Disney Consumer Products 3D Modeler Intern, Spring 2027
About The Position
Disney Consumer Products (DCP) develops products inspired by Disney’s stories, franchises, and characters, including properties from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, 20th Century Studios, National Geographic, and Star Wars. The 3D Modeler Intern creates character artwork for three-dimensional product applications and works on projects of varying complexity as part of a collaborative team, under general supervision and while maintaining high-quality standards. This is a six-month, full-time internship in the Orlando, Florida area, approximately January through June 2027. The intern develops 3D character models for consumer products, prepares files for manufacturing, archives project files according to team standards, and operates and maintains 3D printers for prototyping and manufacturing outputs. The role also contributes ideas and brainstorming and helps maintain high character-art standards.
Requirements
- Demonstrate high-quality 3D modeling skills in ZBrush.
- Have strong creative digital literacy in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Understand the principles of cartooning and cartoon animation.
- Have baseline knowledge of Character Art.
- Have previous exposure to multiple mediums, including sculpting, painting, and traditional or digital drawing.
- Demonstrate strong concepting skills.
- Have a passion for Disney characters and storytelling and how they translate to products.
- Be a fresh and inventive creative problem solver.
- Understand and be aware of marketplace trends.
- Be able to present creative concepts in formal and informal settings.
- Submit a portfolio demonstrating the ability to translate 2D concepts into 3D; include the portfolio link on the résumé.
- Be enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree and taking at least one class at the time of application, or currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
- Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program.
- Be at least 18 years old and possess unrestricted work authorization.
- Be fully available Monday through Friday for 40 hours per week for the internship duration.
- Provide own housing for the program duration in the Orlando, Florida area and have or provide reliable transportation to and from work.
- Be 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 of study preferred.
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 standards established by the 3D Team.
- Operate and maintain 3D printers for rapid prototyping and high-resolution 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
