Job Posting Title:
WDI Graphic Design Intern, Spring 2027Req ID:
10158585Job Description:
Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.
The approximate date of this internship is January to June 2027 and will be located in Orlando, FL OR Glendale, CA.
What You Will Do
We are looking for a Graphic Design intern who will work with the team that develops creative information design presentations, signage and show graphics to help sell the ideas and tell the stories throughout the Disney Parks and Resorts! As an intern on the team, you will have the opportunity to:
Build information design presentations that support various phases of a creative idea or project
Provide support to various Environmental Graphic design projects by assisting in project design development and technical documentation
Prepare Signage design information and documentation
Provide design documentation in the form of illustration, photographs, scaled images, graphics and research on assigned projects
Required Qualifications & Skills
Experience with thoughtful design, artistic skills and professional judgment in solving graphics and signage design challenges that will live in our Theme Parks, Resorts and Ships
Strong skills with design and illustration tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design, Sketch-up and MS Office Suite
Experience using Keynote
Valid Driver’s License Required.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum one year experience in Graphic Design practice, or one or more years in a professional internship is preferred
Familiarity with Information Design and presentation decks
Familiarity with Environmental Graphic design, sign construction techniques, and related areas including architecture, interior design and landscape design
Familiarity with video editing and video editing programs including After Effects and/or Premier
3D modelling experience with programs such as Rhino, Revit, Maya, ZBrush, and/or Blender
Prior Disney experience and knowledge
Membership in Society of Environmental Graphic Design
Materials Required
A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your resume. Applications without a portfolio link on the resume will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position. Please visit our support site for additional information.
Education
Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university earning a degree in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Architecture, Graphic Arts, Graphic Communications, Production Design, or related visual art field
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 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 program.
Additional Information
Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work
Must be fully available for the duration of the internship
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship in Glendale, CA
We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida-Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here
Job Posting Segment:
WDI Creative DevelopmentJob Posting Primary Business:
Architecture & Design (WDI)Primary Job Posting Category:
Creative Intern, OtherEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Lake Buena Vista, FL, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
USA - CA - 1401 Flower StDate Posted:
2026-08-24Skills Required
- Thoughtful design, artistic skills, and professional judgment solving graphics and signage design challenges
- Strong skills with Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience using Keynote
- Valid driver's license
- Currently enrolled as a junior or higher in an accredited college or university pursuing a relevant degree
- Portfolio link included on resume and successful portfolio review
- At least 18 years of age
- Unrestricted work authorization
- Availability for the full internship duration
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Minimum one year of graphic design practice or one or more years of professional internship experience
- Familiarity with information design and presentation decks
- Familiarity with environmental graphic design, sign construction techniques, architecture, interior design, or landscape design
- Familiarity with video editing and After Effects or Premiere
- 3D modeling experience with Rhino, Revit, Maya, ZBrush, or Blender
- Prior Disney experience and knowledge
- Membership in the Society of Environmental Graphic Design
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
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