Learning the ins and outs of operations within the Disneyland Resort. I’ve always been a huge Disney fan, and being a part of the magic making will stay with me forever.
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Photopass Photographer
February - August 2018 • Orlando, FL
What I liked
I loved the work environment and the work i was able to do. It really felt like i was able to make a difference.
What I wish was different
I wish I had the option to do specialized training for different departments, but even without that it was a great skill building experience.
Advice
Do research in advance and prepare yourself for the travel and living abroad experience.
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Software Developer Intern
June - August 2018 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
The environment was more open and relaxed yet still efficient.
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Custodial
June 2016 - August 2017 • Anaheim, CA
What I liked
Working at disneyland is an amazing experience. The atmosphere is fun and you meet a lot of cool people.
What I wish was different
The pay
Advice
Enjoy the experience make use of all the benefits you get being a cast memeber.
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Quick Service Food and Beverage
August 2017 • Orlando, FL
What I liked
I liked the work experience I gained. The internship is also paid so that was a nice benefit.
What I wish was different
I wish I had been doing something a little bit more relative to my future job aspirations.
Advice
Be prepared to work your butt off because working in the parks is not an easy job.
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Landscape Architecture Intern
August - December 2017 • Lake Buena Vista, FL
What I liked
The entire internship was incredible and taught me so much about my industry and opened my eyes to a lot of aspects of my major that I would have never considered. The people you meet here and the network you build will be so helpful for the future and I cannot wait to see where the network I built will take me. Disney has a unique system of "meet and greets" where you can set up a time to meet with almost anyone in the company. I was able to set up meetings with some executive directors and project managers who I never thought would have time to talk to an intern.
What I wish was different
I wish it had been longer, I had the opportunity to extend but didn't want to miss any more school.
Advice
Apply over and over again, I applied 6 times before receiving this internship. Also apply knowing it is very competitive and don't be hard on yourself if you don't get it. Once you make it into the office, network with as many people as possible and try to reach out to other teams that could have possible future positions for you.
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Professional Intern
August 2017 • Orlando, FL
What I liked
Excellent pay, great company, monthly learnings, encourages interns to try different departments
What I wish was different
A bit more flexible with class schedules. The internship was full time so it is hard to take classes in person
Advice
Take advantage of all of the knowledge available from professionals in the company more than 30 years
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Slide operator and Lifeguard
February - August 2018 • Orlando, FL
What I liked
I loved having guest interaction and my coordinators were great to work with.
What I wish was different
I wish that guests had been more kind. I know this isn't a very realistic request, but I feel that my employer did everything right as a company. I have no complaints against Disney and no suggestions really.
Advice
I would say that this experience helped me grow. You definitely have to be open to moving across the country, being away from home, and living with several people you have never met before. There can also be long hours, but the experience is definitely worth it.
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Hotel Front Desk Clerk
January - August 2018 • Orlando, FL
What I liked
The guests were phenomenal, my coworkers were amazing, and the fact that you can go to the parks WHENEVER you want was literally a dream
What I wish was different
Nothing!
Advice
Do it with an open mind because you will he stressed out every now and then, but make a good solid group of friends with your roommates and coworkers so everything will be smooth and happy.
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Performer
April 2017 • Anaheim, CA
What I liked
It’s really different!
What I wish was different
They didn’t over schedule you, or over worked you.
Advice
If you have too much on your plate, DROP THIS.
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Interior Design Intern
June 2018 • Orlando, FL
What I liked
The hands on experience and the opportunity to attend meetings and hear feedback from other disciplines.
