[Full Remote] Social Media Intern (Marketing) at Joinrs
Job Description
This position is within the Disney Entertainment team, a global leader in media innovation,
Joinrs AI’s summary of the opportunity: Disney is seeking for ESPN a remote Social Media Intern for Fall 2025, with a degree in marketing, business or similar and a strong social media and sports knowledge. The intern will create and optimize content, edit videos, and research trends. The role offers $22/hour and select benefits, including medical and financial options.
The selection process will be fully managed by The Walt Disney Company.
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Ever wonder what it’s like to work for a leading sports entertainment brand? Working at ESPN is unlike anything else! That’s because we’re always finding new ways to interact with fans – however and wherever they connect with sports. We have the latest technology, innovative ideas and world-class talent on our team, and every day is extraordinary.
The Social Media team blends creativity, sports knowledge, and journalistic instincts to produce industry-leading content seen by millions of sports fans. Collaboration, innovation, effort, and fun are at the core of this team and every day is game day! The dates of this internship are September 22nd through December 12, 2025. If selected for this role, you will report to a Social Media Manager.
What You Will Do
We are looking for an intern to assist with social media coverage across Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X and Facebook. The ideal candidate is an avid social media user who can thrive in a fast-paced, team environment with a thirst for learning. The intern will work with teammates to learn and understand the strategy behind posting on ESPN social platforms.
Responsibilities include:
Ideating and optimizing posts for Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X and Facebook
Discovering trending/viral content (often user-generated) and clearing for posting
Clipping and editing short video moments and using Photoshop to create graphics for posting across various social media platforms
Learning to apply news judgment and journalistic standards to the most important stories of the day
Assisting with compiling social analytics recaps and reports
Researching new trends and applications of social media to enhance ESPN’s channels
Required Qualifications & Skills:
Elite knowledge of social media, including expertise on Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X and Facebook
Strong writing and copyediting skills in addition to creative thinking and solid news judgment
Elite knowledge of all sports including current athletes, rules and events
Familiarity with ESPN shows, talent, and digital products
Experience with both video editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, Avid or After Effects) and photo editing software (Photoshop)
Preferred Qualifications
Historical knowledge of sports
Experience with both video editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, Avid or After Effects) and photo editing software (Photoshop)
Familiarity with the sports media landscape, including knowledge of business trends and technologies
Demonstrated leadership experience in a professional role, organization or activity
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
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program
Additional Information
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
This internship is a remote position and requires a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspace
Fully available from September 22nd through December 12, 2025 for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
