Programs Blog
Things Southern Californians do for fun
Living in Los Angeles, a question I get quite frequently from my long-distance friends is, “So what do you do for fun?” And I’ll be honest here, there is so much to do, I never know where to start! Whether you’re visiting for a week, interning for a season, or living here permanently, there are…
Read MoreRemain in the Magic: Disney Alumni Association
Do you already miss being able to go to Disney Parks just because you feel like giving Mickey a hug or riding The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at night? Do you find yourself still pointing with two fingers when giving people directions? Well boy, oh boy, do we have great news for you! If…
Read More5 free must-dos at Walt Disney World Resort
I’ll admit it: I’m always looking for activities that won’t break the bank. With such a wide variety of things to do on property, it’s easy to overspend! Never fear, Walt Disney World Resort is also brimming with free and unique opportunities to have fun with your best pals. Here are my top budget-savvy options…
Read MoreCome along and witness the magic of the movies come to life
It’s already the halfway point of our Spring Program at the Disneyland Resort and it won’t be long before we’re welcoming many of you in the fall. But before we do, we wanted to give you a sneak peek at one extraordinary event that makes our Disneyland College Program an internship unlike any other. Many…
Read MoreDisney Professional Intern Spotlight: Tetteh, Disney|ABC Television Group Casting Intern
Where did you go to school? I went to California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, CA. Tell me a fun fact or two about you. I was born in Australia and moved to the United States 10 years ago from Ghana, West Africa. What inspired you to apply for a Disney|ABC Television Group…
Read MoreDisney Housing: Event Team Spotlight
If College or International Program participants on the East Coast have questions about the living component of their program, they are referred to Housing. But what is “Housing?” Did you know that Housing is actually comprised of several different teams, all with the same goal of ensuring our participants have an unforgettable and seamless program…
Read MoreEars to 5 years of the Disney Programs Blog
Cookie cake, balloons and a spirit of community are welcome in the office any day, but especially when you’re celebrating a blog-a-versary! (Yes – it’s a thing.) September 2016 marks five fun-filled years for the Disney Internships and Programs Blog team. Here are few things you may not know about our bloggers: They each have…
Read MoreSpotlight on Guest Relations
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to don the iconic plaid vest as a Guest Relations cast member? Maybe it’s one of your dream roles, or maybe you just want to learn more about what the job entails. Luckily, the Disney Internships and Programs Education team works hard to connect you with opportunities to…
Read MoreDisney College Program Participant Spotlight: Jerry, Outdoor Vendor
What is your dream job at the Disneyland Resort? For many of you, being in one of our spectacular parades would probably be considered as the best job ever. Meet Jerry, a Disney College Program local participant who works as an Outdoor Vendor at Disney California Adventure Park. As part of Jerry’s role, he has…
Read MoreDisney College Program Participant Spotlight: Camille, Lifeguard
When swimming and Disney are two of the things that you’re most passionate about in life, finding the perfect job to combine those things can be a challenge…or is it? Meet Camille, a Disney College Program participant at the Disneyland Resort. She’s a Biological Anthropology major at San Joaquin Delta College and a lifeguard at…
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