Disney International Programs
How 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 ago. But before helping create seamless schedules and experiences for cast members across the resort, she was a student from Mexico with a dream and…
Read MoreA Disney Cast Members Journey Across Generations
Felix’s story begins decades before his program, with his mother, Yuko, who participated in the same program 25 years ago at the Japan pavilion. Yuko not only discovered her passion for creating magical moments but also met her husband—Felix’s father—through the program, who worked in the Germany pavilion. Today, Felix follows in their footsteps, creating…
Read MoreHow a Former Cultural Exchange Participant is Helping Grow the Program
CONTRIBUTED BY Jaylen Holmes The Walt Disney Company is deeply rooted in the spirit of creativity, collaboration and partnership. So, it’s special to see real examples of those values being practiced! Meet Josemaría, a former Disney Cultural Exchange Program participant from Peru, whose journey is a testament to the power of cultural immersion, personal…
Read MoreUnlocking Career Success with Disney Programs: A Comprehensive Dive into Career Readiness Sessions
Embarking on a career journey requires strong skills and a carefully crafted personal brand. Disney Programs doesn’t just provide valuable work experience or lifelong memories; it also helps shape the careers of aspiring professionals in all fields of study through specialized career readiness sessions. These sessions, made for Disney Programs participants, are carefully put…
Read MoreHappy International Flamingo Day!
Did you know that April 26 is International Flamingo Day? 🦩 This is a very important day of celebration for us here at Flamingo Crossings Village and Disney Programs since, well, it’s in our name! To celebrate, we talked to Ntando, a Cultural Representative from South Africa working at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and an…
Read MoreDisney Alumni Association Reaches 40,000 Members
Recently, the Disney Alumni Association reached an important milestone – 40,000 members! The Disney Alumni Association is an exclusive community for those who have successfully completed a Disney internship or program, where people can reconnect, share memories and network. Programs alumni are able to connect across the years, with members representing the very first Disney…
Read MoreA wonderful winter with Disney Programs: Event recap
This year has already been packed with exciting events for Disney Programs participants! Let’s look back at some of the fun offerings we’ve held over the last few months. In a new highly interactive session, Improv for Improvement, participants learned to boost their confidence, improve their public speaking and strengthen their critical thinking skills in…
Read MoreFive spots for program graduation photos
That photo with graduation Mickey and Minnie is iconic for Disney Programs participants, but there are tons of great spots around Flamingo Crossings Village to capture beautiful photos as well! As many participants prepare to conclude their program, we wanted to share five of our favorite spots to capture your graduation celebration. THE “BITS N’…
Read MoreThe Disney Cultural Representative Program Returns this August
Since the reopening of Walt Disney World, we’ve frequently been asked when Disney International Programs will bring back the Disney Cultural Representatives. Today, we’re thrilled to announce the Disney Cultural Representative program will return in phases and begin welcoming the first new participants in August. The Cultural Representatives play an important role in our…
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