WDI Project Coordination Intern, Spring 2027

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WDI Project Coordination Intern, Spring 2027

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10158362 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States / Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Aug. 24, 2026

Job Summary:

About the Role & Program

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of teams that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe!

The approximate dates of this internship is January to June 2027 and will be located in Orlando, FL OR Glendale, CA.

What You Will Do

As a Project Coordination Intern, you will be responsible for coordinating the quality, schedule and scope of Company projects by ensuring streamlined communication, product movement and process flow from concept design through implementation and closeout. The Project Coordinator must consistently maintain a bottom-up, broad perspective across all teams to ensure that all aspects of the work are covered and no efforts are duplicated.

Walt Disney Imagineering Project Coordination Interns may work in support of a variety of projects, including (but not limited to) the development or redesign of themed entertainment experiences, support of the Play Disney App, or the production of digital media or visual arts projects.

This is a Full-Time role. You will report to the Manager of Project Coordination, with Project Leadership Oversight and Mentorship.

You will have the opportunity to…

• Work on a self-contained and defined project
• Coordinate and integrate project information with internal and external organizations including project team, creative and design studios, operations, municipalities, vendors, and contractors
• Assist with the development and documentation of scope lists, mock-ups, and deliverables matrices across all teams
• With Project Lead, ensure integration of personnel, project schedules, and project disciplines
• Assemble and verify information needed for the development of the Project Program Book
• Compile, validate, and reconcile project documentation
• Facilitate team discussions (brainstorming and strategy development sessions) to align the scope with the budget
• Monitor the implementation of project strategies and risk mitigations
• Coordinate Test & Adjust and Quality Assurance procedures for all production-based teams
• Oversee on-site arrival of materials needed to construct, produce, install, and commission attractions
• Prepare and participate in presentations to executive management regarding project design and status using judgment and discretion to determine content
• Conduct research in support of creative development including (but not limited to) historical content, artwork, imagery, architectural reference.
• Help set priorities of the project team for meetings and communications
• Coordinate Change Management information, define problems, and formalize recommendations for decision resolution
• Have discretion to prioritize work deliverables and processes within agreed-upon plans
• Be confident in making decisions on day-to-day planning of projects
• Be the center of communication and collaboration for the Project Team
• Connect with all Divisions of Work (DOW's) within the project environment, with project partners, consultants, and vendors through conversation, presentation, and clear written correspondence
• Connect with Studio Leaders and team Leads across divisions relative to status updates of schedule progress, required design inputs, and completion of design milestones, in support of visibility and efficiency
• Facilitate relationships through interpersonal communication

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to edit video clips within a presentation
• An ability to be a highly organized self-starter
• Ability to work through conflict and guide team members with problem-solving
• Ability to give and take direction, adapt to change, establish relationships, and work in a team environment
• Capacity to think strategically and tactically about complex issues and problem-solve to resolution
• Demonstrated leadership qualities, interpersonal skills, and collaboration ability
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Keynote, Photoshop, & Illustrator
• Ability to present in front of large groups

Education

• Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher, from an accredited college/university earning a degree in in Business, Engineering, Theater, Production, Planning, Construction, Environmental Design, or other related technical or creative field

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at 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 program.

Additional Information

• Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work
• Must be fully available for the duration of the internship
• Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship in Glendale, CA
• We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida-Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here

The pay rate for this role in Glendale, CA or Orlando, FL is $26.50 per hour for undergraduate students and $27.50 per hour for graduate level students. 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. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

About Walt Disney Imagineering:

Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world's first theme park - Disneyland - Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering's unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney's legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from "blue sky" concept phase to opening day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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