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Disney Programs Participants receive their Mouseters for the first time in three years!

July 5, 2022

For the first time in nearly three years, Disney Programs participants had the opportunity to take part in an instructor-led course during their Program. These 5-week learning offerings give participants the opportunity to explore unique topics that are valuable to The Walt Disney Company. In May, participants attended the first…

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Culinary Program Alumni Spotlight: Alberto Womack, Duty Manager, Typhoon Lagoon Water Park

June 23, 2022

Meet Alberto, an alumni of the Disney Culinary Program who has surfed some awesome waves in his career at Walt Disney World® Resort! In his six years with Disney, Alberto has impacted parks, resorts, and now water parks by always keeping his cast and guest experience top of mind. This…

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Participant spotlight: Making waves with chalk art at Typhoon Lagoon

June 9, 2022

At Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, one College Program participant has been using his background in illustration to create a very special sort of magic.   As a custodial cast member, Chris has been able to create breathtaking chalk art on the sidewalks of Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park. Chris…

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Professional Intern Spotlight: Disney General Entertainment Interns

June 3, 2022

Through Disney General Entertainment we have the privilege of enjoying beloved brands such as Freeform, Hulu, FX, and National Geographic. From animation to diversity and inclusion, professional interns are assisting with driving their teams forward and bringing us new content. Disney General Entertainment proudly spotlighted some of its great interns…

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Five spots for program graduation photos

May 25, 2022

That photo with graduation Mickey and Minnie is iconic for Disney Programs participants, but there are tons of great spots around Flamingo Crossings Village to capture beautiful photos as well! As many participants prepare to conclude their program, we wanted to share five of our favorite spots to capture your…

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Mental Health Awareness Month: Tips to improve your mental well-being

May 20, 2022

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to become more aware of resources to support mental and emotional health while taking note of our own mental wellbeing. While we are not mental health professionals, we do want everyone to be mindful of how they are feeling both mentally and…

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Sustainable living at Flamingo Crossings Village

April 25, 2022

We believe it’s important to show our Disney Programs participants ways they can take care of the environment and contribute to The Walt Disney Company’s vision to create a happier and healthier planet for us all. This April, we held the first ever Neighborhood Recycling Challenge at Flamingo Crossings Village.…

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Professional Intern spotlight: Wayne Hartman, College and International Recruitment Professional Intern

April 6, 2022

Meet Wayne, a Disney Professional Intern.  We first met him in the last fall as a Disney College Program legacy participant working at Satu’li Canteen at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Since completing his College Program in January, Wayne has stepped into a new role supporting college and international recruitment…

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Professional Intern Spotlight: Damien Jenkins – Talent Acquisition Marketing Account Management Intern

March 31, 2022

Meet Damien, a professional intern with Talent Acquisition Marketing supporting account management. In this role, Damien assists with marketing initiatives to support recruitment efforts for brands we know and love such as ESPN, Disney Studios, and even Disney Programs. As a recent college graduate, Damien brings different perspectives and ideas…

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Women’s History Month: Celebrating some of the women who support our Disney Programs cast members

March 28, 2022

  During a Disney Program, participants can enjoy a variety of resources to guide them through their experience. An amazing resource in their work areas are our Programs Champions. A Programs Champion is a park or resort leader who serves as an advocate and go-to person in their work area…

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