Disneyland Architecture Intern, Spring 2027

Disneyland Resort; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

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Job summary

Disneyland Resort invites you to join the Architecture & Facility Engineering Services Internship in Anaheim, CA. You will assist Architects across multiple project phases, engage in drafting, site documentation, code research, and coordination with consultants.

The program emphasizes leadership, initiative, and strong communication while offering a consistent 40-hour work week. Eligible students must be enrolled in an NAAB-accredited 5-year program with a 3.0+ GPA, and be available for

Qualifications

• Prior related work experience in architecture or construction (co‑op/intern).
• Demonstrated leadership, technical and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with initiative and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist project Architects in all phases of project work: drafting, on-site documentation, code research, design coordination, data collection, and project closeout.
• Support field and design teams across various project types.
• Ensure compliance with Disney Look and maintain consistent schedule (40 hours/week).

Skills

Leadership

Technical skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Time management

Education

NAAB accredited 5-year program

GPA 3.0+

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

BIM

Job description

About the Role & Program:

Within the Disneyland Resort, the Architecture & Facility Engineering Services Division program is specially designed to develop you professionally, increase your practical knowledge in your area of technical expertise, while also completing valuable work for the Resort. You will have a wide range of opportunities to assist and provide key data to A&FES Architects and Engineers on various types of projects including Attractions, Maintenance, Foods, Merchandise and Entertainment.

About the Role & Program:

Within the Disneyland Resort, the Architecture & Facility Engineering Services Division program is specially designed to develop you professionally, increase your practical knowledge in your area of technical expertise, while also completing valuable work for the Resort. You will have a wide range of opportunities to assist and provide key data to A&FES Architects and Engineers on various types of projects including Attractions, Maintenance, Foods, Merchandise and Entertainment.

The approximate dates of this internship are January - June 2027..

Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship.

This Internship is in Anaheim, CA.

What You Will Do:

• Assist project Architects in all phases of project work, from drafting, on-site as-built documentation, code research/analysis, design coordination with outside design consultants, field data collection, light design/ production work, construction administration, and project closeout documentation for a variety of projects ranging in scope from minor rehabs to building new facilities.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Prior related work experience is desired, including co‑op/intern programs with a focus on architecture or construction.
• Demonstrated/proven strong leadership, technical and interpersonal skills.
• Self‑starter with demonstrated initiative - able to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Availability to work various shifts commensurate with project requirements.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

Experience working with AutoCAD, REVIT and/or BIM (Building Information Modeling)

Education:

• Senior or Graduate student currently enrolled in a Bachelor or Master’s Degree at an NAAB accredited 5-year College or University studying Architecture.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher as shown on a transcript.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at 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
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program

Additional Information:

• Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• Fully available Monday thru Friday, PST for the duration of the internship,40 hours each week
• Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Anaheim, CA area
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

Pay Transparency: The pay rate for this role as an undergraduate in CA is $30.00 /hr. The pay rate for this role as a graduate student in CA is $35.00/hr. 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