Posts Tagged ‘Disney College Program’
US Army veteran advances his career after participating on the Disney College Program
Meet Victor, a Disney College Program participant and U.S. Army veteran. Since May is National Military Appreciation Month, we wanted to learn more about Victor’s experience as a U.S. service member, his time on the program, and what he hopes is ahead in his Disney journey. U.S. military service is something that has always had…
Read MoreHow building connections helped one participant extend into a premium services role
Meet Hannah, a Disney College Program participant who recently started a new role working with Disney’s premium services. Prior to this role, Hannah began her program in February working at Disney’s All-Star Resort in custodial. She was inspired to apply for premium services from her experience in custodial interacting with guests and creating relationships with…
Read MoreMeet Victoria, the first Disney Programs participant to earn a Minnie Mouseters
Any Disney Programs participant who successfully completes one of our multi-week sessions facilitated by our learning team is recognized with a Mouseters certificate. But did you know that any Disney cast member who speaks to our participants in a session receives an honorary Minnie Mouseters? For the very first time, a Minnie Mouseters was awarded…
Read MoreOhana means family: Parents share their thoughts about the Disney College Program
Who is the first person you call with good news like getting accepted to the Disney College Program? We bet it’s mom, dad or a close family member! Recently, we asked a few parents to tell us what they thought of the program and how they’ve seen it benefit their student. Here are their thoughts!…
Read MoreIntroducing How It Started, How It’s Going, A new series highlighting Disney Programs alumni
You may be surprised to hear just how many cast members within The Walt Disney Company started their journeys on a Disney Program. A Disney Program can be highly beneficial to anyone hoping to grow their career and hone their skills at Disney. Many successful cast members who started on a program have not only…
Read MoreCharacter Performer Auditions return for the Disney College Program
Today is a big day, and one that you all have long-awaited – the character performer role for incoming Disney College Program participants is BACK! Character performers bring beloved Disney characters to life throughout Walt Disney World® Resort , and now, once again, Disney College Program participants will be part of this magic beginning in…
Read MoreCurious about the Disney College Program? Attend an information 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. Disney College Program recruiters will be hosting “Get to Know the Disney College Program” virtual information sessions where these experts will go over the most frequently asked College Program…
Read MoreParticipants share their gratitude for friendship and their Disney College Program experience
After applying to and accepting an offer for a Disney Program, there is so much excitement that sets in! What will my role be? What will my roommates be like? What is the first park I’m going visit? But, amidst the excitement, there may also be some fears for the unknown. What will it be…
Read MoreCollege Program Alumni Spotlight: Jaonni Riley, College & International Programs Recruitment Coordinator
Meet Jaonni, a coordinator supporting Disney College and International Programs Recruitment. A California native, Jaonni’s Disney journey began on a Disney College Program at the Disneyland® Resort in 2020 and later continued with an additional College Program at Walt Disney World® Resort. After her second College Program, Jaonni went on to do a Disney Internship…
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, it is a private car service that will whisk you away from place to place around Walt Disney World property in Minnie Mouse style. The…
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