The Walt Disney Company · 3 hours ago
Disney Live Entertainment Industrial Design Intern, Summer/Fall 2026
Kissimmee, FL, USA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$18.75/hr - $18.75/hr
Start in 2026 SummerThe Walt Disney Company is renowned for creating and delivering remarkable entertainment experiences. The Disney Live Entertainment Industrial Design Intern will collaborate with various teams to build production-ready digital assets and technical drawings to bring characters to life across all Disney Parks, Resorts, and Cruise Ships.
Amusement Park and ArcadeAnimationConsumer GoodsDigital MediaE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentMulti-level MarketingPerforming ArtsResorts
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Digital Sculptors, Materials Teams, and production partners/vendors to inform production capabilities and limitations
Consider the potential cost impact of design, production, and technology choices
Build production-ready digital assets, technical drawings, and specs of varied products
Qualification
Required
Ability to proficiently build/communicate design concepts through 3D design software while showcasing innovative and creative design solutions, with a strong emphasis on complex CAD surface modeling and design
Ability to process ideas through physical prototyping/mockup creation with strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and product development methodologies
Effective understanding of the detailed relationship between aesthetics/function and ergonomics, human factors, and user experience
A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applications without a portfolio link on the résumé 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
Must submit your best 10 pieces of artwork
Currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior, or Graduate student level with a degree in: Industrial Design, Product Design, Toy Design, Themed Entertainment Design, Animatronics, or Mechanical Engineering
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
Proficiency in 3D CAD Software. (e.g. Solidworks, Autodesk Fusion360, Rhino)
Recognizable passion for 3D Printing, model making, Toy Design, 3D scanning, Costume Design, prop making, etc
Experience with digital sculpting tools (e.g. Zbrush, Blender, Maya)
Collaborative problem solver with the ability to communicate/work with cross-functional teams
Benefits
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.
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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