The Walt Disney Company

Quick service food and beverage DCP

January - August 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

Ability to go to the parks whenever I wanted, the friends I made, and the discount was decent.

What I wish was different

I wish they respected college program kids a bit more.

Advice

Make the best of it because it will end, go to the parks whenever you can, go to events , don't just work and then go back home.

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Intern-Show Electronic Engineering

August 2017 • Glendale, CA

What I liked

Variety of meaningful work similar to what full time employees did.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more control over what I could work on.

Advice

Be curious and interested in as much as you can, but don’t fake interest.

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Custodian

January - May 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I loved the relationships I built with other cast members, both at my location and other college program participants. I also loved the perks of being a cast member, like free park access, discounts, etc.

What I wish was different

I wish my schedule was more relaxed and steady. As a CP, you get the hours no one else wants.

Advice

Go into the program with realistic expectations. You are going to WORK. Of course you will have the time of your life playing in the parks with your friends, but its still A TON of work.

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Marketing Intern

May - August 2017 • New York City, NY

What I liked

Ability to work in many departments of the company and be involved with many differing projects.

What I wish was different

Better pairing of interns with their mentors / supervisors.

Advice

Make your voice heard and make sure you are making the most of every opportunity

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Cast Member

May 2019 • Lake Buena Vista, FL

What I liked

I got to work at Walt Disney world all summer, it was great. I was part of an opening team of Star Wars galaxys edge and got to experience meeting many different imagineers. Everyone at work is so friendly and it’s a great environment to work in.

What I wish was different

I wish I had worked in other parks at different shops more often. With my role in merchandise at Disney, I am able to pick up shifts at other locations than my own and work there for the day. I also wish I had networked a bit more.

Advice

It’s so much fun. You are surrounded by everyone who loves Disney and is always happy. This experience is also a great resume booster so I would recommend it for anyone.

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Attractions Host

May - August 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

How I got to learn more about how attractions operate so efficiently and safely along with making a lot of friends.

What I wish was different

Transfer opportunities.

Advice

Safety is the number one priority. After that it's all about learning and having fun.

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Food and Beverage Intern

August 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

All the benefits of the company from insurance all the way to getting in the parks for free.

What I wish was different

Worked a little less since you work a lot and it can be a lot when you are doing classes at the same time.

Advice

What you put in is what you get. The more effort you put in the more fun you will have!

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Disney College Program Intern

February - August 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

Where to even begin? Doing the Disney College Program was hands down the best experience I have ever had in my life. I loved getting an insight on everything that goes in to running as massive of a business as the Walt Disney Company. I got to work and make magic in the attractions role at Disney's Animal Kingdom, specifically at Expedition Everest and Rivers of Light. Also, I got the opportunity to attend seminars and speakers about leadership, Disney heritage, hospitality, and event planning. Over the six months I was there, I made so many incredible friendships and learned and grew so much as a person. Also, getting to go play in the parks and experience the Disney magic everyday wasn't the worst. This whole experience was a dream come true and I recommend it to anyone who is even considering it a little bit!!

What I wish was different

I wish I would have taken more initiative to meet with individuals in different careers that I might be interested in.

Advice

I would say that this experience is incredible but to make sure you realize that it is definitely not just pixie dust and magic everyday. There are going to be bad days and working long shifts with so many guests that are tired, hot, and irritated can get exhausting. The important thing is to keep going and wait for those magical moments with guests that make everything else absolutely worth it.

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Cast Member

July 2018 • Anaheim, CA

What I liked

I enjoy the fast paced work environment. I also am encouraged to learn something new every day that I work. I have plenty of interactions with people from around the world, which is fulfilling for my own social skills.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Disney College Program

May - August 2018 • Lake Buena Vista, FL

What I liked

Having a new adventure, creating magic for guests, gaining independence and responsibility

What I wish was different

More time

Advice

Our school (advisors/career center) isn't very helpful, look for people who have done the program in the past for help

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cast member

February - August 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

Working with people all over the world.

What I wish was different

The housing situation was less then ideal.

Advice

It is Disney World, but it's also a job. They work you as much as possible.

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Merchandiser

May - August 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

Interacting with guest from All around the world. Also working hand and with people from around the world.

What I wish was different

I wish I was in the front of the entrance working instead of inside the park I wanted to see the magic being made from the start once they got to my location they were worn out from the heat

Advice

Be open-minded. Don’t take the experience lightly treat the job as if you were working as the ceo it does get noticed

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Emerging Technology Software Developer Intern

May - August 2018 • Seattle, WA

What I liked

I loved working for Disney! Disney is my dream company. I got the chance to learn about machine learning and to work on a machine learning project for ABC. While working on that project, I collaborated with people from my team and people from a different team. I also got the chance to work on the app team that creates the Android apps for the Disney Parks. I worked on tickets for the Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Hong Kong Disneyland apps. I met a lot of great people at Disney. Everyone was very helpful and friendly. The intern program in the Seattle office was great! I got to know the other interns and the intern coordinators did a really good job running the program. For our intern offsite event, we went out to lunch and then went to MoPop to see the Marvel exhibit and the rest of the exhibits there. Interns also get free admission to the parks like other Disney employees which is a great bonus to working for an awesome company! I can't wait to go back in January!

What I wish was different

Advice

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Conservation Education Presenter

June 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I really like getting to talk to hundreds of people everyday and feeling like I have a big impact. I liked feeling like I was helping shape the ideas many young people had on conservation.

What I wish was different

I wish I was more involved in networking with people in other branches of the company.

Advice

Like with almost internships, you’re going to get what you put in to it. So it is crucial that you show up to everything that you can, even those things that are optional or outside of the job description.

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Disney College Program Participant

January - August 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I loved every part of my program. I was able to gain valuable skills that will benefit my future careers. I was able to take classes and learn about the corporate side of Disney.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have stayed longer, but I had to return to school.

Advice

It taught me more than professional skills. It taught me how to treat other people in my day to day life, and that is with kindness and respect. I would like for people to evaluate how they treat people they don't know.

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Friendship Boat Captain

May - August 2018 • Lake Buena Vista, FL

What I liked

It was a lot of fun. I got to move across the country and meet new people from all around the world. I also got to network with professionals at the Walt Disney Company.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have been there longer.

Advice

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Merchandise

August 2018 • Lake Buena Vista, FL

What I liked

Getting to interact with different people from around the world and learning something new every day

What I wish was different

Advice

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Disney College Program Attractions Cast Member

May - August 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

You get to work with people from all over the world! The friends you make are the best people you’ll ever meet, and you all have a special bond not found anywhere else. It’s also pretty amazing to get to go to the Disney Parks whenever you want for free!

What I wish was different

We were over staffed at my location, so I would I could have worked more hours.

Advice

Go in to it with an open mind, and ready to work! Be open to new experiences and push outside your comfort zone to try new things and meet new people!

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College intern

August 2016 - January 2017 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

Learning Hospitality from the Number one company in Hospitality

What I wish was different

Advice

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Intern

June 2019 • Durham, NC

What I liked

I completely enjoy helping the ITeam solve cases, and investigate new stories. I was able to work at the Miss North America. I will also be in the Christmas Parade.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have the option to work there everyday.

Advice

I will say, always be ready for anything. You never know what you have to research, what the assignment will be for the day. I will say be mindful of what is happening in the news.

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