Posts Tagged ‘LAD – Employee Stories’
Maintaining the Magic on Third Shift at Disneyland Resort
As the last guests are exiting the parks after an unforgettable day of experiencing state-of-the-art attractions known around the world, a fresh set of magic makers begin their shifts. While most people are familiar with a bustling Main Street, U.S.A., or energetic crowd in Avengers Campus, the cast members on third shift crews have the…
Read MoreGoing Beyond ‘The Bare Necessities’ of Care with Health Services
Our cast members are an essential element that make a visit to one of our Disney Parks magical and unforgettable. The cast members that make up our Health Services teams are particularly unique, not only providing care and comfort to our guests but to their fellow cast members as well! Meet Frederick “Lee,” an occupational…
Read MoreGoal Oriented: Arda Öcal, SportsCenter Anchor and NHL Studio Host
A love for hockey and sports came naturally growing up in Toronto, Canada, for SportsCenter anchor and NHL studio host Arda Öcal, but he didn’t necessarily set out with the goal of working in sports media. A son of immigrant parents from Turkey, he discovered his own path which led him to ESPN. Luckily, a…
Read MoreHBCU Alumni Spotlight: Ebony, Human Resources Business Partner
Ebony, Human Resources Business Partner, is making a difference in the lives of corporate employees at The Walt Disney Company. Ebony’s undergraduate experience attending an HBCU continues to impact her life positively; As a proud alumna of Bethune-Cookman University and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., she has remained a part of close-knit networks,…
Read MoreUK Intern Spotlight: Hear from Previous Interns on their Growth with the Company
Are you interested in beginning a Disney Internship? With our UK team, you’ll work side-by-side with industry leaders in your field of study to build upon your skills while contributing to a legendary brand known for creating world-class experiences on a global scale. Learn more about the intern experience from Sanjana and Elle, who have previously completed their own Disney Internships and are now working full-time with the company!
Read MoreEndless Opportunities to Achieve with Disney Culinary
At Walt Disney World Resort, you can always find something new and exciting cooking in any of the hundreds of kitchens located throughout the parks and resorts, and for the last eight years, Sous Chef Cinderella has been dishing up imaginative cuisine and reaching her own career goals. “I was very excited…
Read MoreDiscovering a Career Path as a Disney Intern: Meet Chloe
As a Disney Intern, participants work side-by-side with industry leaders in their field of study while also building on the skills they developed in the classroom. A world of opportunities and memories awaits them during those three months, in addition to creating world-class experiences on a global scale within our teams in technology, engineering, marketing and more! And today, we are proud to introduce Chloe, an Associate Industrial Engineer for Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, who first dreamed of working for the resort seventeen years ago.
Read MoreDisney College Program participant completes the 50 for 50 VoluntEARS Challenge
Walt Disney World® Resort is recognizing the 50th anniversary celebration in a variety of ways, one of them being a Disney VoluntEAR challenge! Cast members were challenged to complete 50 volunteer hours or attend 50 volunteer events during the span of the celebration – and one Disney College Program participant achieved that goal. Kelsey Leaf,…
Read MoreSpotlight on Peter, Disney Hospitality Leadership Program participant
Meet Peter, a participant of the Disney Hospitality Leadership Program working at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Prior to this role, Peter completed a Disney College Program where he took part in many of the learning offerings available to participants. Learn more about Peter and how his Disney career was kicked off with a Disney Program! When…
Read MoreCelebrating The Walt Disney Legacy Award APAC Recipients
The Walt Disney Legacy Award is Disney Parks, Experiences & Products’ highest honor, which recognizes exceptional individuals within the organization. We are thrilled to introduce our APAC Consumer Products, Games & Publishing recipients who had the honor of receiving this award and exemplify the values that Disney holds. Learn more about them below: Tara is…
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