Job Posting Title:
Decision Science Graduate Associate, Spring 2027Req ID:
10161248Job Description:
About the Role & ProgramThe Disney Decision Science and Integration (DDSI) team supports clients across The Walt Disney Company, including Disney Experiences (Theme Parks and Resorts, Disney Cruise Line and Disney Consumer Products,) Disney Entertainment (Media Networks, Studios, Streaming, and Theatrical) and ESPN in the core competencies of yield management, revenue planning, forecasting, pricing, and optimization. Key partners to the DDSI organization include marketing, finance, business development, research, and operations. Roles within DDSI develop, analyze, and implement strategies to enhance profitability and improve the value proposition for our Guests, Cast Members, and Shareholders.
As part of DDSI, the Decision Science team builds innovative scientific models and data-driven decision support tools that are used by business units across The Walt Disney Company to make better business decisions. From establishing appropriate science methodologies to implementing continuous innovation, the Decision Science team is instrumental in determining the success of our entire global enterprise!
What You Will Do
Graduate Associates make an impact by crafting innovative mathematical models to advise data-driven decision-making across many lines of business. As a Graduate Associate, you will help in this process by:
- Modeling and analyzing revenue management, pricing, marketing, and other business analytics applications using various mathematical, statistical, and simulation techniques
- Supporting the analysis and validation of forecasting and optimization models
- Performing data collection, data cleaning, data validation, and reporting tasks for various business analytics systems and applications
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Strategic problem-solving & analytical skills
- Proficiency in one or several of the following areas: forecasting, machine learning algorithms, deep learning, natural language processing, Bayesian statistics, discrete event simulation, mathematical optimization methods (e.g., linear/integer/nonlinear/dynamic programming)
- Experience with statistical modeling software (e.g. R, Python, SAS) or experience with mathematical programming software (e.g. CPLEX, Gurobi, Xpress, Google OR, COIN-OR, SAS/OR)
- Proficient in at least one of the following programming languages: R, Python, SAS, Java, Julia, C++, MATLAB
- Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
- Competence and willingness to learn new science, software applications, and tools
- Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data and reporting on the results
- Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Familiarity with SQL or Tableau
- Experience developing algorithms for large-scale optimization problems
- Prior research or industrial experience in revenue management, pricing, and/or supply chain applications
Education
Currently enrolled as a Graduate level student pursuing a graduate degree in Statistics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Math, Economics, or a related field
Eligibility Requirements & Program InformationCandidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below:- Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
- Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information
- The approximate dates of this position are January through June 2027
- Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
- Fully available from Monday-Friday for the duration of the position, 40 hours per week
Florida Housing
We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida-based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here.
The pay rate for this internship in Florida is $47 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
Job Posting Segment:
Enterprise Technology and DataJob Posting Primary Business:
Decision Science & IntegrationPrimary Job Posting Category:
Technology InternEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Lake Buena Vista, FL, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-09-21Skills Required
- Currently enrolled as a graduate-level student pursuing a degree in Statistics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field
- Strategic problem-solving and analytical skills
- Proficiency in forecasting, machine learning algorithms, deep learning, natural language processing, Bayesian statistics, discrete event simulation, or mathematical optimization methods
- Experience with statistical modeling software such as R, Python, or SAS, or mathematical programming software such as CPLEX, Gurobi, Xpress, Google OR, COIN-OR, or SAS/OR
- Proficiency in at least one of R, Python, SAS, Java, Julia, C++, or MATLAB
- Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
- Competence and willingness to learn new science, software applications, and tools
- Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data and reporting results
- Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Familiarity with SQL or Tableau
- Experience developing algorithms for large-scale optimization problems
- Prior research or industrial experience in revenue management, pricing, or supply chain applications
- Meet enrollment or current Disney program participation eligibility requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Unrestricted work authorization
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Full availability Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, for the duration of the position
The Walt Disney Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Walt Disney Company and has not been reviewed or approved by The Walt Disney Company.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recent union agreements raised wage floors for large groups of park cast members—e.g., Disneyland’s $24/hour minimum rising to $26 over the contract and Walt Disney World’s path from $18 toward about $20–$20.50 by 2026—signaling upward movement in hourly pay. These steps are described as meaningful improvements for many frontline roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials outline medical, dental, and vision coverage for many full‑time roles, wellness resources, and (in Central Florida) access to Centers for Living Well clinics and pharmacy. References to mental‑health support and paid time off reinforce a strong core health offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Complimentary theme‑park admission and discounts on hotels, dining, merchandise, and recreation are positioned as signature perks. Education support through Disney Aspire adds notable lifestyle value for eligible hourly employees.
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What We Do
The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that operates through segments including entertainment, sports, and experiences.
