The Walt Disney Company · 12 hours ago
Plant Science Internship - Summer/Fall 2026
Lake Buena Vista, FL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20.60/hr - $20.60/hr
Start in 2026 SummerThe Walt Disney Company is known for its magical experiences and is seeking a Plant Science Intern to join their Agricultural Sciences team. This internship will provide hands-on experience in greenhouse operations, focusing on sustainable agriculture and plant care.
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Responsibilities
Maintain a high-quality greenhouse show of over 150 hydroponically-grown food crops from all over the globe
Promote the message of sustainable agriculture for Disney Guests through participating in area operations such as insect rearing, biotechnology, hydroponic growing systems and crop research
Participate in trainings, classes and meetings to contribute to the innovation and success of the Living with the Land greenhouse operation and to further individual expertise in the field of agriculture
Propagate, transplant, irrigate, prune and harvest a wide variety of plants
Provide show-quality maintenance and general cleanup: washing, raking, and sweeping greenhouse areas
Qualification
Required
Interest in working with food crops in greenhouses
A valid U.S. Driver's License
Heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs
Can operate a company vehicle under inclement weather, including minimal lighting
Can work in hot, humid greenhouses
Be fully available through your offered departure date
Must adhere to all Disney Look guidelines
Currently enrolled and taking classes at an accredited US college, university, or higher education program OR have graduated from an accredited US college, university, or higher education program within 24 months of the application posting date
Must have completed at least one semester at an accredited US college, university, or higher education program by time of program arrival
Meet any individual school requirements (GPA, grade level, etc.), if applicable
Be at least 18 years of age at time of application
Former Disney Program participants must wait four (4) months after their last departure before applying
Candidates who receive an offer will be required to pay the Program Participation Fee & Housing Fee within days of their program offer date
Applicable background or degree in Plant Science, Horticulture, Food Crops, Biology, or related major
Minimum grade point average of 2.0
Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Plant Science or related field
Associate's Degree or higher
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
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Leadership Team
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Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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