Software Engineering Intern, Spring 2027

The Walt Disney Company; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company in Orlando is seeking a Software Engineering Intern for January 2027 to June 2027. This paid internship provides hands-on experience building custom web-based applications and databases using C#, Java, JavaScript, and SQL in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You will work with Jira, Zendesk, ServiceNow, Jenkins, and GitHub Actions, integrating vendor systems and SaaS solutions to deliver enterprise-grade software.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the current semester before participation.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have unrestricted work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Write and maintain web and service-based applications using languages like C#, Java, JavaScript.
• Manage databases and server infrastructure for custom/vendor apps.
• Maintain well-documented code and use Git/GitHub/GitLab for collaboration.
• Create CI/CD workflows with Jenkins and GitHub Actions for deployment.
• Write Bash/Batch scripts for scheduled tasks and reporting jobs.
• Brainstorm ideas from inception to delivery for new projects and justify them to stakeholders.
• Use Jira, Zendesk, and ServiceNow to track progress and communicate timelines.

Skills

OOP languages

Learning new languages

SQL platforms

Version control/CI-CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Git

GitHub

Jenkins

CI/CD

Job description

Imagine working side-by-side with industry leaders in your field of study. Imagine building upon the skills you've learned in the classroom within a family of legendary brands passionate about creating world-class experiences on a global scale. Now, imagine yourself in a paid Disney Internship.

Software Engineering Intern, Spring 2027

Job ID 10158599

Location Orlando, Florida, United States

Business Walt Disney World Resort

Date posted Aug. 28, 2026

Job Summary:

About the Role & Program:

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products, and more around the world. We are seeking a Software Engineering Intern who is curious, enthusiastic, and eager to learn.

This entry-level position is designed for individuals with basic skills and a willingness to grow in a dynamic and creative environment. This role is essential in supporting our team to deliver exceptional experiences to our guests and customers.

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

This role primarily works out of the Orlando Disney Central location. This internship will focus on creating custom web-based applications to provide efficiencies in the contact centers. The position will utilize numerous object-oriented programming languages such as C#, Java, and JavaScript (Node, Typescript). Position will also work with administering and building databases for custom applications using Postgres, Informix, Microsoft SQL, or others. You will become familiar with integrating to vendor telephony solutions and other SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) products across the Walt Disney Company, such as integrating with incident management platforms and Single Sign On (SSO) solutions to provide secure, user-friendly applications that will be utilized by many business segments. The internship will utilize scripting languages to create and maintain scheduled tasks and reporting jobs. You’ll become versed in security and design best-practices for building enterprise-grade solutions and work with task management platforms such as Jira, Zendesk, and ServiceNow to follow timelines for releases. The internship will also utilize Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery platforms such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions in partnership with version control software such as Git/GitHub/GitLab for deployment of developed software.

What you will do:

• Write and maintain custom web and service based applications using modern object-oriented programming languages (e.g. C#, Java, JavaScript) that integrate with various SaaS and Telephony solutions to provide efficient, secure, and user-friendly experiences to internal Disney teams.
• Administer, build, and maintain databases and server infrastructure for custom/vendor applications
• Maintain well-documented code and version control using Git/GitHub/GitLab for collaboration on projects with other Cast Members to ensure products can be supported and continued by others
• Write Continuous Delivery workflows using Jenkins and GitHub Actions for deployment of applications
• Write Bash and Batch scripts for scheduled tasks and reporting jobs
• Brainstorm ideas from inception to delivery for new projects, and demonstrate benefits to cost or user experience to key stakeholders
• Utilize task management platforms to track project/incident progress and communicate to leaders on due dates.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience in one or more object-oriented programming languages (e.g. C#, Java, JavaScript)
• Be willing to learn new programming languages with the team’s guidance
• Proven experience working with SQL platforms such as Informix, Postgres, or Microsoft SQL.
• Experience utilizing Version Control and CI/CD platforms such as Git, GitHub, Jenkins, GitHub Actions

Education:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program AND returning to school the semester/quarter following the internship 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:

• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• Fully available from Monday - Friday, Eastern Standard Time, for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
• Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Orlando, FL area
• Limited housing opportunities may be available for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here (opens in new window)

The pay rate for this role in Orlando, FL is $43 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.

About Walt Disney World Resort:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Destinations, LLC , which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.

Disney Destinations, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. 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.