Disney Programs
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. Who is eligible for a medical accommodation? All Disney Programs participants can submit a medical accommodation request. Requests are reviewed and approved on a case-by-case…
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 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 MoreDon’t forget! Disney College Program Reps are here to help!
We are so excited to start welcoming the new class of the Disney College Program this year! Make sure to find your Disney College Program Rep at your school and stay connected throughout the application process! These Program Reps are former Disney College Program participants who are bringing the magic to your campus! They are…
Read MoreLiving the Disney Dream – From Puerto Rico to the Disney College Program
For many, Walt Disney World is a place of magic and cherished memories. But for Carolina, it became so much more – it became home. As a Disney College Program participant from Puerto Rico, Carolina embraced the opportunity to step into the magic. A desire for independence and adventure fueled Carolina’s journey to the Disney…
Read MoreTHE MAGIC OF METAMORPHOSIS: FROM THE DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM TO BUTTERFLY CONSERVATION
Have you ever wondered where your passion for Disney could lead you? The magic of The Walt Disney Company spans far beyond theme parks with teams that focus on film and TV, merchandise and even conservation. For one former Disney Programs participant, her passion for conservation led her from a Disney College Program into her…
Read MoreDisney College Program fall 2025 applications are OPEN! Apply today!
The wait is finally over! The Disney College Program application is now open! The new year means new opportunities to grow and create magic at the most magical place on earth. In this one-of-a-kind internship experience, participants not only experience the magic of Walt Disney World ® Resort but are at the heart of creating…
Read MoreWhy Doing the Disney College Program During the Holidays Is Truly a Dream Job
The magic of the holidays is in the air, and there’s something truly special about working at Walt Disney World Resort during this time of year. For Riley, a Disney College Program participant, being part of the magic at Pop Century Resort during the holidays has been a dream come true. This holiday season, Riley…
Read MoreCollege Program Participants Spread Gingerbread Cheer
‘Tis the season for giant gingerbread houses! Each year, fantastical gingerbread creations appear around the resorts at Walt Disney World Resort, and this year, College Program participants Claire and Emily are helping spread the magic as merchandise Cast Members at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. As Disney enthusiasts from a young age, both Claire…
Read MoreLIGHTING THE WAY: FROM CHARACTER ATTENDANT TO CAST CHOIR DIRECTOR
It’s the merriest time of the year! For most, the Candlelight Processional is a favorite holiday tradition. Originating with Walt Disney himself in 1958, this annual celebration tells the story of Christmas through song with passionate Cast Members who bring holiday traditions to life. For Becca Buckley, it’s all this and much more. Becca currently…
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