Posts Tagged ‘Earning’
Meet 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 MoreThe Endless Possibilities Showcase Returns This July!
After a successful launch last December, Disney Programs is excited to be bringing back the Endless Possibilities Showcase this July at Apprentice Hall at Flamingo Crossings Village. It’s important us that participants are equipped with as much knowledge as possible to be successful in their professional and personal lives. During this one-of-a-kind event, we aim…
Read MoreShow you care on Employee Appreciation Day and beyond!
It’s Employee Appreciation Day, but we appreciate our Disney Programs cast members every day! At Disney, cast members create magic for guests, so we like to create magic for them too. The magic of appreciation can be big or small, but no matter how it’s done, it always makes a difference. One example of this…
Read MoreMaking Magic and Memories on a Disney College Program
Today we have exciting news to share – applications for the Disney College Program are now open! What makes this program so unique? Check out the breakdown below. LEARN MORE LIVING Participants live at Flamingo Crossings Village, a state-of-the-art apartment community, featuring resort-style pools, a 12,500-square-foot fitness center, and quiet study spaces. Weekly events, uniquely…
Read MoreParticipant Spotlight: Culinary participants deck the halls of the Grand Floridian Gingerbread House
‘Tis the season for presents, caroling and giant gingerbread houses! Two Disney Culinary participants had the sweet opportunity to work on the iconic gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. Ellis Gardiner and Madelyn Valenzuela first met their freshman year of college, in their very first lab class. They have been friends ever…
Read MoreParticipant spotlight: Joyce, a Disney Culinary Program participant’s wish for a magical program experience
We’ve all done it: looked up at the clock and noticed it is 11:11 then said, “11:11 – make a wish!” But have you ever wondered how this came to be? Some believe the number 1111 to be a lucky one, as the number one is repeated four times, but also the number 11 doubled.…
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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