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Pixar Public Relations Internship

Pixar is offering an exciting internship program geared towards students wanting to pursue a career in Public Relations within the entertainment industry. The 12-week internship is intended to give students valuable "hands on" experience and exposure to our unique environment. This is an excellent opportunity for students to learn from working professionals!

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and coordination of PR events, interviews, photo shoots, press tours, junkets and premieres
• Grow your knowledge of Pixar, animated films and the theatrical, in-home and streaming industries
• Assist in the coordination of all aspects of Domestic & International Theatrical and In-home publicity campaigns, Disney+ release publicity campaigns, Pixar Park Attraction campaigns, Consumer Products publicity and D23 Expo preparation and planning
• Help with Pixar's social media strategy and management
• Develop and maintain a close working relationship with publicity team members and effectively balance and execute all demands and responsibilities
• Staff related publicity events and activities as needed
• Build cross-functional relationships with other interns and participate and properly represent the PR Department in all Pixar intern activities
• Prepare timely follow-up communication, status reports and results reporting, as needed

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and consistently meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high attention to detail
• Mac literate and strong technical skills
• Love taking initiative and creatively solving problems should they come up
• Proficient administrative skills using gmail, google calendar and docs
• Knowledge of film, animation or entertainment industry required

Eligibility:

• Minimally a junior in college working towards a degree or certificate in Public Relations, Advertising or a closely related area of study
• Recent grads who are within the first year after graduation are eligible to apply
• 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

Visa Sponsorship:

• Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor student/intern visas at this time

Submission Process and Application Materials (Please Read Carefully):

• Attach a single PDF file containing your cover letter and resume.
• Due to the high volume of submissions, we are not able to provide feedback nor are we able to respond to requests for application status. You will be notified when there is an update on your application.
• In submitting your application, you are agreeing to the terms of our Submission Release Form. Without this, we are unable to consider your application.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, February 1, 2026

The pay rate for this internship in Emeryville is $22.50 per hour.

About Pixar Animation Studios:

Pixar Animation Studios, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is an Academy Award-winning film studio with world-renowned technical, creative and production capabilities in the art of computer animation. The Northern California studio has created some of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time, including "Toy Story," "Monsters, Inc.," "Cars," "The Incredibles," "Ratatouille," "WALLE," "Up," "Toy Story 3," "Brave," "Inside Out," and "Coco." Its movies have won 35 Academy Awards and have grossed more than $13 billion at the worldwide box office to date.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Pixar Inc., which is part of a business we call Pixar Animation Studios.

Pixar Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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