Toy Product Design Intern — Disney (Orlando, Jan–Jun 2027)

The Walt Disney Company; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Limited housing opportunities

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company in Kissimmee, Florida, is offering aProduct Design (Toys) Intern role for Spring 2027. This six-month, full-time internship runs January through June 2027 in the Orlando area, with a 40-hour work week and potential weekend shifts.

You will support the design team, develop toy concepts, and collaborate across Disney IP such as Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. A strong portfolio and experience in toy design are essential for consideration.

Qualifications

• A portfolio review showcasing toy/character design and illustration work is required.
• Experience with or strong interest in toy design or industrial design across plush, dolls, figures, games, playsets, and more.
• Working knowledge of design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and Procreate; familiarity with 3D tools is a plus.
• Excellent sketching and communication of ideas, digitally or by hand.

Responsibilities

• Support the design team in developing concepts and sketches for toy and play products from ideation to prototyping.
• Assist in building, refining, and providing feedback on prototypes.
• Participate in brainstorms and concept reviews rooted in Disney IP.
• Research trends in toy design, play patterns, and materials.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to bring designs from concept through production.
• Review samples as products move toward final production and stage in our parks.
• Prepare presentation boards, mood boards, and pitch materials.
• Incorporate feedback from mentors and leadership across concepts.

Skills

Portfolio

Toy design

Adobe Creative Suite

Procreate

3D tools

Education

Senior in design program

Pursuing BFA

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Procreate

Rhino

ZBrush

Blender

SolidWorks

Maya

Job description

The Walt Disney Company in Kissimmee, Florida, is offering aProduct Design (Toys) Intern role for Spring 2027. This six-month, full-time internship runs January through June 2027 in the Orlando area, with a 40-hour work week and potential weekend shifts.

You will support the design team, develop toy concepts, and collaborate across Disney IP such as Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. A strong portfolio and experience in toy design are essential for consideration.