Disney College Program

Disney Cruise Line - The Walt Disney Company; Orlando (FL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Complimentary theme park admission

Housing and work transportation

Exclusive events

Job summary

The Disney College Program near Orlando, Florida offers college students and recent graduates a chance to work across front-line and backstage roles while gaining valuable professional experience at our world-renowned parks and resorts. Programs run January–February 2027 with flexible placement and responsibilities.

Starting pay is $19/hour. The program lasts four to eight months (up to 12), with housing at Flamingo Crossings Village and weekly pay, park admission, exclusive events, and

Qualifications

• You're at least 18 years old.
• Active enrollment in an accredited college or university in the United States or territories.
• Graduated within the last 12 months.
• Currently working toward degree with at least one term completed before start date.
• Authorized to work in the United States for full program duration.

Responsibilities

• Participate in front-line or backstage roles to support guest experiences.
• Engage with guests and provide exceptional service.
• Attend Disney Programs learning sessions and build professional networks.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited college/university in the United States

Recent graduate eligibility within 12 months

Job description

About our Program: Magic is Within You

Live. Learn. Earn.

Looking for ways to expand your resume?

The Disney College Program is an exciting, unique opportunity for college students and recent graduates to work at Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida. While on a program, participants will:

• Receive valuable professional experience while working at our world-renowned theme parks and resorts.
• Meet people from around the globe and create friendships and memories to last a lifetime.
• Take part in uniquely Disney learning and development opportunities, exclusive program events and more.

Please note: you’re applying to the Disney College Program itself — not one specific job. Your individual role and location will be shared closer to your arrival date, so we ask every applicant to come in open to being placed in any role within the program.

Where You’ll Work

Every role in the program, whether front-line or backstage, plays a part in delivering the guest experience Disney is known for. Applicants should be open to either type of role.

• Front-line roles: Guest-facing positions directly interacting with visitors in our theme parks, resorts and Disney Springs locations.
  • Examples: Attractions, Quick Service Food & Beverage, Custodial, Merchandise, etc.
• Backstage roles: Supporting the guest experience behind the scenes.
  • Examples: Costuming Operations, Houseperson, etc.

Program Overview

• Starting pay: $19/hour
• Program length: four to eight months, with potential to extend up to 12 months (one year)
• Arrival dates: January – February 2027
• Departure dates: No sooner than May 2027
• If selected, you will be able to choose your dates (date options are subject to availability and chosen on a first come, first serve basis. More information can be found here: Spring Program Dates)

Living on your Program: Flamingo Crossings Village

• Program participants can live at Flamingo Crossings Village, the fully furnished apartment community owned and operated by American Campus Communities, just minutes from Walt Disney World Resort.
• The community includes double-occupancy, shared apartments with amenities like resort-style pools and a 12,500 sq. ft. fitness center. Various special events and activities are also hosted every month exclusively for residents on the program.
• Bus transportation provided by Disney Programs connects you to Disney parks and resorts as well as local grocery stores and shopping.

Learn and Grow Professionally with Disney

• Discover career paths and build your network – there are endless possibilities with Disney to explore after you complete your program!
• Attend Disney Programs learning sessions where you can gain new skills, meet industry professionals and Disney leaders and more.
• Actively enrolled in school? You could earn academic credit through the American Council on Education. Check with your advisor and see the Accreditation site for the specifics.

Benefits and Perks

• Weekly pay
• Complimentary theme park admission
• Cast-exclusive discounts
• Housing and work transportation are offered
• Exclusive events, trips and activities

Basic Qualifications :

Eligibility Requirements

• You're at least 18 years old when you submit your application.
• You're currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in the United States or the United States territories and actively working toward an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Graduate degree*.
• You graduated from an accredited college or university in the United States or the United States territories* within the last 12 months of this job posting. (Graduation after August 17, 2025).
• Before your program start date, you must have completed at least one term at your college or university (or a minimum of 6 credit hours) towards your degree. Credits must have been earned after graduating high school or earning your GED.
• You're in good academic standing at your school. Some schools require a minimum GPA or advisor approval before you can participate in an off-campus program. Check with your academic advisor before applying. Disney's approval doesn't override a hold your school places on your participation.
• You have valid work authorization in the United States for the full duration of your program. U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, green card holders, and F-1 students with valid OPT or CPT authorization are all welcome. If you have a different type of employment authorization that will be valid (unexpired) for the duration of the program dates you select, reach out to your DSO (Designated School Official) to confirm eligibility before applying. Disney does not sponsor visas for this program.

Prior to applying, please review the detailed eligibility requirements found here.

*U.S. includes all 50 states plus Puerto Rico and all other U.S. territories. Returning Disney College Program participants must wait at least four full months from their previous program departure date before you can arrive for a new program.

Additional Information :

What's Next?

• If you’re selected to move forward in the application process, you will be invited to schedule a 30-minute virtual interview with a Disney Recruiter. For more information on how to prepare for the virtual interview, please visit our interview tips page.
• If you’re extended an offer to participate in the Disney College Program and you accept, you'll need to pay a non-refundable Program Participation Fee within seven days.
• We'll share your role placement about four weeks before you arrive, and confirm it about a week out from your arrival (subject to change).
• To learn more about the endless possibilities that could await you, visit experience.disneyprograms.com.

19.00 per hour