Are you an aspiring sports journalist looking for experience at an industry-leading company?
This is your chance to join ESPN for an exciting and rewarding 12-month internship.
ESPN – the world’s biggest sports publisher and broadcaster – is offering a 12‑month internship for undergraduates, based at its London HQ in Hammersmith, starting in summer 2027.
- You will spend time in all the key departments in the London office, including news, features, video, live, programming and social.
- As an ESPN Editorial Intern, you will be fully integrated into the day-to-day activities of our editorial team. You will use your wide understanding of the sports world to provide valuable support to our teams on several of our sites, including ESPN UK and ESPN FC.
- You will be involved in writing news stories, sourcing material, conducting interviews, uploading content, photo management, research, site traffic reporting, maintenance of blogs and general admin tasks. This internship will develop your communication and writing skills, along with your sports industry knowledge.
- You’ll join a team grounded in our Disney values; acting with Integrity, welcoming everyone through Inclusion, embracing boundless Creativity, working together through Collaboration and caring deeply for our Community. These values shape how we work and how we support one another every day.
- This is an office-based internship. Four days working in the Hammersmith, London office with one day working from home. Interns will have multiple evening and weekend shifts to cover live events and engage with our audience during peak sports hours.
Eligibility
- Must be a second-year undergraduate student on a placement year course returning to study in Autumn 2028
- Must have the right to work in the UK already in place
- Available to start working full time from June 2027
- Interested in the area you are applying for, whether this is through your studies, experiences, extracurricular activities or a general interest
About you
- Strong passion for sports, especially those relevant to ESPN’s audience such as football and Formula 1
- Passion for journalism and sports news
- Excellent writing, editing and communication skills
- Attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to connect with people at all levels in a professional and mature manner
- Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and undertake various administrative duties
- Strong MS Office skills
The Perks
- Develop your workplace skills and experience to help build the foundations of your future career
- Constructive on-the-job training as well as companywide learning and development initiatives
- Learn how decisions and actions are made within a global business environment
- Tackle real responsibility and become an essential part of an encouraging team
- Have the support and network of a large community of interns
- Access to join and support our Employee Resource Groups ranging from WOMEN @ Disney, Disney MOSAIC, Disney PRIDE, our disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group – TRUST
- Annual salary of £28,000 with 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)
- Contractually enrolled into Disney’s workplace pension scheme
- Discounts & Perks: You are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort food & beverage and ticketing
- Access to free support services including Unmind, the mental wellbeing app
- Opportunity to select eye care and flu vouchers
This deadline for applications is midnight 20th October 2026.
The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided the necessary accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive all benefits of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
About the Company
Disclaimer
This position is with The Walt Disney Company Limited, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (EMEA).
The Walt Disney Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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ESPN Editorial Placement 2027 employer: The Walt Disney Company
At The Walt Disney Studios, we foster a vibrant culture of innovation and creativity, making it an exceptional place for a Technical Director to thrive. Located in Iver Heath, our London-based production unit offers unique opportunities for collaboration with a global team, alongside generous benefits such as private medical insurance, free park entry, and a commitment to employee growth through diverse resource groups. Join us to be part of a team that not only values your technical expertise but also champions inclusivity and well-being.
