WDI Production Design Intern, Summer 2025

About the Role & Program

Be a part of an innovative team and culture…

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 disciplines 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.

A Production Designer Intern assists the project team to ensure that the content and integrity of the concept is maintained throughout the design, production and installation process. This role requires an in-depth understanding of the creative intent and the materials, systems and fabrication methods needed to achieve it. As a representative of the creative team, the Production Design Intern coordinates with all divisions of work to achieve their vision. The intern will report to Manager, Production Design.

The approximate date of this internship is May/June 2025 to August/September 2025 and will be located in Glendale, CA.

What You Will Do

• Confirm design interface with Creative, A&E and D&P teams
• Partner with dimensional design team in model efforts
• Develop design intent documents under Show Set/Production Design Lead
• Confirm scope details in preparation for reviews of show design documents
• Support mock-up and staging efforts
• Research materials, products and vendors
• Provide day to day support to production and installation crews
• Develop digital skills to support the project team
• Participate in peer review sessions and show set vendor fabrication supervision.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in design, i.e. theater, architectural, interior, exhibit, industrial or theme park.
• Ability to read construction drawings and navigate a 3D model
• Revit/Rhino/Adobe Creative Suite experience. Experience with other design software will be considered.
• Hands-on experience with fabrication techniques is a plus. These may include some of the following: miniature model making skills, carpentry, scenic painting, sculpting, molding, fiberglass, welding, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively in an integrated design team with multiple subject areas
• Work is first shift but will require second and third shift periodically.
• *Valid Driver’s License required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Rhino

Education

• Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university, earning a degree majoring in theatrical set design, production design, architecture, interior or environmental design or related 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

The pay rate for this role in California 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. 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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