Job Posting Title:
Walt Disney World Strategic Sourcing Intern, Spring 2027Req ID:
10158738Job Description:
About the Role & Program:
"We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen! As a Strategic Sourcing intern, you will have the unique opportunity to assist with a variety of projects within our Strategic Sourcing department.
The approximate dates of this internship are January to June 2027.
Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship.
This Internship is in Central Florida.
What will you do:
Perform data analysis to find opportunities for cost reduction and value creation (improved quality, cost, service and compliance) and facilitate supplier presentations.
Perform liaison work between Strategic Sourcing and key clients, ensuring efficient supply chain methods
Provide support for sourcing projects, including data analysis and supplier interface
Develop and implement eRFIs/eRFQs/eRFPs/eAuctions
Perform external market assessment and opportunity analysis and participate in Supplier negotiations
Develop and handle partner and supplier relationships and contract implementations
Develop and implement sourcing strategies in alignment with business initiatives and priorities.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Ability to take ownership and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision
Professional demeanor, focused, articulate and well organized
Interns in this department may assist with any of the following teams: Design and Construction, Facility & Operations Services, Fixtures, Furnishing & Equipment, Food and Beverage, Cruise Line, Marketing & Graphics, Professional Services, Walt Disney Imagineering and Supplier Diversity.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
It would be great if you have/are familiar with:
Supply Chain Management industry
Previous theme park work experience
Education:
Currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior or Graduate student at an accredited college/university, earning a Bachelor's or Master's degree in in engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Logistics, Economics, Finance or related.
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, EST for the duration of the internship,40 hours each week
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
• We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here.
Job Posting Segment:
Worldwide Safety, Health, Engineer & SourcingJob Posting Primary Business:
Strategic SourcingPrimary Job Posting Category:
Business Strategy and Development InternEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Lake Buena Vista, FL, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-08-24Skills 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 engineering, business administration, supply chain logistics, economics, finance, or a related field
- Minimum 3.0 GPA, without rounding
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to take ownership and complete projects with minimal supervision
- Professional, focused, articulate, and well organized
- At least 18 years of age
- Possess unrestricted work authorization
- Fully available Monday through Friday for 40 hours per week throughout the January to June 2027 internship
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Comply with Disney Look appearance guidelines
- Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program
- Familiarity with the supply chain management industry
- Previous theme park work experience
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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