Posts by Amanda
Your Guide to Medical Accommodations on the Disney College Program
What is a medical accommodation? Medical accommodations and restrictions are written instructions from a doctor that state the functional limitations on activities an employee can do at work. …
Read MoreDisney Arborists: The Backbone of Landscaping
Did you know that a select group of Cast Members are the quiet guardians of thousands of trees found across The Most Magical Place on Earth? More than just tree…
Read MoreFrom The Seas to Storytelling: Emily’s Disney College Program Experience
Emily joined the Disney College Program in Fall 2014 as an Attractions Host at The Seas with Nemo and Friends, where she stepped into adulthood and independence for the first…
Read MoreFrom Main Street to Marketplace: Heather’s Disney Story
Heather got her start on the Disney College Program in 1994 as a Merchandise Hostess on Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom® Park. Living and working independently for the first…
Read MoreFrom Main Street to the Sports Desk: Mikell’s Disney College Program Story
For Mikell, the Summer 2022 Disney College Program was more than just a role in Custodial at Magic Kingdom® Park; it was a launchpad. Through his experience, Mikell discovered that…
Read MoreFrom Attractions to Advertising: Mike’s Disney Journey
Mike began his Disney career in 2008 through the Disney College Program, working attractions at Disney California Adventure. The experience gave him the confidence to lead, thanks to the autonomy…
Read MoreFrom Safari Driver to Strategic Leader: Jen’s Disney Journey
Jen’s Fall 2016 Disney College Program took her on an unforgettable ride, literally, as a Kilimanjaro Safaris cast member at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park. Navigating everything from hurricanes to…
Read MoreHow Disney Housekeepers Find Magic in the Details
At Walt Disney World Resort, our talented housekeepers help create memorable experiences for our guests. You might catch a friendly smile or a quick wave from one of these dedicated…
Read MoreFinding Success After Your Program – Disney College Program Miniseries: Season 5 Episode 4
ON THIS EPISODE OF LIFE AT DISNEY PODCAST Meet Tasia and Tyreah, two alumnae of the Disney College Program HBCU Cohort Powered by Disney on the Yard who are currently…
Read MoreHow One International Student Found Her Forever Home at Disney
Each day, Mariana steps into her role as a labor manager with Walt Disney World’s Workforce Management team with the same spark that drew her to Disney nearly two decades…
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