Animatronics & Mechanical Design Intern

The Walt Disney Company (France); Celebration (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Walt Disney Imagineering invites a motivated Mechanical Design & Production Intern to support hands-on fabrication for special effects, animatronics, and show equipment in Orlando, Florida. The role emphasizes prototype work, design reviews, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The internship runs January 2027 to June 2027, with eligibility for housing options and a focus on safety, teamwork, and creative problem solving.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a Mechanical/Manufacturing Eng degree.
• Be at least 18 years old and eligible to work in the United States.
• Reading technical drawings and basic fabrication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to mechanical design reviews and CAD documentation.
• Assist with fabrication and assembly under supervision.
• Support mock-ups, integrations, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with Quality Control and Engineering to resolve issues.
• Suggest process improvements and show initiative.
• Foster teamwork and uphold communication and integrity standards.

Skills

Machining

Welding

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Learn new challenges

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical/Manufacturing Eng

Tools

Airtable

FEA

Job description

Walt Disney Imagineering invites a motivated Mechanical Design & Production Intern to support hands-on fabrication for special effects, animatronics, and show equipment in Orlando, Florida. The role emphasizes prototype work, design reviews, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The internship runs January 2027 to June 2027, with eligibility for housing options and a focus on safety, teamwork, and creative problem solving.