Graphic Design & Communications Intern, Spring 2027

Disney Experiences; Lake Buena Vista (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Housing assistance

Job summary

Disney Experiences in Orlando, FL is seeking a creative design intern who will develop marketing materials and branding for internal and external use. You will craft infographics, signage, and videos while collaborating with a team of designers and subject matter experts.

The role emphasizes strong Adobe skills, portfolio presentation, and the ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic environment. This internship runs January 2027 through June 2027 and requires housing/transportation

Qualifications

• Portfolio review is required; include a link on your resume.
• Enrolled in an accredited college/university with at least one class.
• Junior or Senior year preferred in Graphic Design or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Design marketing materials, logos and brands for internal/external use.
• Develop communication strategies for Guests and Cast Members via print and digital.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to create infographics, signage, flyers and videos.
• Maintain and improve internal website and back-of-house communications platforms.
• Collaborate with other creatives inside/outside the department.
• Stay current with trends to deliver impactful content.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Photography basics

Education

Graphic Design major

Visual Communications

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Job description

About The Role & Program

Safety is an organizational priority and an integral part of the 5 Keys. The Worldwide Safety & Health/Engineering/Sourcing (WSHES) Creative team is the department that inspires our Guests and over 100,000 Cast Members globally to make safe and healthy choices through stories, humor and creative solutions. We make safety, wellness and training come alive through innovative and engaging communications that include infographics, videos, dynamic signage and storytelling.

About The Role & Program

Safety is an organizational priority and an integral part of the 5 Keys. The Worldwide Safety & Health/Engineering/Sourcing (WSHES) Creative team is the department that inspires our Guests and over 100,000 Cast Members globally to make safe and healthy choices through stories, humor and creative solutions. We’re looking for individuals for our intern program who are passionate about communication and Disney. Are you one of them? In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an electronic portfolio with your application. The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 - June 2027.

What You Will Do

• Designing and creating marketing materials, logos and brands for internal and external use
• Creating and implementing communication strategies that engage and educate our Guests and Cast Members through print and electronic communications
• Partnering with subject matter experts to develop innovative content, such as infographics, dynamic signage, fliers and videos
• Maintaining and improving existing global vehicles, such as the internal company website and back-of-house communication platforms
• Collaborating with other creatives inside and outside of our department
• Staying on top of trends and thinking of ways to create impactful content for Cast Members and Guests

Required Qualifications & Skills

• What you bring to the role:
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
• Basic photography knowledge
• Proven ability to problem solve, think critically and manage multiple projects independently and within a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge in Adobe Premiere Pro and/or After Effects
• Proficiency in writing
• Previous experience as a Disney Cast Member

Materials Required

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

Education

• Junior or Senior year preferred
• Major or previous coursework in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Digital Media or a related major

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application 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

• Fully available for the duration of the internship (approximately 40 hours each week)
• Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Orlando, FL area
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
• Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
• Limited housing opportunities may be available for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information

Please note that this role description will not be accessible once the posting is closed. We strongly encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it in the event they are invited to interview for this position.

The pay rate for this role in 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, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Disclaimer

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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