Character Animation Intern - Summer 2026

Disney

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of traditional animation principles, demonstrated through a demo reel showcasing clear, compelling, and entertaining character acting
• Educational foundation that demonstrates knowledge of physical motion, weight, balance, texture, and form
• Aesthetic sensibility demonstrated through an online demo reel or portfolio
• Storytelling skills preferred
• Computer animation experience is helpful but not required
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working quickly in a collaborative environment
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and team-oriented mindset
• You already possess the legal right to work in the United States
• This is a full-time position. You must be available to work on-site Mon 6.1.26 - Fri 8.21.26

Eligibility:

Traditional Academic Paths: 

• Minimally a junior in college working towards a degree or certificate in animation, illustration, film or a related field
• Recent graduates who are within the first year after graduation are eligible to apply

Less Traditional Professional Paths:

• Career Transition: Those with a minimum of 5 years post-college graduation and whose professional experiences in a work/academic environment differ vastly from animation, VFX, gaming, and other computer graphics-focused industries
• Armed Forces: Those who have served in the armed forces and are in a retraining program
• Home Schooled: Those who are self-taught via an alternative educational path