Walt Disney Imagineering · 9 hours ago
Disney Live Entertainment CAD Design Intern, Summer/Fall 2026
Anaheim, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20.42/hr - $20.42/hr
Start in 2026 SummerWalt Disney Imagineering is a leader in creating and producing remarkable entertainment experiences across Disney properties. The CAD Design Intern will assist in the creation and modification of CAD drawings and 3D models to support live show offerings, while ensuring adherence to Disney's high standards of creativity and technical excellence.
Web DesignWeb Development
No H1B
Responsibilities
Building the assets and drawings for the standards
Create CAD blocks and building template files, a CAD library of CAD drawings and materials
Assisting in creating custom tool palettes of the standard CAD blocks
Creating template files that have CAD standards settings, such as layers, fonts, leader styles, etc., already built into them
Assist in creating 3D scans of areas in Disneyland Resort that are requested for projects, learning how to use a 3D scanner
Find drawings that are requested for projects using our online documentation database
Project drawing initial setup
Assist in creating location plan drawings for projects by adding standard CAD blocks for various types of devices (speakers, projectors, data boxes, etc.)
Assisting in creating the base template drawings with all settings built in for projects (layers, title block, fonts, etc.)
Demonstrating knowledge of basic design, including 2D digital drawings as well as 3D modeling
Contributing within the field of information gathering via laser scanning, digital photographs, and physical measurements
Contributing to the advancement of Previsualization as part of the design workflow
Facilitating a design from an art concept through a bid package as part of a collaborative design process
Participating in appropriate Disney Live Entertainment seminars and meetings
Coordinating conference room logistics for project/creative reviews and shows
Qualification
Required
Basic Experience & knowledge in creating and designing custom AutoCAD blocks & drawings (layers, fonts, leader styles, and annotative scaling)
Computer proficiency within a Windows environment, such as MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Familiarity with BIM Concepts and processes
Experience with Cloud Shared models with Autodesk Revit
Familiarity in 3D modeling (Revit, Sketchup, AutoCAD, Rhino)
Experience in reading and generating ground plans, sections, and elevations
Knowledge of the Entertainment industry, and having a creative background
Gaining trust through motivation and communication, and managing conflicting priorities
Experience with Unreal Engine and developing VR Experiences
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below:
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
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program
Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
Fully available to work full-time hours (approximately 40 per week) and have a consistent, reliable work schedule for the duration of the internship
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
Possess a valid US driver's license and be able to operate a company vehicle
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in California
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
Preferred
Junior, Senior, or Grad student preferred
Major or previous coursework in Theatrical Design (Facility or Show), Themed Entertainment, or related major preferred
Benefits
Medical
Financial
Other benefits
Company
Walt Disney Imagineering
Walt Disney Imagineering is the design and development arm of The Walt Disney Company.
Founded in 1952
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kyle Laughlin
Senior Vice President, R&D Technology and Engineering
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