The Walt Disney Company

Cast Member

January - August 2019 • Anaheim, CA

What I liked

I loved everything, the people, the atmosphere, our managers, our program directors it was all a wonderful experience

What I wish was different

I wish there were more opportunities for behind the scenes events, they didn’t make it feasible for people to go.

Advice

Have the absolute best time of your life. The Disney College Program was the best 7 months of my life so really enjoy it.

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Disney Cast Member

June 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

It’s a very fun and amazing experience. I love how the idea of the company is just to make people happy.

What I wish was different

I am still working here and everything is great.

Advice

Always drink water.

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Sales associates

October 2018 • Tucson, AZ

What I liked

Engaging with guests and making sure they receive the most magical experience.

What I wish was different

Advice

Watch and learn.

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Character Performer

February - August 2019 • Kissimmee, FL

What I liked

The enviroment and people I worked with, staff leadership

What I wish was different

If it Was little less strict for college program students.

Advice

Take every opportunity you see to connect and have a smile on your face and work hard every day! It may be hard sometimes because the DCP works you a lot but it will be worth it. There is nothing like having the chance to make magic for 100s of people at the most magical place on earth every day.

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Ride Service Associate

May - July 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I loved the freedom of my role and being able to interact with people on the daily.

What I wish was different

Advice

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College Program Intern

January - August 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

Good company to have on your resume, provides housing, fun work environment

What I wish was different

Very busy hours, lack of feedback

Advice

Take advantage of all the perks of this job and don’t be afraid to talk to your leadership about opportunities to grow with the company.

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Restaurant Employee

February - August 2019 • Sherman Oaks, CA

What I liked

I loved the environment and the guests.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have stayed there longer.

Advice

I would say to always go out of your comfort zone and try new things.

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Operations/attractions

January - August 2019 • Kissimmee, FL

What I liked

I have always wanted to work for the Walt Disney Company. I loved working for them. The leadership was wonderful and they really set you up for success. It is an internship that is both fun and extremely educational. I was able to work on my customer service and problem solving skills every single day. I met thousands of remarkable people from all around the world on a daily basis and I don’t think I could have chosen a better internship

What I wish was different

I wish that I had been placed in a different role. I wasn’t a huge fan of my attraction and the part of the job that was less customer service more operations.

Advice

Do it! No matter what role you receive you will love your experience. Every role at Disney teaches you valuable skills and provides you with experiences that you won’t get anywhere else. Even if your assigned role doesn’t “seem” like it matches with your plan for life, I guarantee there is some aspect that does.

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Merchandise Sales

January - August 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I liked the diversity and being able to work with people from all over the country/world.

What I wish was different

I wish this was advertised more.

Advice

This was a fantastic experience where I was able to really learn more about myself and grow and an individual.

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Disney College Program Intern

February - August 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I loved working at Disney World because you meet guests from all over the world! It was an amazing experience that I’ll never forget!

What I wish was different

I wish I could have stayed longer and spent more time in the parks on my days off!

Advice

I would say to not be afraid to take risks. I was extremely scared to move to Florida and be away from my family but I learned so much from it and it became the best 6 months of my life. Be afraid of something and do it anyway!

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Bus Greeter

January - May 2019 • Lake Buena Vista, FL

What I liked

The company was a community that treated its cast and guests so well. The company has standards and values that are consistently implemented in every corner of the company. Your leaders, managers, and coordinators just want the best for you, and are so happy to help in any way you need.

What I wish was different

Honestly, nothing. The Walt Disney Company was professional, exciting, and just fun to work for.

Advice

If you want to move up/around the company - tell your leaders! They want the absolute best for you and are so willing to help you get there. Tell them about your goals and they will show you the ways to achieve them.

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Merchandise Intern

August - December 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I liked working in such a diverse environment. You had the opportunity for new guest experiences everyday! I made friendships that’ll last a lifetime with my coworkers. The skills you gain during this internship will guide you through all your future endeavors successfully

What I wish was different

I wish I had set hours. Your hours change everyday, every week. It made it different to stay on a schedule outside of work.

Advice

Don’t take this opportunity for granted! Get close with all your coworkers! Take advantage of free admission to the parks and all your discounts you get.

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Barista

May - October 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

Working in the happiest place on earth is a fun challenge to find ways to make each guest’s experience incredible.

What I wish was different

I was a Disney College Program participant and I wish I hadn’t been. The program is a scam excuse for the company to underpay qualified workers.

Advice

If you want to work for Disney, that’s great! The company will even pay for you to finish school or get another degree. But do not do the College Program. Go straight to full time!

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Advanced Development Intern

May - August 2019 • Glendale, CA

What I liked

A challenging but rewarding experience. I had responsibility over my own project and had access to resources from all over the company.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

The Walt Disney Company looks for candidates that are not only skilled in their major but also have a passion for the arts and storytelling. They are looking for people who go above and beyond the classroom and who care about creating lasting experiences.

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Pastry Chef Intern

June - November 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

Real experience

What I wish was different

More variety in product

Advice

It's great experience. Take in everything you can.

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Food and Beverage Intern

August 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

All the benefits of the company from insurance all the way to getting in the parks for free.

What I wish was different

Worked a little less since you work a lot and it can be a lot when you are doing classes at the same time.

Advice

What you put in is what you get. The more effort you put in the more fun you will have!

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Merchandise Intern

January - May 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

This company brought a more than an amazing experience. I interacted with people from so many different cultures it was almost a shock. I was able to interact with not only families, but older couples, single people going to the park for the day, groups of kids with their schools, and more. I learned how to talk and make connections with people of every shape, size, age, and background. They also taught us the importance of leadership and what it meant to be part of such a prestigious company. I learned how to be even more outgoing and how to work with many different types of people (from all across the country and even internationally). The Walt Disney Company prides theirselves in how they treat their employees and how important the "cast" is to the "show" of working there everyday, and I believe they deserve to.

What I wish was different

The only thing I wished was different were the hours. It was very inconsistent, as one week you could work 40 hours and the next only 17.

Advice

I would advise anyone going into the College Program to do so with a very naive heart. The best part about working there is using what the company offers you, the parks! The more you go, the more you know about the brand, the products, even how to navigate through the parks to better assist customers that need help.

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Cashier

May 2017 • Anaheim, CA

What I liked

They always have shifts to pick up.

What I wish was different

I came into a higher position.

Advice

Do not sell yourself short. Let the company know all of your talents and do not stop moving around until you found a position that you love to attend everyday at work.

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Intern

January - August 2017 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

The Park Entrance Team for Epcot was an amazing team to work with. They were all very friendly and the job itself, taught me a lot about customer service and the importance of communication and teamwork.

What I wish was different

I wish there were more opportunities to excel in my field of study.

Advice

I would say, take every opportunity that is offered. Go out and network with the other cast members and learn all that you can during your program.

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Quick Service/Food & Beverage Intern

January - August 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

The Disney College Program was the best decision I have ever made. This was my first time ever applying for the program and I knew how competitive it was and how difficult it was to get accepted, and I thank my lucky stars every single day that I was able to get accepted on my first and only try. A lot of my friends, and people that I have spoken to have applied 3-5 times, which I think is incredible. When I got assigned the role of Quick Service, people said I was just working in a “glorified Mcdonalds,” which made me feel sort of discouraged. Although it kind of feels like that at first, I remembered that I am working in DISNEY, a Fortune 500 company and a business with some of THE BEST customer service in the whole world. What I absolutely loved about this program is that there were so many chances to grow. I see so many people quit or decline this role because of what they assume it to be or because it seems hard or too overwhelming or they’re just plain ole embarrassed, but I PROMISE YOU: if you keep an open mind, you will have so much fun. I know more people who absolutely loved this role than people who didn’t. Quick service definitely has its difficult moments and in the beginning, you will feel overwhelmed and flustered and may want to quit, but everyone truly is there to help you and you will get the hang of everything and quickly find your groove. You will meet a lot of people, and there’s a good chance you’ll work with a lot of fellow CPs which is awesome because that’s like giving you automatic friends. Im still in awe of the chance I was given and I would push anyone to consider the Disney College Program. No matter what I decide to do in life, the Disney College Program gave me amazing skills that I can utilize anywhere. It’s not easy, and I will stress that more than I can possibly make you understand.

What I wish was different

Being able to change roles throughout the program. I think this would allow you to better understand the hospitality industry and what Disney as a whole has to offer.