The Walt Disney Company · 1 day ago
Disney Live Entertainment Tech Intern Summer, 2026
Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$21.14/hr - $21.14/hr
Start in 2026 SummerThe Walt Disney Company is a leader in innovative storytelling and entertainment experiences. The Entertainment Tech Intern will support the technical operations for various Disney venues, assisting with equipment staging, safety checks, and the operation of audio/video/lighting equipment during performances.
Amusement Park and ArcadeAnimationConsumer GoodsDigital MediaE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentMulti-level MarketingPerforming ArtsResorts
No H1B
Responsibilities
Participate in equipment staging for all Walt Disney World theme parks, water parks, Disney Springs, and ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
Support the Parks’ technical daily operation, atmosphere shows, parades, props logistics, and special events
Assist Stage Technicians and perform the detailed operation of audio/video/lighting equipment, adhering to stage manager cues, time code, and/or self-cued events
Assist with safety checks before, during, and after performances to ensure safe performance
Qualification
Required
Ability to adapt to this physically taxing role in an active environment that encompasses frequent lifting, climbing, squatting, and standing for long periods of time, and the ability to work, inclement or extreme weather conditions
Entertainment technicians work within a live-show theatrical environment (environments such as radio, television, or film do not meet the qualifications)
Validated understanding of theatrical terminology, documentation, and show-related equipment, including exposure to tech staging assist, props, and/or puppetry with an understanding of electrical circuitry
Strong oral/written communication with leadership experience, excellent interpersonal and partnership skills
Currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior, or Graduate student earning a degree in Theater, Technical Theater, Technical Production, or related field
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, taking at least one class at the 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
Possess a valid US driver's license and have the ability to operate a company vehicle
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program
Fully available Sunday through Saturday, for the duration of the internship, 40 + hours per week
Preferred
Technical experience in live entertainment in at least one of the following fields: Digital Audio and Sound Reinforcement
Technical experience in live entertainment in at least one of the following fields: Lighting with Conventional and Moving Light Operation
Technical experience in live entertainment in at least one of the following fields: Rigging
Technical experience in live entertainment in at least one of the following fields: Video Engineering and Projection Mapping
Technical experience in live entertainment in at least one of the following fields: Show Control/Automation
Technical experience in live entertainment in at least one of the following fields: Advanced System Networking
Benefits
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Financial
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Company
The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
Founded in 1923
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11BKey Investors
Citibank
2020-04-13Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2020-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $6B
1978-01-06IPO
Leadership Team
Christine M. McCarthy
Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Jamie Power
SVP, Addressable Sales
Recent News
2026-01-20
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