Product Design - Licensed Toys Intern, Spring 2027
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Disney Consumer Products brings Disney’s stories, franchises, and characters to families and fans worldwide through products such as toys, apparel, books, and games.
The Product
Design Intern will support licensed toy projects for Princess, Frozen, and Walt Disney Animation Studios by researching trends, developing concepts, creating sketches and inspiration boards, and collaborating with design teams and licensees throughout product development.
Responsibilities
Work with the product design Manager and design team on licensed Disney Consumer Products toy lines Participate in product approvals, including creative reviews, feedback sessions, and key meetings with licensees Make artistic contributions to new initiatives by sketching concepts, crafting trend boards, and sharing ideas Monitor competitors, product innovation, and market dynamics Research Initial seasonal trends by category Coordinate product submissions for creative reviews and approvals with the design team Coordinate and maintain product and market samples Recommend product ideas to build and strengthen businesses Present concepts and project deliverables to management and internal teams Participate in possible limited domestic travel for on-site product approval with licensees
Qualifications: Strong sketching abilities Solid knowledge of toy categories, particularly dolls, playsets, and roleplay Demonstrated creativity, resourcefulness, and innovative thinking Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills and confidence in presenting/public speaking Proficiency in creating and editing videos to be used in internal presentations Skilled at PowerPoint deck creation and delivery Strength in virtual platforms like Microsoft Teams and Zoom Genuine passion for drawing and the ability to create overlays Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator Pursuing a degree in Toy Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Fashion Design, Illustration, or a related design field A portfolio review is required for this position Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, pursuing a bachelor's degree, taking at least one class at the time of application, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program Be at least 18 years of age Possess unrestricted work authorization Passion for keeping current with trends in toys and design Experience creating POV/mood boards Junior or Senior year preferred
Benefits: Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.