Posts Tagged ‘Living’
Everything you need to know about the return of the Disney College Program
We are so excited to welcome participants of a 2020 Disney College Program back this June! An email was sent just a few days ago to those whose programs were shortened or canceled last year, and we can’t wait to see them return. For those of you not a part of this group and wondering…
Read MoreThe Disney College Program is coming back!
We are absolutely thrilled to share exciting news about the return of the Disney College Program at Walt Disney World® Resort this June! Along with much of the world, we’re encouraged by the progress made possible by rising vaccination rates and recently revised guidance around health and safety measures. And while we’re seeing some additional positive signs,…
Read MoreDressing for the weather on your Disney program
Vincente, a Cultural Representative from Mexico, understands the value of wearing sunglasses to protect his eyes. There’s a saying that the weather in March “comes in like a lion” but “goes out like a lamb.” That’s a good generalization of weather in the northern hemisphere. But what does that mean for Disney programs participants in…
Read More8 tips on how to be a good roommate
Now that you’re all settled into your new home and work location, it’s a good time to reflect on how you can be the best roommate possible. Whether it’s your first or fifth time living with roommates, it’s important to remember some tips to create the best living situation for everyone in your apartment. People…
Read MoreWays to get to know your Disney College Program roommates
“If you walk the footsteps of a stranger, you’ll learn things you never knew.” – Pocahontas Moving away from home can be both exciting and intimidating at the same time. Moving in with one to seven other people is definitely something that takes work and active communication in order for you and your roommates to…
Read MoreDisney College Program: I was not selected – what’s next?
Sitting on a bus, stuck on a snowy gridlocked highway, I’m checking my phone to see how late I will be to my quickly approaching meeting. This is making me think about how different my life would be if I simply gave up any time something didn’t go exactly according to plan. If I did,…
Read More5 tips for doing the Disney College Program
Beginning my Disney College Program in January, I had no idea what to expect. I had a small glimpse from my sister who had completed a program back in 2017 but did not know where my journey would take me. Now being over half way through my journey, I have learned a lot and am…
Read MoreTwo way interview – Interviewing a hiring manager tips & tricks
Over the course of my tenure, I have had the opportunity to interview many different candidates for various positions. One of my favorite groups is the Disney Professional Internships and College Program participants. Whether I am interviewing them for an internship or full-time opportunity, I am always impressed with their readiness, composure and research prior…
Read More5 tips for applying to a technology internship with Disney
Show us your skills! It’s important to specify what technical skills you possess, or are working towards, when it comes to technology internships. Consider adding a technical skills section to your resume where you can specify your proficiencies with programming languages, frameworks, libraries and systems. Never assume that recruiters will know what skills you possess! …
Read MoreMeet Brandon, one of the faces behind the scenes of the Disney Alumni Association
With over 43k members, our Disney Alumni Association continues to grow every day. Meet Brandon, an Interview Partner on the Disney Campus Recruitment team. Brandon assists the Disney Alumni Association by responding to questions in the inbox, posting on our Twitter and Instagram platforms and assisting with approvals into our association and Facebook group. Here’s…
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