Description
The Disney Lawyers in Film Training (D-LIFT) Program is an immersive development program in the Legal Department of Disney Entertainment, Studios.
During this two-year program, you will receive mentorship from experienced Studio Legal attorneys, participate in professional development training focused on practical skills for thriving in an in-house studio legal environment, engage in substantive legal work, and get hands-on experience on legal matters arising during the course of the development and production of live action and animated feature films across Walt Disney Pictures, 20th Century Studios, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and other Studio Legal teams.
Program Structure:
- June 2027 – August 2027: Part-time remote work (approximately 4 hours per week) with virtual orientations, studio immersion sessions, and mentoring while preparing to take the July 2027 California Bar Exam.
- September 2027 – November 2027: Full-time in-person work while awaiting the results of the July 2027 California Bar Exam. Responsibilities include:
+ Assisting attorneys with research, proofreading, and some drafting + Participating in business and leadership development sessions + Meeting regularly with the program leader and an assigned mentor for additional one-on-one development and support
- December 2027 – April 2028: Full-time work with expanded responsibilities for those who pass the July 2027 California Bar Exam.
- May 2028 – June 2028: Full-time work with expanded responsibilities for those who pass either the July 2027 or February 2028 administration of the California Bar Exam.
Basic Qualifications:
- Intend to take the July 2027 administration of the California Bar Exam
- Current 3L, graduating in May/June 2027 from a U.S. ABA-accredited law school
- Previous relevant professional experience, ideally working at a law firm, production company, or studio/media company, including internships
- Strong desire for a career in the entertainment industry, specifically motion picture production
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage confidential information
- Excellent work ethic and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build professional, interdepartmental relationships at multiple levels
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines/deliverables
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong demonstrated interest in entertainment law through a combination of relevant coursework, extracurricular activities, and prior work experience, including internships
- Curiosity and willingness to innovate in the legal space, including using AI tools and smart technology
Eligibility Requirements:
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Available remotely part-time (approx. 4 hours/week) from June 2027 through mid-August 2027, and then full-time and in-person from mid-August 2027 through June 2028
- Ability to relocate to the Los Angeles area no later than August 15, 2027