Disney College Program

• Receive valuable professional experience while working at our world-renowned theme parks and resorts.
• Meet people from around the globe and create friendships and memories to last a lifetime.
• Take part in uniquely Disney learning and development opportunities, exclusive program events and more.

• Front-line roles: Guest-facing positions directly interacting with visitors in our theme parks, resorts and Disney Springs locations.
  • Examples: Attractions, Quick Service Food & Beverage, Custodial, Merchandise, etc.
• Backstage roles: Supporting the guest experience behind the scenes in non-guest-facing areas.
  • Examples: Costuming Operations, Resort, Houseperson, etc.

• Starting pay: $18/hour
• Program length: 4–8 months, with potential to extend up to 12 months (one year)
• Arrival dates: May–August 2026
• Departure dates: No sooner than January 2027
• If selected, you will be able to choose your dates (date options are subject to availability and chosen on a first come, first serve basis.  More information can be found here: Fall Program Dates

• Program participants have the option to live at Flamingo Crossings Village, the fully furnished apartment community owned and operated by American Campus Communities, just minutes from Walt Disney World Resort.
• The community includes double-occupancy, shared apartments with amenities like resort-style pools and a 12,500 sq. ft. fitness center.  Variousspecial events and activities are also hosted every month exclusively for residents on the program.
• Bus transportation provided by Disney Programs connects you to Disney parks and resorts as well as local grocery stores and shopping.

• Discover career paths and build your network – there are endless opportunities with Disney to explore after you complete your program!
• Attend Disney Programs learning sessions where you can gain new skills, meet industry professionals and Disney leaders and more.
• Actively enrolled in school? The program offers academic support resources and is recommended for up to nine college credit hours by the American Council on Education (Note: all credit decisions are at the discretion of your college/university, please speak to your school to understand your options).

• Weekly pay
• Complimentary theme park admission
• Cast-exclusive discounts
• Housing and work transportation are offered
• Exclusive events, trips and activities

What's Next?

• Selected candidates will have a 30-minute phone interview with a recruiter.
• If offered and accepted, a non-refundable Program Participation Fee is due within 7 days.
• Housing Fee (for Flamingo Crossings Village) is due 3 weeks before arrival.
• Role placement will be shared ~4 weeks before arrival; confirmed ~1 week prior (subject to change).
• Explore program offerings and resources at Experience.DisneyPrograms.com.

Eligibility Requirements
•    At least 18 years of age at the time of application
•    Currently enrolled and taking classes OR have graduated from an accredited United States* college, university, or higher education program within 24 months of the application posting date
•    Possess unrestricted work authorization within the United States*
•    Be open to a starting pay rate of $18 per hour
•    Be fully available to work Sunday through Saturday, including days and nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime
•    Be receptive to complying with the Disney Look appearance guidelines
•    Students who have not yet graduated from high school but have dual enrollment with a college are not eligible to apply

Prior to applying, please review the detailed eligibility requirements found here.

*United States includes all 50 states plus Puerto Rico and all other U.S. territories.