Job Posting Title:
Park Yield Optimization Intern, Spring 2027Req ID:
10158534Job Description:
At Walt Disney World, we create magic every day, and as an intern on the Park Yield Optimization team, you will play a role in the development and execution of yield management strategies for our four Walt Disney World theme parks. As part of the Revenue Planning & Optimization organization, our mission is to drive efficient, predictable results through innovative yield strategies. We work directly with key decision-makers who help shape the Walt Disney World Guest experience.
Candidates should have a natural curiosity to understand the "why" behind business performance, take a proactive role in problem-solving, be results oriented, able to prioritize, and be a standout colleague in a collaborative environment.
This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Orlando, FL area from January 2027 through June 2027.
As a Park Yield Optimization Intern, you will be part of an analytically driven and operationally engaged team that helps bring remarkable experiences, unparalleled services, and innovative products to life across our Theme Park Admissions and In-Park Events & Activations team!
Perform strategic analysis of in-park events to drive profitability while balancing experience priorities
Support inventory management strategy for hard-ticket events
Translate business questions into actionable plans for analysis including demonstrating conceptual, statistical, and financial techniques
Leverage and improve upon data visualizations to enable timely and meaningful decisions
Articulate clear, accurate insights and value propositions of proposed solutions to business opportunities
Build strong presentations that show context to analysis and link to actionable recommendations
Learn from and collaborate with other dedicated analytical professionals
Ability to query data with SQL
Strong familiarity with Microsoft Excel
Experience creating data visualizations using Tableau, PowerBI, or similar
Attention to detail
Natural curiosity and problem-solving skills
Responsibility and independence; pride in delivery quality results
Proven experience with a programming language (Python, R, etc.)
Familiarity with business or programming applications of AI, beyond LLMs
Junior or Senior year preferred
Major or previous coursework in Data Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Economics, Finance, Hospitality Management, or related major
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application 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
This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Orlando, FL area from January 2027 through June 2027.
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
Fully available Monday through Friday for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Orlando, FL area
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
Limited housing opportunities may be available for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here.
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Job Posting Segment:
Commercial StrategyJob Posting Primary Business:
Revenue Planning (WDW)Primary Job Posting Category:
Data Science and Analytics InternEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Lake Buena Vista, FL, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-08-28Skills Required
- Ability to query data using SQL
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Excel
- Experience creating data visualizations using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools
- Attention to detail
- Curiosity and problem-solving skills
- Responsibility, independence, and commitment to delivering quality results
- Proven experience with a programming language such as Python or R
- Familiarity with business or programming applications of AI beyond LLMs
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university, with at least one class taken at the time of application, or current participation in a Disney program
- At least 18 years of age
- Unrestricted work authorization
- Junior or senior year standing preferred
- Major or coursework in Data Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Economics, Finance, Hospitality Management, or a related field
- Full-time availability Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, from January through June 2027
- Reliable work schedule throughout the internship
- Ability to provide housing in the Orlando area
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Compliance with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
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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