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Episode 5: Disney Programs – Disney College Program and Disney Internships
Discover a unique living and working environment with participants from all over the world. The Disney College Program and Disney Internships can be the start of your career with The Walt Disney Company. Hear from two Disney College Program alumni, including a current Disney Intern, Karla Quintanilla, Undergraduate Associate for Disney Programs, and Kevin Boutte, Walt Disney Imagineering Inclusive Strategy Development about their experiences, their roles with the Company today, and how you can get started in one of these programs.
Read MoreThe scoop from this year’s journalism conferences with ESPN
Did you hear the news? We had an amazing time at all four of this year’s journalism conferences and are recapping it all for you! First up was the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) conference in Miami. A staple of our presence at each conference this year, we started things off with our Sports…
Read MoreTips to prep for your Disney College Program phone interview
It’s that special time of year when the Disney College Program is seeking new applicants! Part of the application process involves completing a phone interview so the recruitment team can get to know candidates on a more personal level. The phone interview is your chance to shine and showcase what makes you a top contender…
Read MoreAn experience of galactic proportions: Spotlight on Will, Walt Disney Imagineering project management intern
In a galaxy not so far away, one Disney professional intern is living out his dreams. Meet Will, a Walt Disney Imagineering project management intern who is currently working on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World® Resort. Originally from Chantilly, Virginia, Will attended James Madison University (JMU) where he obtained his bachelor’s degree…
Read MoreA whole new world (of Disney): A Disney Internships & Programs love story
What better way to get ready for Valentine’s Day than with a love story? How about a Disney Programs love story? Libby and Stephen are Disney College Program alumni whose Disney College Program experience went beyond living, learning and earning—they found true love! In fall 2010, Libby drove across the country from California to Florida…
Read MoreDisney Programs Reps: HBCU Roll Call!
We’re hitting the road and coming to you! If you haven’t heard, applications for the Disney College Program HBCU Cohort are officially open and you don’t want to miss your chance to make magic all summer long. Did you know that HBCUs across the country have Programs Reps ready to answer any and all of…
Read MoreDisney Professional Intern Spotlight: Nicole, ESPN Production Intern
Step right up! Storybook Circus is home to the one and only flying elephant, Goofy’s homemade stunt airplane, and our very own Nicole. Nicole joined the Disney family in 2016 on the Disney College Program as a merchandise cast member at Walt Disney World Resort. But the time has come for her to hang up…
Read More3 Inspiring Career Journeys: From the HBCU Yard to Walt Disney World Dreams
Sometimes it truly does all start with a dream – at least, that was the case for these three Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) alums. Meet Tasia, Tyreah, and John-Wesley! Three magic makers who all started their Disney careers on the Disney College Program HBCU Cohort. They got their start working in various roles…
Read MoreIntern Spotlight: Takier’s Unexpected Journey as a Rhoden Fellow
When it comes to internships, some opportunities appear so unexpectedly and surprisingly that it makes one wonder how everything is meant to be. For Takier, her journey as a Rhoden Fellow at ESPN’s Andscape is a perfect example of such a fortunate occurrence. Takier, a senior majoring in English at Howard University, is passionate about…
Read MoreDisney Programs Alumni spotlight: Michelle, Special Event Coordinator | Disney Strategic Meetings and Events
Ever wondered just how far you could go after a Disney Program? For Michelle, the Disney College Program led to a Disney Internship and that turned into an 11-year career at Walt Disney World® Resort creating exceptional guest service and magical memories for guests. For Michelle, a road trip heading to the Disney College Program…
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