History Docuseries! Our mission is to commission gripping, entertaining factual series which drives a deeper connection to our world. As an intern, you will learn how National Geographic series evolve from pitch to greenlight, what it takes to commission a show on our network, and all the various stakeholders who play a role in producing and promoting our premium content.
The approximate dates of this internship are from June 2026 through August 2026. If selected for the opportunity, you will report directly to the Specialist, Development. A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Unscripted Development Intern, Summer 2026 position is required to be considered for this opportunity.
What You Will Do
You will have the opportunity to uncover the ingredients that create an entertaining factual series for National Geographic. You will gain insight on the Development process and National Geographic’s strategy for our global programming by doing the following:
- Offer a fresh and creative perspective on ideas that are pitched to the Development Team.
- Read treatments/decks, watch sizzles, and share thoughts on projects in our Development Pipeline.
- Assist with the execution of key processes and workflows, such as organizing project materials, distributing meeting agendas, and recording meeting minutes.
- Attend multiple internal and external meetings to absorb information and contribute to discussions when suitable.
- Build numerous connections across several departments in the company.
- Conduct research as needed.
- Showcase talent and key learnings during a mock pitch for a potential National Geographic docuseries at the conclusion of the internship.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Curious and creative
- Ability to handle and prioritize simultaneous projects and meet deadlines
- Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment
- Proficient in the use of MS Word and Excel
- Strong interest in TV and entertainment
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 June 2026 through August 2026
- Fully available from Monday through Friday, 9am – 6pm ET for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
- Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the DC area
- Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
The pay rate for this role in Washington D.C. is $22.50 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.