Internship – Digital Capability Development, eCommerce (Summer 2027)

Universal Orlando Resort; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Housing assistance (possible)

Job summary

Universal Orlando Resort invites applications for an in-person Ecommerce Internship in Orlando. This hands-on program provides exposure to ecommerce strategy, digital product development, guest experience optimization, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration with Product, UXUI, Analytics, Marketing, and Digital Production teams.

Interns will learn how business needs and guest insights translate into digital capabilities for ticketing, hotel, packages, and other commerce experiences; the

Qualifications

• Pursuing Associate, Bachelor's or Graduate degree with sophomore or higher standing.
• Minimum GPA 2.8; transcript required with application.

Responsibilities

• Support ecommerce initiatives to improve digital purchase experience.
• Assist with research and analysis of guest experiences and ecommerce trends.
• Help develop business requirements, presentations, and documentation for digital commerce initiatives.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with Product, UXUI, Analytics and Marketing.
• Assist with UAT activities and review analytics to identify optimization opportunities.
• Document guest friction points and potential enhancements; support roadmap projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program:

• Applications Close: October 26, 2026, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible – don’t delay!
• Summer 2027 Program Dates: Approximately May 2027 – August 2027.
  

JOB SUMMARY:
The eCommerce Intern will support the Digital Capability Development eCommerce team responsible for helping shape and enhance digital commerce experiences across Universal Destinations & Experiences. The intern will gain hands on experience in ecommerce strategy, digital product development, guest experience optimization, analytics, and cross functional collaboration.

Working alongside the eCommerce team, the intern will learn how business needs and guest insights are translated into digital capabilities and enhancements across ticketing, hotel, package, and other commerce experiences. The internship will provide exposure to the full lifecycle of digital initiatives, including identifying opportunities, defining business needs, partnering with Product and UXUI, supporting testing and validation, and evaluating results after launch. These areas directly reflect the current team's responsibilities for booking platform strategy, optimization, business requirements, UAT, and roadmap development.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support eCommerce initiatives focused on improving the digital purchase experience and reducing guest friction.
• Assist with research and analysis of guest experiences, ecommerce trends, competitive experiences, and emerging digital capabilities.
• Support development of business requirements, strategic inputs, presentations, and other documentation for digital commerce initiatives.
• Participate in cross functional project meetings and collaborate with partners across Product, UXUI, Analytics, Technology, Marketing, Optimization, and Digital Production.
• Support UAT activities for new ecommerce capabilities and enhancements to ensure experiences meet defined business and guest needs.
• Assist with reviewing analytics, testing results, and other insights to understand ecommerce performance and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Monitor digital commerce experiences and help document potential guest friction points, defects, and enhancement opportunities.
• Support ecommerce roadmap initiatives and other strategic projects across UDX destinations.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• In pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Sophomore or above.
• Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.
• A transcript is required upon application.

PREFERRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• Preferred majors include: Business, Marketing, Digital Media, User Experience, Information Systems, Analytics, Hospitality Management, or similar.
• Coursework or experience related to ecommerce, digital marketing, product management, UX, analytics, project management, or business analysis is preferred. Familiarity with digital analytics, experimentation, content management, or experience analytics tools is a plus.
• Strong interest in ecommerce, digital product development, technology, and consumer experience. Candidates should demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication, intellectual curiosity, and an ability to collaborate across teams.

Please note the following:

• This internship will be an in-person experience, based in our Orlando offices.
• Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than August 2027.
• Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
• All of our internships are paid, and you may also qualify for housing financial assistance if applicable. The Recruiter will provide specific eligibility details.

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