Disney Live Entertainment Technical Direction Intern, Summer/Fall 2026 jobs in United States
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Walt Disney Imagineering · 11 hours ago

Disney Live Entertainment Technical Direction Intern, Summer/Fall 2026

Walt Disney Imagineering is a leader in creating immersive entertainment experiences. They are seeking a Technical Direction Intern to support the integration of design fields for live shows, ensuring Disney's high standards in technical production processes.

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Responsibilities

Supporting the Technical Director in the technical production process, including producing documentation, technical intent, and drawing packages
Surveying on-site locations for appropriate technical integration
Working with cross-functional teams including designers, safety teams, engineers, and facility teams
Assisting with updates to technical documentation packages including scope of work, deliverables matrix, etc
Aiding with design and technical research
Creating and maintaining sustainment documentation

Qualification

Performing arts understandingExcel proficiencyPowerPoint proficiencyWord proficiencyAutoCAD knowledgeVectorworks knowledgeRevit knowledgeEngineering knowledgeArchitecture knowledgeConstruction Management knowledgeFabrication skillsDesign experienceTechnical roles experienceProject Management experienceTask prioritizationCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
A confirmed understanding of the performing arts industry with practical experience in Theatre and/or live events
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment meeting key touch points
Strong leadership and zeal for team collaboration
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and confidential information
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Working knowledge of drafting programs such as AutoCAD, Vectorworks, and Revit
Currently enrolled as a junior, senior, or graduate student (MFA), earning a degree in a technical design-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
Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work
Must be fully available for the duration of the internship

Preferred

Knowledge of Engineering, Architecture and Design, and Construction Management
Fabrication skills
Experience in Project Management
Experience in Design or Technical roles in a theatrical or live event setting

Benefits

Medical
Financial
Other benefits

Company

Walt Disney Imagineering

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Walt Disney Imagineering is the design and development arm of The Walt Disney Company.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Kyle Laughlin
Senior Vice President, R&D Technology and Engineering
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