6-Month 3D Character Modeler Internship – Orlando

The Walt Disney Company; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company in the Orlando/Kissimmee area is seeking a 3D Modeling Intern to create character artwork for consumer products, working with a dedicated team on projects of varying complexity. This full-time six-month internship runs from January 2027 to June 2027.

You will develop 3D character models in ZBrush, prepare files for manufacturing, manage project archives, and operate 3D printers for rapid prototyping. A portfolio showing 2D to 3D translation is required.

Qualifications

• High-quality 3D modeling in ZBrush.
• Strong literacy in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Understand cartooning and animation principles.
• Baseline knowledge of Character Art.
• Exposure to sculpting, painting, and drawing.
• Proven strong concepting skills.
• Passion for Disney characters and storytelling in product design.
• Creative problem solving and ability to translate concepts.
• Awareness of marketplace trends.
• Ability to present concepts in formal and informal settings.
• Portfolio showing 2D-to-3D translation.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D character models for consumer products across properties.
• Prepare files for manufacturing per client/vendor specs.
• Archive project files per 3D Team standards.
• Operate and maintain 3D printers for rapid prototyping.
• Contribute to new product ideas and brainstorming.
• Maintain high character art standards.

Skills

3D modeling in ZBrush

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Character art basics

Portfolio: 2D to 3D concepts

Creative problem solving

Cartooning principles

Marketplace trends awareness

Present concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or related field

Junior or Senior year preferred

Tools

Cinema 4D

Maya

SolidWorks

Rhino3D

Job description

The Walt Disney Company in the Orlando/Kissimmee area is seeking a 3D Modeling Intern to create character artwork for consumer products, working with a dedicated team on projects of varying complexity. This full-time six-month internship runs from January 2027 to June 2027.

You will develop 3D character models in ZBrush, prepare files for manufacturing, manage project archives, and operate 3D printers for rapid prototyping. A portfolio showing 2D to 3D translation is required.