Job Posting Title:
Product & Franchise Strategy Intern, Spring 2027Req ID:
10159569Job Description:
About the Role & Program
At Walt Disney World we create happiness, and as a Product and Franchise Strategy Intern you would be part of the development and execution of product commercial strategies and initiatives inspiring millions of Guests to experience our Parks and Resorts! The selected candidate will assist the team with developing long term product plans and strategic initiatives delivering business, cast, and guest growth goals leveraging business analytics, as well as consumer and industry insights and trends.
The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, inquisitive, confident, self-directed, and comfortable working with and communicating to leaders at all levels in the organization.
By applying to this role, you may be considered for an internship in one of the following departments: Product Strategy and Planning or Franchise and Product Strategy
This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Orlando, FL area from January 2027 – June 2027.
What You Will Do
It’s our mission to deliver commercial product strategies rooted in consumer and business analytics and insights increasing long-term profitability and guest experience. As an intern, you’ll play a role in helping bring these product strategies to market!
Interpret data and visualize results in support of developing business cases
Coordinate with partner teams to build clear insights that address business questions
Translate business questions/problems into actionable plans for analysis
Accurately articulate value propositions around solutions
Build strong presentations that show context to the analysis and link to actionable recommendations
Helping to extract, analyze, and visualize data sets
Required Qualifications & Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Excel
Experience collecting and analyzing data, and effectively presenting findings through data-driven storytelling in PowerPoint presentation
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with creative problem solving and analytical skills
Strong oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
Strong sense of responsibility, independence, ownership, and pride in delivering quality results, and understanding the business impacts
Curious about pursuing a strategic career path
Preferred Qualifications
Previous travel and/or hospitality or related experience in a strategic role
Knowledge of Disney IP, Parks, Resorts, Experiences and Products
Education
Senior year preferred
Major or previous coursework in Economics, Finance, Marketing, Statistics, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, or other related quantitative fields
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
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 the time of application 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
Program Length: The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 – June 2027
Ability to work full time hours (approximately 40 per week) for the duration of the internship and have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to/from work
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Orlando, Florida area
Florida Housing: Limited housing opportunities may be available for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here
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The pay rate for this role in Orlando, Florida is $23.00 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:
Commercial StrategyJob Posting Primary Business:
Product and Franchise Strategy (WDW)Primary Job Posting Category:
Business Strategy and Development Intern, Engineering Intern, Finance and Accounting Intern, Marketing and Digital Media Intern, Project Management Intern, Research and Development 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
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
- Experience collecting and analyzing data
- Experience presenting findings through data-driven storytelling in PowerPoint
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Creative problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Responsibility, independence, ownership, and commitment to quality results
- Interest in pursuing a strategic career path
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university, taking at least one class at application, or current participation in a Disney College Program or Internship
- At least 18 years of age
- Unrestricted work authorization
- No more than one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or College Program
- Senior year standing
- Previous travel, hospitality, or related strategic experience
- Knowledge of Disney intellectual property, Parks, Resorts, Experiences, and Products
- Coursework or major in Economics, Finance, Marketing, Statistics, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, or a related quantitative field
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Ability to provide housing in the Orlando area for the internship
- Ability to work approximately 40 hours per week for the full six-month internship
- Compliance with 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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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.
