ESPN Legal JD Intern, Summer 2026

February 27, 2026

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About the Role & Program
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. Every day we're doing things that no one has done, all in a dynamic culture where we defy odds and continuously outdo ourselves. When you have the latest technology, game-changing ideas and world-class talent on your team, every day is extraordinary.

ESPN Legal is seeking a current law student to assist with legal research, review of content and advertising, compliance matters, and project coordination. Position is located in Bristol, CT and intern would need to provide own housing and transportation for the summer.

What You Will Do
The ESPN legal internship offers hands-on experience, including drafting agreements, working with claims and risk teams, learning compliance, attending meetings, and shadowing staff. Interns gain insight into sports and entertainment and have opportunities to network with LGA interns.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Demonstrated organizational abilities with proven capacity to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity in managing confidential information
Adept at working independently while recognizing appropriate opportunities to seek guidance
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications

Prior internship or work experience at a law firm, enabling them to start quickly and contribute effectively.
Contracting and drafting experience, which supports legal tasks and documentation.
Demonstrated interest in in entertainment law, copyright, Intellectual property (IP), regulatory or administrative law, or contract drafting courses (relevant course work is a plus).

Education

Completion of one or more years of law school in a current JD program at the start of the internship

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
Be enrolled in an accredited law school 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 1, 2026 through August 7, 2026
Able to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 9am - 6pm
Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Bristol, CT
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

The pay rate for this internship in Bristol is $41.40 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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