Experienced Comedy Intern – ABC Entertainment & Hulu Originals Summer/Fall 2025 Internship Program
About the Role & Program Are you a comedy enthusiast with a passion for scripted television? Do you dream of working behind the scenes with some of the most talented writers, producers, and actors in the industry? Look no further than the ABC Entertainment & Hulu Originals Comedy Intern, Summer/Fall 2025 internship program. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of comedy development, working alongside industry professionals who are shaping the future of television. At ABC Entertainment and Hulu Originals, we're proud to bring you some of the most compelling and critically acclaimed programming on television, including hit shows like "The Handmaid's Tale," "Grey's Anatomy," "The Bachelor" franchise, and "Abbott Elementary." Our team is dedicated to creating innovative and engaging content that resonates with audiences around the world. As a comedy intern, you'll play a vital role in supporting our development team, working on a wide range of projects from script coverage to project tracking and administrative tasks. You'll have the chance to read scripts, watch TV shows and movies, and engage with industry professionals who are shaping the future of comedy.
Responsibilities
As a comedy intern, your responsibilities will include: Supporting assistants with production grids, project tracking, calendar invites, checking and tracking calls/voicemails, video conference setups, and general daily administrative tasks. Supporting the Coordinator in various administrative tasks and project tracking. Reading scripts, writing coverage, and engaging with/consuming and tracking various forms of media that could be of interest to the development team, including podcasts, television series, movies, novels, comic books, web series, social media personalities, etc. Distribution of various documents and media internally. Required Qualifications & Skills To be considered for this internship, you'll need to possess the following qualifications and skills: Proven skills utilizing Google Suite and MS Office Suite, including Google Drive, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Previous internship experience within a related field. An interest in scripted television and a hunger to learn about television. Strong attention to detail. Responsible, dependable, and organized with excellent communication/writing skills. Must be able to multi-task and prioritize assignments by deadline.
Preferred Qualifications
While not required, the following qualifications and skills are preferred: Experience in covering phone lines for executives and/or senior leadership. Knowledge of current series on ABC, Hulu, and other networks. Interest in comedy and knowledge of stand-up, improv, and sketch talent. Education To be eligible for this internship, you must be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree, taking at least one class at the time of application, or currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship. Eligibility Requirements & Program Information To be considered for this internship, you must meet the following eligibility requirements: Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree, taking at least one class at the time of application, or currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship. Be at least 18 years of age. Possess unrestricted work authorization. Additional Required Documents A cover letter indicating your interest in the ABC Entertainment & Hulu Originals Comedy Intern, Summer/Fall 2025 position is required. Additional Information As a comedy intern, you'll be expected to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship, working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm PT. You'll also be responsible for providing your own housing in the Burbank, California area and having reliable transportation to/from work. Compensation & Benefits The pay rate for this internship in California is $22.00 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: How to Apply If you're a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for comedy and scripted television, we encourage you to apply for the ABC Entertainment & Hulu Originals Comedy Intern, Summer/Fall 2025 internship program. Don't miss this opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the entertainment industry and work alongside industry professionals who are shaping the future of television. Apply now and take the first step towards a career in comedy development! Apply for this job Apply tot his job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job