Disney Live Entertainment Lighting Design Intern, Spring 2027

Walt Disney Imagineering; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits may be provided

Job summary

Walt Disney Imagineering is seeking a Lighting Design Intern in Anaheim, CA for January 2027 to June 2027. You will support the Lighting Designers with documentation, light plots, and design research for parades, stage shows, and events, while upholding Disney quality standards.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in theater/technical programs, pursuing MFA preferred, with strong communication, problem-solving, and software skills (Vectorworks, ConnectCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator).

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, taking at least one class at the time of application posting, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization
• Possess a valid US driver's license and have the ability to operate a company vehicle
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program
• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Lighting Designers in the technical and creative production process, including producing documentation, design intent, and light plots
• Providing technical drawing support via Vectorworks & ConnectCAD
• Assisting with design and technical research
• Partnering with cross-functional teams including other designers, safety teams, production teams and facility teams
• Attending and contributing to Disney Live Entertainment department and project production meetings

Skills

Communication

Creative problem-solving

Independent work

Lighting technology

Entertainment industry familiarity

Microsoft Office

Education

Theater (technical)

MFA in Theater (technical design-related)

Tools

Vectorworks

ConnectCAD

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

About The Role & Program

Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over! Our diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers, and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust!

About The Role & Program

Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over! Our diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers, and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust!

The approximate date of this internship is January 2027 to June 2027, located in Anaheim, CA.

What You Will Do

The Lighting Design Team is responsible for the development of inspired designs that help to tell the stories of our live show offerings including parades, stage shows and special events on and off the Disney property. We are looking for an experienced individual with an innovative mindset and a passion for Disney quality and creativity. We are seeking a motivated individual who will ensure that the Disney standards are reflected consistently in all design & technical materials.

• Supporting the Lighting Designers in the technical and creative production process, including producing documentation, design intent, and light plots
• Providing technical drawing support via Vectorworks & ConnectCAD
• Assisting with design and technical research
• Partnering with cross-functional teams including other designers, safety teams, production teams and facility teams
• Attending and contributing to Disney Live Entertainment department and project production meetings

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and self-manage time and responsibilities
• Knowledge of lighting technology and supporting equipment
• Familiarity with the Entertainment industry and a creative background
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Vectorworks; ability to learn new software applications as appropriate

Education

Junior, senior or graduate student pursuing a degree or in Theater (technical) or related field

Preferred Education

Earning or completing MFA in Theater (technical design-related field)

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, taking at least one class at the time of application posting, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization
• Possess a valid US driver's license and have the ability to operate a company vehicle
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program
• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship

Additional Information

• Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
• Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work
• Must be fully available for the duration of the internship
• Recommendation - Print This Role Description: We encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it if they are selected for an interview. Please note that this role description is not accessible once the posting is closed.

The pay rate for this role in Anaheim, CA is $22.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.