Disney College Program
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For sophomores or above. WSU students must have an established, cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above at time of interview and time of departure for the experience.
Co-op registration is available for this experience. Course credit may be available depending on major.
Opportunities for All Majors
The Disney College Program (DCP) hires students to work in paid positions at Walt Disney World theme parks and resorts, in Orlando, Florida; and at Disneyland, in Anaheim, California. All majors are welcome to apply.
Visit the program Web site for detailed information:
http://www.disneycollegeprogram.com
Wright State University students who will register the experience as a co-op or internship experience through Career Services, must have an established, minimum GPA of 2.5, at time of application and at time of departure; and must have achieved sophomore status.
General Information
WDW College Program provides paid opportunities for undergraduate college students to work at Walt Disney World theme parks and resorts, in Orlando, Florida. Positions range from basic cast member roles for first time applicants, to advanced internship positions for repeat College Program participants.
Students who participate in the WDW College Program build their résumé through work experience with an internationally recognized employer. Previous participants report additional benefits, including effective professional development courses and the opportunity to make lasting friendships with students from around the world.
Recruiting Visits
Recruiters from Walt Disney World College Program visit Wright State University each year to present information about the program and set up interviews with candidates. Alternatively, students may view an electronic presentation at the program Web site.
Participation in either an in-person information session or an electronic presentation are required prior to the interview. A completed electronic application is also required prior to the interview.
Review the Career Services Events Calendar
Information session is part of the interview process. Career Services recommends appropriate business attire.
Review the electronic presentation and complete the program application at the program Web site:
http://www.wdwcollegeprogram.com
For the On Campus Information Session
Students from other schools are welcome at the Wright State University information session.
Arrive promptly and dress professionally. Bring a polished résumé as well as a printout of your online application.
Print out a copy of the completed application prior to electronic submission, and bring the printed copy to the information session.
Allow one and a half to two hours to attend the information session. The formal presentation lasts one hour, followed by questions and interview sign up.
Interviews are conducted via telephone for several days after the information session. Career Services advises appropriate demeanor and dress during telephone interview sessions, to convey professional image.
See Job Search Readiness section for more information.
Interviews scheduled during the fall quarter information session and electronic presentation are for positions
- January to June, or
- January to August, or
- March/April to August.
Interviews scheduled during the winter or spring quarter information session and electronic presentation are for positions
- June through December, or
- August through December.
Review program details, participate in an electronic presentation, and fill out an application, visit
http://www.disneycollegeprogram.com
Recruiters visit other campuses in the area and Wright State students who cannot attend Wright State presentations may attend a presentation elsewhere.
Review schedule of presentations
Interviews and Auditons for Entertainment Positions
Typically, WDW College Program does not interview for character or musical performance positions on the Wright State campus. For information about character or musical performance auditions, visit the Disney College Program Web site.
Review entertainment information
Details for Wright State Students
Eligibility and Registration
Wright State University students who will register the experience as a co-op or internship experience through Career Services, must have an established, minimum GPA of 2.5, at time of application and at time of departure; and must have achieved sophomore status.
Open to all
majors.
Registration for successful applicants is for non-credited co-op or internship.
Some students may qualify for credit, depending on their academic department.
Students have the option to take professional development courses while in Orlando, and may be able to arrange credit.
Individual students who receive financial aid (including loans and scholarships) from Wright State or private sources, or who are covered by parents' insurance policy, are advised to contact the various providers to determine requirements for continution of the award(s) or coverage. Students are advised to inquire about conditions resulting in activation of loan repayment or activation of grace periods. Requirements vary among providers and it is the student's responsibility to determine what status, residency, credit load, or other factors affect their awards and coverage.
For program information and crediting information specific to their individual situation, students are advised to meet with the Walt Disney World College Program Campus Liaison in Career Services. For more information, please call Debra Wilburn at 937-775-2556, or email debra.wilburn@wright.edu
Upon Acceptance
Once selected for the program, students are advised to schedule an appointment in Career Services, E334 Student Union.
Individualized options for registration and crediting will be discussed at the meeting with Career Services.
Schedule an appointment by calling 937.775.2556.
Professional Internships with Disney
For students with advanced skills and experience, Disney offers a limited number of professional internships.
Students with previous Disney College Program experience and a successful Disney work record are most competitive.
See advanced or professional internship opportunities using the keyword 'internships' at http://www.disneycareers.com
Explore More
For more information about Wright State students and the Disney College Program, email Debra Wilburn, Assistant Director, Career Services, liaison to Disney College Program, debra.wilburn@wright.edu
or schedule an appointment in Career Services, by calling the front desk at 937.775.2556.
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