From Merchandise to Guest Relations – Raven’s Story

Raven came to Disney with a deep appreciation for the magic and meaningful moments that make this place so special. As a practicing photographer in her free time, Raven is often catching emotions and memories from behind the lens – but she wished to experience these emotions and magical moments in a completely new way.…

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Disney Culinary Program Alum Creates Signature EPCOT Festival Dish

Only three years out of college, Sam has already achieved a milestone most culinary professionals only dream of—having a menu item of her own creation featured at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts.  Sam’s interest in the culinary world began in high school when she enrolled in a technical program that gave students real-world…

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Disney College Program Fall 2026 applications are now OPEN!

If you’ve been dreaming about gaining real-world experience, building lifelong friendships and stepping into independence while working at the Most Magical Place on Earth, now is the time. The Disney College Program gives students and recent graduates the chance to live, learn and earn at Walt Disney World Resort, all while discovering what’s possible for…

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Say “Hello” to your Disney College Program Reps!

CONTRIBUTED BY Jaylen Holmes It’s that time again! With applications for the Disney College Program HBCU Cohort powered by Disney on the Yard officially open, be sure to stay connected with the Disney College Program Rep at your school throughout the process. These former cohort members are now bringing the magic directly to their HBCU…

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A Career Developed Through the Lens

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CONTRIBUTED BY Sawyer Cameron Before organizing social media content calendars, creating catchy captions and brainstorming trendy videos, there was a girl with a camera and a dream just beginning to take shape. From a young age, Miranda knew she wanted to be a part of the magic that she experienced while visiting Walt Disney World…

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What Your Resort Role Says About You

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CONTRIBUTED BY Kelly Ann Vasquez Walt Disney World Resort hotels are full of magic — and Disney College Program participants help bring it to life in so many ways! From behind-the-scenes problem-solving to greeting guests with a smile, every role contributes to the unforgettable experience. Curious about what each role looks like up close? This…

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The Walt Disney Company Invests in Tomorrows Leaders at AfroTech

CONTRIBUTED BY Shaleese Nuckols The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) has taken its commitment to developing early career talent to new heights by providing students access to attend AfroTech in Houston, Texas. The conference focuses on celebrating and empowering black excellence in tech, including speakers from Disney Entertainment and Walt Disney Imagineering as well as Disney…

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Representing the Magic with a Storytelling-focused Disney Journey

What started as a dream to participate in the Disney College Program turned into a journey of growth, mentorship and a professional return to the magic. After completing their Disney College Programs and becoming Disney Programs Representatives, Nick and Amelia have stepped into their next role as Disney Interns. Their career journeys with The Walt…

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Friendship from Sea to Shore

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For more than 40 years, Disney Programs has helped create connections that last a lifetime. For Katelyn and Molly, that connection started years before their Disney College Program – and the program is what brought them back together. Katelyn and Molly first met in July 2018 aboard a cruise on the Disney Dream, where they…

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