This is usually my opportunity to get an early morning start in the parks. Which is best spent at Animal Kingdom. Then I am able to take a bus from whatever park I am in and go straight to work. And to end the week, another closing shift. I hope this gives you a good glimpse into the average week in the Disney College Program. And sometimes my schedule can change and I get two weeks in a row of only closing shifts.
Comment below on anything else you want a little insight on. Your email address will not be published. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Notify me of new posts by email. Monday After waking up I usually have a few options about what to do before another closing shift. Wednesday The days after my day off are usually my early morning shifts.
It bears noting that Disney University, not to be confused with the Disney College Program, is reserved for those who will ultimately go on to become Disney employees, or cast members. She explains:. Jennifer reveals that she grappled with a very serious health matter during her time at Disney, but she learned how to show up each day with a smile. The program is typically between five and seven months in length, or roughly the minimum length of a college semester.
However, there are options for extending your program to a second semester. Moreover, you are eligible to apply for participation in the Disney program multiple times.
The Walt Disney World International Exchange Program creates several access points to Disney education and Disney careers for students living outside of the United states. The Exchange Program is conducted through:. Disney College Programs are not technically accredited. Likewise, Disney University is not, itself, an accredited university.
However, in order to enroll at Disney University, you must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, or have graduated from an accredited institution in the last 12 months. Your Disney University education will usually occur either in tandem with your traditional college education or as a segment of your actual degree program.
In fact, your college or university may have a partnership program with Disney College Programs or with Disney University allowing you to participate in a paid internship, or take Disney University training courses for college credits through your accredited college.
You are strongly advised to consult an academic advisor before pursuing the Disney College Program to find out if your school has a partnership program with Disney, or if your degree program awards credits for your participation in a Disney internship. Classes are held in close proximity to their respective theme parks, allowing for students to be placed into real paid internship roles on actual Disney properties. Disney College Program participants have the option of taking advantage of company-sponsored, park-adjacent student housing, but those living in proximity to the park may also commute to campus.
These on-site campus programs allow aspiring Disney professionals to access and experience real, operational Disney properties. It also places Disney University students into close proximity to Cast Member lots, which helps to facilitate internships and experiential professional development. This is the day where new Cast Members get their first sight of backstage.
The Disney College Program is highly competitive. In order to be eligible, you must be over the age of 18, you must be currently enrolled in an accredited college program, and you must have completed at least one semester at an accredited college or university; or have graduated from said institution within the last 12 months.
Typically, this means international students must be studying on an F-1 or J-1 visa. Disney advises that international students contact international student advisors for answers to eligibility questions. This process includes:. But the interview process for the Disney College program was extensive and nerve-wracking.
With more than 50, applicants every year, Disney only accepts about 12, new annual recruits. The competition for spots is fierce. The wider your interest, the greater your chances of gaining admission. It pays to be open-minded at every step of the way in your Disney education, especially because you are likely to be assigned a role outside of your comfort area and academic focus.
To get started, apply online. For this program, participants should be hospitality-oriented, friendly, and outgoing. To receive email updates about the Disney College Program in Florida and California, please complete the request form. Discover the magic within you. Educators Alumni. Experience the Magic. Housing Fees Housing Information. Alumni Stories. Explore On Instagram. Study the Magic.
Networking Connect with experienced Disney professionals and learn more about their career journeys. Transferable Skills With so many unique experiences to be had, you will learn transferable skills within the classroom, at your workplace, and in your living experience to take with you on your next adventure.
Create the Magic. Explore Program Roles. You get to know their story. You just have to come in with an open mind. We become like a family here. You get to learn new things about yourself. You learn how to handle difficult situations, and have fun doing it. We get a big rush of guests who have just seen Fantasmic! I got to see different aspects of what makes the magic happen here at Disney. It made me want to come back for more and see what else I could explore in different areas of the park.
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