Decision Science Graduate Associate, Spring 2027

1008 Disney Worldwide Services, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 128,117,000 - 140,515,000; Full time

Job summary

Disney is seeking a Decision Science Graduate Associate to craft mathematical models and support data-driven decision making across multiple Disney business units. You will develop and validate forecasting and optimization models, perform data collection and validation, and deliver reporting for analytics platforms.

The program runs January through June 2027 in Florida, with full-time hours and a pay rate of $47 per hour. Enrolled graduate students in relevant fields are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Strategic problem‑solving & analytical skills.
• Proficiency in forecasting, ML, DL, NLP, Bayesian stats, discrete event simulation, and optimization methods (e.g., linear/integer/nonlinear/dynamic programming).
• Experience with statistical modeling or mathematical programming software (R, Python, SAS, CPLEX, Gurobi, Xpress, Google OR, COIN-OR, SAS/OR).
• Proficient in at least one of R, Python, SAS, Java, Julia, C++, MATLAB.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data and reporting results.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Modeling and analyzing revenue management, pricing, marketing, and analytics applications using mathematical and statistical techniques.
• Supporting the analysis and validation of forecasting and optimization models.
• Performing data collection, cleaning, validation, and reporting for analytics systems.

Skills

Strategic problem-solving

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

Graduate-level studies in Statistics/OR/Industrial Engineering/Math/Economics

Tools

R

Python

SAS

Java

Julia

C++

MATLAB

SQL

Tableau

Excel

Job description

Decision Science Graduate Associate, Spring 2027 (Req ID: 10161248)

About the Role & Program

The Disney Decision Science and Integration (DDSI) team supports clients across The Walt Disney Company, including Disney Experiences (Theme Parks and Resorts, Disney Cruise Line and Disney Consumer Products) , Disney Entertainment (Media Networks, Studios, Streaming, and Theatrical) and ESPN in the core competencies of yield management, revenue planning, forecasting, pricing, and optimization. Key partners to the DDSI organization include marketing, finance, business development, research, and operations. Roles within DDSI develop, analyze, and implement strategies to enhance profitability and improve the value proposition for our Guests, Cast Members, and Shareholders. As part of DDSI, the Decision Science team builds innovative scientific models and data-driven decision support tools that are used by business units across The Walt Disney Company to make better business decisions. From establishing appropriate science methodologies to implementing continuous innovation, the Decision Science team is instrumental in determining the success of our entire global enterprise!

What You Will Do

Graduate Associates make an impact by crafting innovative mathematical models to advise data-driven decision‑making across many lines of business. As a Graduate Associate, you will help in this process by:

• Modeling and analyzing revenue management, pricing, marketing, and other business analytics applications using various mathematical, statistical, and simulation techniques
• Supporting the analysis and validation of forecasting and optimization models
• Performing data collection, data cleaning, data validation, and reporting tasks for various business analytics systems and applications

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Strategic problem‑solving & analytical skills
• Proficiency in one or several of the following areas: forecasting, machine learning algorithms, deep learning, natural language processing, Bayesian statistics, discrete event simulation, mathematical optimization methods (e.g., linear/integer/nonlinear/dynamic programming)
• Experience with statistical modeling software (e.g. R, Python, SAS) or experience with mathematical programming software (e.g. CPLEX, Gurobi, Xpress, Google OR, COIN-OR, SAS/OR)
• Proficient in at least one of the following programming languages: R, Python, SAS, Java, Julia, C++, MATLAB
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• Competence and willingness to learn new science, software applications, and tools
• Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data and reporting on the results
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Familiarity with SQL or Tableau
• Experience developing algorithms for large‑scale optimization problems
• Prior research or industrial experience in revenue management, pricing, and/or supply chain applications

Education

Currently enrolled as a Graduate level student pursuing a graduate degree in Statistics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Math, Economics, or a related field.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
• Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants:
• You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information

The approximate dates of this position are January through June 2027. Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work. Fully available from Monday-Friday for the duration of the position, 40 hours per week. Florida Housing We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida-based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information. The pay rate for this internship in Florida is $47 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full time
• Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA