Industrial Engineering Intern, Glendale, Summer/Fall 2026
Job Description
- Prior related work experience with a focus on problem-solving
- Fluency in Mandarin
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (please note: no rounding) as shown on a transcript
- Conduct Industrial Engineering analysis projects, particularly in long-term development projects, operational planning support, workload planning and forecasting, capacity utilization
- Ensure the appropriate methodology, measurements, tools and quantitative techniques (e.g. data collection, computer simulation, statistics, process flow analysis, etc.) are applied in projects
- Lead and participate in team efforts and work on projects which require interfacing with all levels of cast and management
- Be a professional consultant to Operations teams and design teams, maintaining high level of confidentiality during and after the internship term
- free admission to theme parks
- shopping and restaurants
- medical benefits
- financial benefits
- other benefits
About the Role & Program
Company Overview: At Disney, we‘re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through using and developing innovative technology and opening up the boundaries to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team as a Professional Intern in any of our segments that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.
Department Overview: Want to be part of a world-class organization, learning new skills that you can apply in the “real world”? How about free admission to theme parks and all the shopping and restaurants you can get your hands on? If this doesn't sound like your typical Industrial Engineering position, that’s because it’s not! Our program is designed to develop you professionally and increase your practical knowledge of the many operating areas within the Company. You will have opportunities to provide analytic and consulting support to various lines of business on development projects. It may even serve as a springboard in launching a successful career. You will have the opportunity to network and learn from other Industrial Engineers and make friendships that span the globe.
Learn more: Disney Engineering: Role Spotlight | Industrial Engineering - YouTube
What You Will Do
- Conduct Industrial Engineering analysis projects, particularly in long-term development projects, operational planning support, workload planning and forecasting, capacity utilization
- Ensure the appropriate methodology, measurements, tools and quantitative techniques (e.g. data collection, computer simulation, statistics, process flow analysis, etc.) are applied in projects
- Lead and participate in team efforts and work on projects which require interfacing with all levels of cast and management
- Be a professional consultant to Operations teams and design teams, maintaining high level of confidentiality during and after the internship term
Required Qualifications & Skills
These are the minimum qualifications you need to be considered for this position:
- Proven strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proven strong interpersonal skills
- Proven strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision making skills
- Willingness to learn new software applications
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior related work experience with a focus on problem-solving
- Fluency in Mandarin
Education
- Currently enrolled at an accredited 4-year College or University studying Industrial Engineering or related major
Preferred Education
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (please note: no rounding) as shown on a transcript
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Internship Eligibility:
- 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 Disney College Program
Additional Information
- Able to have consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
- Fully available to work full-time (40 hours per week) from May - December 2026
- Fully available Monday - Friday and occasional evenings and/or weekends depending on project needs
- Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Glendale, CA area
- Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
Location of position: Glendale, CA
- Position will be located in Glendale, CA (Walt Disney Imagineering Campus).
- It is the intern’s responsibility to make housing and transportation arrangements for the duration of the internship.
Program Length: The approximate dates of this internship are May - December 2026. Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship.
The pay rate for this role in CA is $30 per hour. 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.
