Disney Consumer Products 3D Modeler Intern, Spring 2027

The Walt Disney Company; Florida; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing opportunities (limited)

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company seeks a Disney Consumer Products 3D Modeler Intern for a six-month program in Orlando, FL. You will create 3D character models for consumer products across properties, and prepare digital files for manufacturing under team standards.

You'll work with 3D printers for rapid prototyping and contribute to ideation sessions while building a portfolio that translates 2D concepts into vibrant 3D art.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate high-quality 3D modeling in ZBrush.
• Strong digital literacy in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Understand the principles of cartooning and character art.
• Portfolio demonstrating translation of 2D concepts to 3D.
• Enrolled in a relevant arts program and pursuing a bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D character models for consumer products across properties.
• Prepare files for manufacturing per client/vendor specifications.
• Archive all project files per 3D Team standards.
• Operate and maintain 3D printers for rapid prototyping and high-res outputs.
• Contribute ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions.
• Maintain high character art standards.

Skills

3D modeling

ZBrush

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Cartooning

Character art

Concepting

Portfolio presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animation/Fine Arts/Graphic Design or related art field

Tools

Cinema 4D

Maya

Rhino3D

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Posting Title: Disney Consumer Products 3D Modeler Intern, Spring 2027 Req ID: 10160429

Job Description: About the Role & Program Disney Consumer Products (DCP) brings the magic of Disney’s beloved stories, franchises, and characters to families and fans worldwide. From toys to apparel, books to games, our global organization has a profound impact on The Walt Disney Company and the global markets in which we operate! With a portfolio of renowned franchises, including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, 20th Century Studios, National Geographic, and Star Wars, we are a worldwide industry and category leader, delivering innovative products that entertain and inspire! As a 3D Modeling Intern, you will be responsible for producing character artwork for three-dimensional product applications and working on projects at all levels of complexity with the team. You'll work under general supervision as part of a team that meets expectations under pressure while maintaining high quality standards. If selected, you'll join a dedicated, collaborative, hard-working group of 3D modelers who bring characters and stories to life in 3D. This exciting internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Orlando, FL area from January 2027 to June 2027.

What You Will Do

• Development of 3D character models for the development of consumer products across multiple properties and product types
• Preparing computer files accurately for appropriate manufacturing processes in accordance with client/vendor specifications
• Archiving all project files within the standards established by the 3D Team
• Operating and maintaining 3D printers for rapid prototyping and high-resolution 3D outputs for manufacturing
• Contribute to new product ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions
• Responsible for maintaining high character art standards

Requirements

• Demonstrate high-quality 3D modeling skills in ZBrush
• Possess strong creative digital literacy in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Understand the principles of cartooning and cartoon animation
• Have a baseline knowledge of Character Art
• Previous exposure to multiple mediums (sculpting, painting, and traditional/digital drawing)
• Proven Strong concepting skills
• Passion for Disney Characters and Storytelling and how they translate to products
• Fresh and inventive creative problem solver
• Understanding and awareness of marketplace trends
• Able to present creative concepts in both formal and informal settings
• A Portfolio submission that clearly demonstrates the ability to translate 2D concepts to 3D
• Education Junior or Senior year preferred Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animation, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or a related art field

Nice to Have

• Skill in Cinema 4D
• Proficiency in hard surface modeling in one of the following (Maya, SolidWorks, Rhino3D)

Required Materials

• A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applications without a portfolio link on the résumé will not be considered complete application packets and may not be fully considered for the position.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

• Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below
• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, pursuing a degree, taking at least one class at the time of application, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information

• The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 through June 2027
• Fully available Monday – Friday for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
• Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Orlando, Florida area
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
• Be aligned with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
• We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida-based Disney Interns through American Campus Communities

This role description will no longer be available once the posting is closed.

The pay rate for this internship in Orlando, Florida, is $23.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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