Job Posting Title:
Disneyland Mechanical Engineering Intern, Spring 2027Req ID:
10158421Job Description:
About the Role & Program:
Within the Disneyland Resort, the Global Engineering & Technology (GE&T) Division program is specially crafted to develop you professionally, increase your practical knowledge in your area of technical expertise, while also completing valuable work for the Resort. You will have a wide range of opportunities to assist and provide key data to GE&T Engineers on various types of projects including, but not limited to, Attractions, Maintenance, Show and Entertainment. It may even serve as a springboard in launching a successful career.
The approximate dates of this internship are January - June 2027.
Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship.
This internship is located in Anaheim, CA.
What You Will Do:
Drafting, onsite as-built documentation, design coordination with outside design consultants, field data collection and testing, and recommending corrective actions (including justification).
Developing Attraction requirements and designing opportunities and condition assessments.
Must demonstrate a solid understanding of Solidworks and/or AutoCAD.
May possibly be working with Sustaining Engineering tasks including downtime response and small attraction improvement efforts.
Close-out documentation for a variety of tasks ranging in scope from minor design changes to implementing new Attractions.
Comply with all applicable company, state, and Federal legal codes, policies, and regulations.
Provide timely, clear, concise communication to management, customers, partners, and team members about work status and impact to Resort availability.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
Demonstrated/proven strong leadership, technical and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks and Matlab.
Valid US driver’s license.
Availability to work various shifts commensurate with project requirements.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
It would be great if you have/are familiar with:
Prior related work experience is desired, including co-op/intern programs with a focus on engineering materials, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, control, or design.
Previous Theme Park work experience.
Education:
Currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior or Graduate student at an accredited college/university, earning a Bachelor or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering.
GPA of 3.0 or higher (no rounding)
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:
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:
• Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• Fully available Monday thru Friday, PST for the duration of the internship,40 hours each week
• Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Anaheim, CA area
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
Job Posting Segment:
Worldwide Safety, Health, Engineer & SourcingJob Posting Primary Business:
Global Engineering & Technology (WSHES)Primary Job Posting Category:
Engineering InternEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Anaheim, CA, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-08-24Skills Required
- Currently enrolled as a junior, senior, or graduate student at an accredited college or university
- Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering
- Minimum GPA of 3.0, without rounding
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and MATLAB
- Valid United States driver's license
- Unrestricted work authorization
- At least 18 years of age
- Fully available Monday through Friday, Pacific time, for 40 hours weekly throughout the January-June 2027 internship
- Ability to work various shifts based on project requirements
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Own housing in the Anaheim, California area for the internship duration
- Strong leadership, technical, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Prior related engineering work, co-op, or internship experience
- Experience with engineering materials, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, controls, or design
- Previous theme park work experience
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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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