Posts Tagged ‘Career Opportunities’
Launching the Disney Wish Cruise Ship: Patricia Duerr, Product Management Director
Patricia Duerr is a Product Management Director with the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Technology & Digital organization. In her role, she supports Disney Cruise Line digital products such as the Navigator app and the Disney Cruise Line website. She recently was on the opening team for the Disney Wish, the newest ship to join the Disney Cruise Line family. Learn more about Patricia’s role and her experience contributing to a new ship.
Read More2022 Disney Accelerator Participants Announced
Last month, The Walt Disney Company announced the six companies that will be joining the 2022 Disney Accelerator, a business development program designed to accelerate the growth of innovative companies from around the world. This year’s Disney Accelerator class is focused on building the future of immersive experiences and specializes in technologies such as augmented reality (AR), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and artificial intelligence (AI) characters. See who is joining the program this year.
Read MoreCelebrating Four Years of Disney Aspire
In the last year alone, the Disney Aspire network has expanded to include North Carolina A&T, Johnson & Wales University, Fullerton College, and Cal State Fullerton. And that’s just the beginning! We had the chance to catch up with two of the leaders responsible for helping to bring this program to life each day: Chris Trout, vice president of learning and development and Tonya Cornileus, senior vice president of learning and talent solutions. Let’s check in as they reflect on the past four years and everything that’s coming in the future for this one-of-a-kind program.
Read MoreMedia Magic: Inspiring Connections and Careers at NABJ-NAHJ 2022
After several years of virtual attendance, The Walt Disney Company was excited to be back in person at the 2022 NABJ-NAHJ Convention and Career Fair in Las Vegas, Nevada! Not only was this year significant because of the ability to once again be in person, but also because for the first time several Disney businesses teamed up under The Walt Disney Company banner to jointly participate as a titanium-level sponsor of this year’s conference. Segments including ESPN, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products had a presence at the conference.
Read MoreBuilding a Career with Hong Kong Disneyland: Meet Sam Chan
We’re excited to shine a light on Sam Chan, a Senior Manager of Marketing at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort! As part of the Integrated Strategy and Planning team, she supports the marketing initiatives for Hong Kong, China, and international markets by analyzing consumer research and providing recommendations on the type of new products and interactive experiences that should be brought to life. Read along as she shares how working for Hong Kong Disneyland Resort has given her tremendous opportunities to learn, explore new fields and create magical memories for guests.
Read MoreProfessional Intern Spotlight: Two friends, two coasts: Former classmates follow their dreams
Mikhaila Estwick and Maureen Zeufack met their freshman year of high school and became friends during biology class. Today, the high school friends are both pursuing their dreams with The…
Read MoreDisney College Program participants to join the Minnie Van team
If you’ve been to Walt Disney World® Resort lately, you may already know that Minnie Vans have returned to our roadways! If you’re not familiar with the Minnie Van service,…
Read MoreCurious About the Disney College Program? Attend an Informational Session
Are you interested in the Disney College Program but have a few questions before applying? We get it! And we’d like to give you some answers.
Read MoreThe Walt Disney Company Joins Propel Education Center in Support of the Next Generation of Diverse Storytellers and Innovators
Disney will co-create curriculum, provide mentors and place students of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in internships to prepare them for future careers.
Read MoreDisney Aspire Welcomes California State University, Fullerton and Fullerton College
Disney Aspire, the Walt Disney Company’s education investment and career development program that offers 100% tuition paid upfront, has welcomed California State University – Fullerton and Fullerton College to its growing network of educational providers.
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