Conservation Education Operations Intern

About the Role & Program:

Make an impact in the field of Conservation Education by supporting a frontline team at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park or Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge! Work side-by-side with our Education Coordinators to build meaningful Guest experiences focused on conservation and culture.

The approximate dates of this internship are June 2025 - January 2026.

What You Will Do:

On a typical day in this internship, you will…

• Mentor a team of Education Presenter interns and International Cultural Representatives.
• Support onstage operations through active communication, problem-solving and a proven understanding of interpretive techniques.
• Get results by coordinating and implementing a variety of projects striven to sustain and improve the existing Guest experience.
• Interact with Guests through Magical Moments, formal presentations and one-on-one interactions!

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven passion for wildlife conservation and conservation education.
• Prior experience engaging with the public in a learning setting (i.e. zoo, aquarium, museum, science center or classroom).
• 3 months of formal or informal leadership experience.
• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• MUST have participated in an Animals, Science and Environment Professional Internship OR Walt Disney World College Program prior to applying.
• A valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Candidate must be willing and able to operate a company vehicle under inclement weather, including minimal lighting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
• Experience working with a multi-cultural team or in an international setting.
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Formal facilitation experience.
• Ability to speak more than one language.

Education:

• Junior or Senior year preferred
• Major or previous coursework in Life or Environmental Sciences, Biology, Zoology, Education, Recreation, Communications 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 OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship. 
• Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants:  You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.  
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization
• Be compliant with appearance guidelines
• Be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• Fully available for the duration of the internship (approximately 40 hours each week)
• Have reliable transportation to/from work

Additional Information:

• We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information 

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