Disney Consumer Products 3D Modeler Intern, Spring 2027
About The Position
Disney Consumer Products is seeking a 3D Modeler Intern to create character artwork for three-dimensional consumer product applications. The intern will contribute to projects of varying complexity as part of a collaborative team, working under general supervision and maintaining high-quality character art standards while meeting expectations under pressure. The internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Orlando, Florida area, approximately January through June 2027. The intern will develop 3D character models for consumer products across multiple properties and product types; prepare computer files for manufacturing according to client and vendor specifications; archive project files to 3D Team standards; and operate and maintain 3D printers for rapid prototyping and high-resolution manufacturing outputs. The role also contributes to product ideation and brainstorming. Applicants should demonstrate high-quality ZBrush modeling, creative digital literacy in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, an understanding of cartooning and cartoon animation, foundational character-art knowledge, and strong concepting skills. A portfolio that shows the ability to translate 2D concepts into 3D is required, and applicants should include its link on their résumé. The role is intended for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animation, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or a related art field; junior or senior standing is preferred. The intern must meet Disney internship eligibility requirements, be available Monday through Friday for 40 hours each week, arrange housing in the Orlando area, and have reliable transportation to and from work.
Requirements
- Demonstrated high-quality 3D modeling skills in ZBrush.
- Strong creative digital literacy in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Understanding of cartooning and cartoon animation principles.
- Baseline knowledge of character art.
- Previous exposure to multiple mediums, including sculpting, painting, and traditional or digital drawing.
- Strong concepting skills.
- Passion for Disney characters and storytelling, and how they translate to products.
- Fresh, inventive creative problem-solving ability.
- Understanding and awareness of marketplace trends.
- Ability to present creative concepts in formal and informal settings.
- Portfolio demonstrating the ability to translate 2D concepts to 3D; a portfolio review is required, and the portfolio link should be included on the résumé.
- Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree, taking at least one class at the time of application, or currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
- Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Unrestricted work authorization.
- Fully available Monday through Friday for 40 hours each week for the duration of the internship.
- Able to provide own housing in the Orlando, Florida area for the duration of the program.
- Able to provide or have reliable transportation to and from work.
- Aligned with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.
Nice To Haves
- Skill in Cinema 4D.
- Proficiency in hard surface modeling in Maya, SolidWorks, or Rhino3D.
- Junior or senior year standing is preferred.
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animation, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or a related art field.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3D character models for consumer products across multiple properties and product types.
- Prepare computer files accurately for manufacturing processes in accordance with client and vendor specifications.
- Archive project files according to the standards established by the 3D Team.
- Operate and maintain 3D printers for rapid prototyping and high-resolution 3D outputs for manufacturing.
- Contribute to new product ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions.
- Maintain high character art standards.
Benefits
- Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits.
- Limited housing opportunities for Florida-based Disney Interns are provided through American Campus Communities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
