About the Role & Program

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 teams that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, we 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 Anaheim, CA OR Orlando, FL.

What You Will Do

We are looking for a Show Lighting Design intern who has a true passion for lighting. As an intern on the team, you will work with the team that researches, designs, develops, installs, tests and adjusts, and/or documents new projects. These projects apply architectural and theatrical lighting techniques supporting the creative vision for attractions, restaurants, merchandise areas and/or area development in our WDW Orlando based theme park and resort areas! Other tasks may include inventory control for equipment and supplies. Specific responsibilities and shifts may vary day to day based on each project's needs and availability of the workplace. You will have the opportunity to...

• Develop, under supervision, designs of show lighting
• Prepare, under supervision, basic lighting design and field implementation
• Troubleshoot and install existing lighting in a construction environment
• Provide general support to Lighting Designers

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Hands on experience with theatrical or architectural lighting
• Experience with AutoCAD & Revit
• Computer literacy with MS Office products
• Ability to work as a member of a technical team
• Valid Driver's License required

Education

• Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university earning a degree majoring in a Theatrical or Architectural Lighting program, or related 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 Anaheim, CA
• Limited housing opportunities may be available for Florida-Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here

The pay rate for this role in Anaheim, CA OR Orlando, FL is $26.50 per hour for undergraduate students and $27.50 per hour for graduate level students. 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