WDI Facilities Operations Intern, Spring 2025

Job Posting Title:

WDI Facilities Operations Intern, Spring 2025

Req ID:

10098131

Job Description:

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, we 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 2025 to May/June 2025.

What You Will Do

We are looking for an intern for the Facilities and Operations team which is responsible for the management of all “in-house” logistics, facilities support and operations for California Imagineering campuses. The scope of the team encompasses all space planning, design and integration of project-specific workspaces, facility construction, IT and telecom support and addressing the evolving needs of a world-class design company. As an intern on the team you will have the opportunity to:

• Assist with project oversight from conceptual design through construction of one to two facilities projects
• Act as a representative of the Facilities and Operations Division of the project team
• Develop program documentation (writing and defining scope, estimates, and schedules)
• Communicate and coordinate workflow between owner/operator/contractor for Walt Disney Imagineering
• Assist in problem solving and conflict resolution on projects while elevating appropriate issues to a leader
• Assist with providing administrative direction to maintain project costs within budget
• Ensure conformance to all divisional standards and procedures
• Plan and coordinate smaller scale office modifications and tenant improvement

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Design or facilities experience including review and interpretation of working drawings, specifications and other construction documents
• Ability to problem solve issues to resolution
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with AutoCAD

Education

Currently enrolled as a junior or higher, or graduated within the past 6 months, from an accredited college/university, earning a degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Interior 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 taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
• Possess unrestricted work authorization
• Provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Glendale, CA area
• Have reliable transportation to/from work

Additional Information

• This internship is located in Glendale, CA
• The approximate dates of this internship are January 2025 through May/June 2025

The pay rate for this role in California is $30.00 per hour for undergraduate student and $35.00 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

Job Posting Segment:

Walt Disney Imagineering

Job Posting Primary Business:

WDI Business Ops, Design & Delivery-(DNU)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Building, Construction and Facilities Intern, Engineering Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2024-08-26