Park Operations Project Development Intern, Spring 2027

Disney Cruise Line - The Walt Disney Company; Lake Buena Vista (FL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits may be provided

Job summary

Disney Parks Project Team internship (The Walt Disney Company) in the Orlando area is seeking a student to support construction-related projects from development through opening phases. The approximate dates are January 2027 to June 2027, and housing and reliable transportation to Orlando are expected for the duration.

Responsibilities include handling projects, creating materials, maintaining schedules and site documentation, and coordinating with Guests and Cast.

Qualifications

• Proven planning and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Strong oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to take direction, prioritize, meet deadlines and problem solve.
• Accountability with confidential information.
• Strong time management skills.
• Experience delivering outstanding Guest Service.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe software.
• Willingness to learn new software; knowledge of Disney parks a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handling assigned projects and providing updates to key collaborators.
• Developing presentation materials.
• Maintaining project documentation and weekly updates.
• Performing site walks to verify show conditions.
• Supporting with park-wide communications and meetings.
• Collaborating with internal and external partners and Guests.
• Assisting Project Managers with tasks during the internship.

Skills

Planning

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Guest service

Adobe software

Education

CAPM certification

PM certificate

Junior/Senior year (PM/Construction/Engineering/Architecture)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role & Program:

Join The Parks' Project Team! We support the Walt Disney World Theme Parks Operations Teams by preserving the Guest and Cast experience while facilitating Park related construction projects from the development & planning phase through the implementation and opening phases, representing the operation and minimizing disruption.

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

What You Will Do:

• Handling assigned projects and providing required updates to key collaborators.
• Developing presentation materials.
• Maintaining and updating project photo documentation, schedules, maps and weekly updates.
• Performing site walks to verify show conditions.
• Showcasing flexibility with day-to-day scheduling dependent on project needs ranging from administrative duties in the office to walking project sites with clients.
• Partnering with internal and external clients and Guests.
• Compiling and distributing notes from meetings and blueprint document reviews.
• Assisting with park wide communication on behalf of the Project Team.
• Developing and maintaining a positive working relationship with Cast, clients, and operating areas.
• Attending meetings & being the Park representative to engage and influence partners to ensure the Guest and Cast Experience is maintained.
• Supporting a team of Project Managers in a variety of tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven planning and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Strong oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to take direction, prioritize, meet deadlines and problem solve.
• Accountability to handle confidential information.
• Strong proven time management skills.
• Experience delivering outstanding Guest Service.
• Computer Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Software programs.
• Willingness to learn new software applications.
• Knowledge of Walt Disney World theme parks.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Skills in graphic design and presentation development.
• Prior experience working for Disney & knowledge of Walt Disney World products & procedures.
• Understanding or familiarity of engineering & construction disciplines.

Education:

• Junior or Senior year preferred
• Major or previous coursework in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related field
• Project Management Certificate or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification preferred

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

• 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

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The pay rate for this role in Florida is $22.50 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.