The Secret to Getting the Most Out of the Disney College Program – Season Six, Episode Four
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In our season finale, meet Rachel, a Program Experience Associate on the Disney Programs Learning team! A Disney College Program alum who turned her internship into a full-time role, Rachel shares her journey from participant to professional and offers insight into the learning opportunities that make the program so special. From career-building sessions to personal development offerings, she shows participants how to make the most of every learning moment. Plus, for our video viewers, we take a trip to Flamingo Crossings Village to explore the spaces where those experiences come to life!
Welcome to season six of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we explore all things life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this one-of-a-kind internship has brought students and recent grads from across the country to Walt Disney World® Resort—and many go on to build lasting careers with The Walt Disney Company.
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Rachel is from Pittsburgh, PA, and graduated from Washington & Jefferson College with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Spanish. Her love for Disney started early with yearly family trips to Walt Disney World and cozy Disney movie nights growing up. Her Disney journey officially began in Spring 2024 when she joined the Disney College Program as a Merchandise Cast Member at Disney Springs Marketplace Village. During her program, Rachel took on shifts at 41 different locations across property and earned her Goofy Graduate certificate by diving into learning sessions at Apprentice Hall. Following her 6-Month Program, she landed an internship with the Disney Programs Learning Team for Summer/Fall 2024—a life-changing opportunity that sparked a passion for supporting and inspiring future program participants. After the internship, she took on a part-time role at Fantasyland West Attractions, working at Peter Pan’s Flight and It’s a Small World.
Today, Rachel is back in her dream role as a Disney Programs Associate on the Learning team, helping create magical, meaningful experiences for participants. She’s incredibly thankful to be part of a company that encourages growth, development and creating happiness for others.
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