PRODUCT DESIGN (TOYS) INTERN, Spring 2027

Disney Live Entertainment; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing opportunities

Job summary

Disney Consumer Products is offering a six-month internship in Orlando, FL, January 2027 through June 2027, to support the design team from ideation to production. You'll work with designers across categories like plush, action figures, games, and playsets, with mentorship from experienced toy designers.

The role involves concept development, prototyping, and cross-functional collaboration with Sourcing and Merchants, plus presentation prep for design reviews.

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating sketching, ideation, anatomy, form and function.
• Experience or interest in toy design or industrial design across categories.

Responsibilities

• Develop concepts and sketches for toy products across categories.
• Assist in building, refining, and giving feedback on physical and digital prototypes.
• Participate in brainstorms and reviews with Disney IPs (including Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar).
• Research toy design trends to inform concepts and materials.

Skills

Sketching

ideation

Anatomy & form

Adobe Creative Suite

Procreate

3D design tools

Education

Senior enrollment in BFA/Industrial Design

Tools

Rhino

ZBrush

Blender

SolidWorks

Maya

Job description

About the Role & Program

Disney Consumer Products (DCP) Product Design team brings beloved characters and stories to life through toys and play experiences that fans and guests around the world enjoy. This internship goes beyond concept work: you'll have the opportunity to follow one or more products through the entire development process, from ideation through sampling and ultimately into the parks and "on stage." You'll work alongside our designers and product development team to explore concepts across categories such as plush, action figures, games, playsets, outdoor play, and roleplay, with mentorship from experienced toy and product designers.

This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Orlando, FL area from January 2027 through June 2027.

What You Will Do

• Support the design team in developing concepts and sketches for toy and play products across multiple categories, following select products from ideation through prototyping, sampling, and into production.
• Assist in building, refining, and providing feedback on physical and digital prototypes.
• Participate in brainstorms and concept reviews, contributing original ideas rooted in Disney IP, including our classic characters, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and many more.
• Research trends in toy design, play patterns, and materials to inform new product concepts.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product development, Sourcing, and Merchant partners to bring designs from concept through production.
• Review and provide feedback on samples as products move toward final production and placement on stage in our parks.
• Help prepare presentation boards, mood boards, and pitch materials for internal design reviews.
• Incorporate feedback from mentors and leadership, iterating quickly across multiple concepts and development rounds.

Qualifications

• A strong portfolio demonstrating sketching, ideation, anatomy, form, and function (3D development is a bonus).
• Experience with or strong interest in toy design or industrial design, including one or more of: plush, dolls, action figures, games, puzzles, playsets, vehicles, outdoor play, roleplay products, and more.
• Working knowledge of design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and Procreate; familiarity with 3D design tools (e.g., Rhino, ZBrush, Blender, SolidWorks, Maya) is a plus.
• Comfortable sketching and communicating ideas both digitally and by hand.
• Strong collaboration skills and openness to feedback in a fast-paced, iterative environment.
• A genuine passion for Disney storytelling, characters, and the play experiences they inspire.

Nice-to-Have

• Hands-on experience in model-making, sculpting, or prototyping (foam, clay, 3D printing, etc.).
• Coursework or personal projects focused on toys, games, or consumer product design.
• Familiarity with manufacturing considerations for soft goods, injection-molded plastics, or electronics-integrated toys.

Education

• Enrolled as a senior.
• Currently pursuing a BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) or related design degree (Industrial Design majors are also welcome).

Portfolio

A portfolio review showcasing relevant sketches, concepts, or projects, with an emphasis on toy/character design and illustration work, is required. The portfolio should demonstrate the candidate’s ability to develop characters from multiple viewpoints and translate two-dimensional artwork into three-dimensional forms.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, pursuing a degree, taking at least one class at the time of application, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
• Have not completed one year of continuous employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess unrestricted work authorization.

Additional Information

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

Fully available from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Time Zone, with possible weekends or shifts that are outside of these hours for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week.

Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Orlando, Florida area.

Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work.

Be aligned with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.

We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida-based Disney Interns through American Campus Communities.

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Compensation

The pay rate for this internship in Orlando, Florida, is $23.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, including medical, financial, and other benefits.

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.