Walt Disney World Industrial Engineering Intern, Summer/Fall 2027

Location: Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Remote Type: Fully On-Site

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Posting Title:

Walt Disney World Industrial Engineering Intern, Summer/Fall 2027

Req ID:

10159994

Job Description:

About the Role & Program
 

Company Overview: At Disney, we are storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through using and developing innovative technology and opening the boundaries to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team as a Professional Intern in any of our segments that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.

Department Overview: Want to be part of a world-class organization, learning new skills that you can apply in the “real world”? How about free admission to theme parks and all the shopping and restaurants you can get your hands on? If this doesn't sound like your typical Industrial Engineering position, that’s because it’s not! Our program is designed to develop you professionally and increase your practical knowledge of the many operating areas within the Company. You will have a wide range of opportunities to provide analytic and consulting support to various lines of business including Merchandise, Attractions, and Entertainment. It may even serve as a springboard in launching a successful career. You will have the opportunity to network and learn from other Industrial Engineers and make friendships that cover the globe.

Learn more: Disney Engineering: Role Spotlight | Industrial Engineering - YouTube

This internship is a full-time commitment in the Orlando, FL area from August 2027 – December 2027 OR May 2027 – December 2027 dependent on the business needs.

What You Will Do

• Conduct Industrial Engineering analysis projects, particularly in operational planning support, workload planning and forecasting, capacity utilization, and efficiency/process improvements
• Ensure the appropriate methodology, measurements, tools and quantitative techniques (e.g. data collection, computer simulation, statistics, process flow analysis, etc.) are applied in projects
• Lead and participate in team efforts and work on projects which require interfacing with all levels of cast and management

Required Qualifications & Skills

These are the minimum qualifications you need to be considered for this position:

• Proven strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proven strong interpersonal skills
• Proven strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Willingness to learn new software application
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior related work experience with a focus on problem-solving

Education

• Currently enrolled in an Industrial Engineering program with an intended graduation date on or after December 2027
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (please note: no rounding) – transcript submission is required 

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below: 

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship​
• Be at least 18 years of age​
• Possess unrestricted work authorization​
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program

Additional Information

• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• Fully available Monday – Friday and occasional evenings and/or weekends depending on project needs for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
• Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Orlando, FL area
• Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work and across Walt Disney World property for on-site projects 
• Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines while at work
• Limited housing opportunities may be available for Florida-based Disney Interns through American Campus Communities. For more information, click here.

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The pay rate for this role in Florida is $32.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

Park Ops

Job Posting Primary Business:

Operations Planning & Insights (WDW)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Engineering Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-09-02