WDI Facility Operations Intern, Spring 2027

The Walt Disney Company; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a WDI Facility Operations Intern for Spring 2027 in the Orlando area. This full-time internship supports the Facilities and Operations Division with hands-on involvement in design and construction oversight across one to two facilities projects.

You'll assist with program documentation, coordinate work between owner, operator and contractor, and help maintain project costs within budget while upholding divisional standards.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting working drawings, specifications and construction documents.
• Strong problem-solving and resolution abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Assist with oversight from conceptual design through construction of facilities projects.
• Represent Facilities and Operations Division on the project team.
• Develop program documentation including scope, estimates and schedules.
• Coordinate workflow between owner, operator and contractor.
• Help solve problems and elevate issues to a supervisor.
• Administer duties to keep project costs within budget.
• Ensure adherence to divisional standards and procedures.
• Plan and coordinate smaller office modifications and tenant improvements.

Skills

Facilities experience

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Construction Management / Architecture related degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

WDI Facility Operations Intern, Spring 2027

Employment Type: Full time

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Job Description

Be a part of an innovative team and culture…

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.

The approximate date of this internship is January 2027 to June 2027 and will be located in Orlando, FL.

What You Will Do

• Assist with project oversight from conceptual design through construction of one to two facilities projects
• Act as a representative of the Facilities and Operations Division of the project team
• Develop program documentation (writing and defining scope, estimates, and schedules)
• Communicate and coordinate workflow between owner/operator/contractor for Walt Disney Imagineering
• Assist in problem solving and conflict resolution on projects while elevating appropriate issues to a leader
• Assist with providing administrative direction to maintain project costs within budget
• Ensure conformance to all divisional standards and procedures
• Plan and coordinate smaller scale office and modifications and tenant improvement.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Design or facilities experience including review and interpretation of working drawings, specifications and other construction documents
• Ability to problem solve issues to resolution
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with AutoCAD

Education

Currently enrolled as a junior or higher attending an accredited college/university earning a degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Interior Design or related field.

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 posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program

Additional Information

• Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work
• Must be fully available for the duration of the internship
• We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here (https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.disneyinterns.com%2Fhc%2Fen-us%2Farticles%2F4408042165396&data=05%7C01%7CJeff.Tasset%40disney.com%7Cccf7eea7e66643c858a808da9fe0b77c%7C56b731a8a2ac4c32bf6b616810e913c6%7C1%7C0%7C637998084744838564%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=E1tvbxfegtLn6OOJ4oXR1%2Bz3WLFkEl4dM%2B48%2Ba1SMio%3D&reserved=0)

The pay rate for this role in is $26.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits