Disney Programs
Ways to beat the summer heat on your Disney Program
Things are heating up here in Florida! No really – summer is in full swing, and it gets pretty toasty down here. As the weather gets warmer, we want to help you keep it cool over the summer months. Here are some of our top tips to beat the heat and create awesome summer memories…
Read MoreUS Army veteran advances his career after participating on the Disney College Program
Meet Victor, a Disney College Program participant and U.S. Army veteran. Since May is National Military Appreciation Month, we wanted to learn more about Victor’s experience as a U.S. service member, his time on the program, and what he hopes is ahead in his Disney journey. U.S. military service is something that has always had…
Read MoreAdvice for Your Internship from a Disney Intern, Valerie
Valerie, a Customer Engagement Strategy, Planning, & Integration Disney Intern supporting Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products is sharing her words of wisdom for incoming interns. Congratulations on securing an internship! You may face unique challenges and opportunities during your experience. Here are some pieces of advice to help you make the most of your internship:…
Read MoreThe advantage of a Disney Culinary Program
Whether you’re an aspiring chef looking to grow your skills or hoping to learn more about the Disney journey of our many culinary professionals, monthly chef demos put on by the Disney Programs Learning team are great opportunities to teach and inspire how Disney chefs create cuisine at the Walt Disney World® Resort. Disney Programs…
Read MoreParticipants have a splash at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon for Program Celebration
A little rain never bothered us anyway! Although the weather brought rough tides, participants dove right in to Program Celebration at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon last month. Program Celebration is an event where Disney Programs participants to come together and celebrate. From feed food to music and attractions to special character meet and greets, the night…
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 MoreMeet Victoria, the first Disney Programs participant to earn a Minnie Mouseters
Any Disney Programs participant who successfully completes one of our multi-week sessions facilitated by our learning team is recognized with a Mouseters certificate. But did you know that any Disney cast member who speaks to our participants in a session receives an honorary Minnie Mouseters? For the very first time, a Minnie Mouseters was awarded…
Read MoreDisney Programs recognizes first participant to achieve the Goofy Graduate certificate
By: Amanda V., Disney Programs Communications Intern The Disney Programs team was thrilled to award the very first Goofy Graduate certificate last month to Bre, a Disney College Program participant who works in merchandise at The Emporium within Magic Kingdom Park. The Disney Programs learning team introduced the Goofy Graduate certificate this spring to recognize…
Read MoreOhana means family: Parents share their thoughts about the Disney College Program
Who is the first person you call with good news like getting accepted to the Disney College Program? We bet it’s mom, dad or a close family member! Recently, we asked a few parents to tell us what they thought of the program and how they’ve seen it benefit their student. Here are their thoughts!…
Read MoreIconic photo spots at Walt Disney World
Picture it: You’re settling into life in Central Florida, and the weather is perfect! You have a great new group of friends who you always have fun adventures with. You know what that means – time to post it on the ‘gram! To help elevate your social game, here are a few iconic photo spots…
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