Making Connections on the Disney College Program – Disney College Program Miniseries: Season 4 Episode 1
ON THIS EPISODE OF LIFE AT DISNEY: DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM MINISERIES
How do you make friends on the Disney College Program? What about professional connections? We’re sitting down with Carson and Brandon, two current participants, to find out!
Welcome to season four of our miniseries, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this unique internship experience has brought magic makers to Walt Disney World® Resort from across the country and many participants go on to have lasting careers with The Walt Disney Company.
Carson works in attractions and can be found driving boats and telling jokes on the world-famous Jungle Cruise. Brandon works in custodial and helps keep EPCOT clean while helping guests all over the park. In this episode, they’re telling stories about the friends they’ve made, the professional connections who have helped them and more!
ABOUT THE GUESTS:
Carson is from Nolensville, TN, and a recent graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she obtained her Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management with an International Business concentration. Growing up going to the Walt Disney World Resort with her family, Carson had always hoped to work for the Walt Disney Company and participate in the Disney College Program, so when she graduated, she applied for the program as a great way to start her career. This being Carson's first program, she is working hard to learn more about the company and have fun with friends while at the Walt Disney World Resort. She is so grateful to have had this opportunity and has loved all the support from her family and friends! After completing her program, Carson hopes to obtain a permanent position with the company and continue creating magic for others.
Brandon is from Columbia, SC, and recently graduated from Coastal Carolina University with a degree in communications focused on interactive journalism and a minor in film. He’s a big fan of Disney and watching Disney animation in particular. His favorite Disney movie is Treasure Planet. Brandon learned about the Disney college program from his mother. After completing his degree, Brandon felt like the Disney College Program was the perfect opportunity to grow his career and see everything the Walt Disney Company had to offer. Currently on his first college program, Brandon has made new friends and recently decided to extend. His current goal after completing his program is to secure a permanent role in continuing to make magic with the Walt Disney World Resort.
