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Learning from the legacy: Madeleine’s computer graphics internship at Industrial Light and Magic

October 4, 2019

The unification of art and technology is in the DNA of Industrial Light And Magic (ILM), a division of Lucasfilm. So, when Madeleine started her internship at ILM, she immediately felt like part of the family. As a freshman at Stanford University, Madeleine took her first computer science class and—to her…

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Be a part of the Disney Alumni Association at DisneyAlumni.com!

September 17, 2019

In 2014, the Disney Campus Recruitment team launched the Disney Alumni Association as an exclusive community for those who have successfully completed a Disney College or Culinary Program where they could reconnect, network and enjoy benefits of the association such as events and giveaways. Since then, the association has expanded…

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Fall into fun: Ways to kick your fall Disney Program off to a great start

September 16, 2019

Leaves are falling, Magic Kingdom Park has been given its festive makeover and best of all, we have welcomed thousands of new participants for our fall programs! Whether you take advantage of one of the many different happenings at Walt Disney World Resort this time of year, or signup for…

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Get to know international recruiter Joe!

September 16, 2019

Recently, one of our College and International Programs coordinators, Jessica, spoke with Joe. He  joined the team as a new recruiter for the Disney International Programs recruiting in Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, and Canada! Joe recently conducted interviews in Canada for the Cultural Representative Program and will soon be going…

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Truly undefeated: Sports journalist Bill Rhoden and his work to inspire the next generation

August 28, 2019

For Bill Rhoden, accomplished sports journalist and author, it all started when he was just eight years old. “I can’t remember where my interest in sports begins and ends. My earliest memory is just racing against my father, who was a track star in college and played football, always wondering…

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Doing it all: How to balance getting your degree and doing a Disney Program

August 8, 2019

Often, we hear from participants who are interested in doing a Disney Program that they are nervous about the prospect of balancing the program and their schooling. If this is you, don’t dismay! Lots of participants find they can successfully participate in a Disney Program while in college; it takes…

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Networking at Disneyland: It doesn’t end when your program does!

August 2, 2019

Many of you completed the Disney College Program and spent your internship networking with leaders and developing professional connections that will last a lifetime. But, will they really last a lifetime?   That depends on you.  Maintaining relationships you built on the program is just as important as developing them. Anyone…

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Be bold, be brave, be you: The Walt Disney Company celebrates Pride

June 27, 2019

The Walt Disney Company takes pride in its diverse cast members and its longstanding commitment to equality and respect for those in the LGBTQ+ community. This year, cast have celebrated Pride with a number of exciting happenings all across the world and throughout the company’s many segments.  New merchandise hit…

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What’s next after the Disneyland College Program?

June 11, 2019

We’re a few months away from our final departure for our spring 2019 Disneyland Resort participants and right now, they have some big questions to answer before they leave. In fact, you probably have similar questions as you think about an internship at Disney…what comes next after the Disney College…

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Creating lasting friendship when you start your program ‘late’

June 6, 2019

In January of 2017, I began my Disney Programs journey. It was the perfect time to start since the new year had just rolled around. As the months progressed, I found my friends in those who lived around me (Chatham Square forever!), fellow program participants at my work location and those who started their…

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