Deadline update: Due to a high volume of applications, the deadline for applications has been brought forward to midnight Friday 27th February.
Ready to make magic?We’rehiring for our Apprenticeships.
Join The Walt Disney Company on a two-year Apprenticeship Programme where you will get the chance to work side-by-side with industry leaders while you study towards your apprenticeship qualification - Level 4 Market Research Apprentice.
Whereyou’llwork
This is an office‑based apprenticeship with 4 days a week in our Hammersmith (London) office and 1 day working from home (Monday or Friday).
Who can apply?
Have achieved, or are on track to achieve, two Cs or above at A Level (or equivalent)
Have 5 GCSEs (grade 4–9) including Maths and English
Have the right to work in the UK
Can start in early September 2026
Nopreviousexperience is needed, just enthusiasm and curiosity!
About the Apprenticeship
As a Market Research Apprentice, youwillhelp us understand ourconsumersand what they love, turninginsightsinto stories the business can use to make decisions.Bysubmittingyour application for this opportunity, you will be considered for a positioninone of the following teams:
2) Brand & Franchise Management
By undertaking a role within either area, you will be joining a team grounded in our Disney values, acting with Integrity, welcoming everyone through Inclusion, embracing boundless Creativity, working together throughCollaborationand caring deeply for ourCommunity.You will support your team todeliverprimaryresearchprojects(qualitative and quantitative), and present back your findingsto a variety of teams,approaching your work in a way that reflects these values.
We strongly encourage you to read the below descriptions of each role carefully, reflect on what team would suit youbest,and be prepared to explain your reasoning in your cover letter. Arolepreferenceisn’ta final decision; it simply helps us understand what interests you.
Media Networks
If you love TV,streaming,and keeping up with audience trends,theMedia NetworksTeamcould be your best fit. Join the team that builds an understanding of Disney’s TV channel audiences, such as Disney Channel, National Geographic, STAR, ESPN, acrosstheEurope, MiddleEastand Africa (EMEA).
In this team, you willbe responsible for:
Looking at what audiences are watching on TV, video and streaming by understanding audience data and viewership patterns.
Assistingwith survey set-up, collating feedback, and building reports to share actionable insights.
Keepingup to date with the competitive environment and market landscape, particularly in areas thatimpactthe kids, general entertainment, factual (documentaries), and sport viewing environment.
Creatingpresentations which will be used toshare research insightsto the relevant teams such as programming and marketing.
Brand & Franchise Management
If you love Disney’s brands andfranchises andarecurious to dive deeper into how fans and families connect with them,a role inthe Brand & Franchise Management Research Teamwould be an excellent opportunityfor you.
You will support the Research Managerin the development, delivery, and analysis of research projects. Key responsibilities include:
Deliveringinsightson brand health and character engagementacross Europe, the Middle East andAfrica (EMEA)forour key brands;Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, NationalGeographicand Pixar
Using historical and trendeddatatoidentifygrowthopportunitiesacrossthe businessincludingMarketing,Studios, Consumer Products, Disney+and General Entertainment
Collaboratingwith our Marketingteams to understandcampaignperformanceand help improve future activity
Keepingup to datewith market trends and competitor activity,especiallyin areasinfluencingfamilies, general entertainment, and the retail landscape
Whatwe’relooking for
Wedon’texpect experience. We look for:
Curiosity and willingness to learn
Good communication
Comfort with numbers
Organisation and attention to detail
Desire to build network to strengthen understanding of the business
A passion for understanding people and what drives their behaviour
Familiaritywith Excel and PowerPoint and a desire to develop in this area
Why join Disney?
A £25,000 annual salary and 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
20% of your working hours dedicated to study towards your qualification
Private medical insurance & dental care
Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free
Complimentary subscription to Disney+
Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort Food &Beverageand ticketing
Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our new disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST
How to Apply
You will need to apply with a CV and cover letter.Please note, applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
For your cover letter we will be looking for approximately 400 words and looking to understand the following areas:
The Selection Process & Key Dates
Application deadline:Midnight on Friday 27th February.
Online skills-based assessment:Oncewe have reviewed your application, you will be invited to complete a skills-based online assessment stage to understand more about you and what you can bring to the role. You will be given a week to complete this.
Motivational Interview (20–30 mins via Teams):Taking place between mid-March and early April.
Assessment Day (at our office in Hammersmith):Likely to take place in early April and will include an interview, an immersive job‑relevanttaskand a collaborative group activity. The interview and assessment activities are designed to be friendly, supportive, and accessible for people with no prior experience.
Offer & Onboarding:The Apprenticeship starts in early September.
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,experiencesand perspectives.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided the necessary accommodations toparticipatein the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive all benefits of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
