Disney Live Entertainment Technical Direction Intern, Summer/Fall 2026
About The Position
Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over! This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers, and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust! The approximate date of this internship is June 2026 to January 2027, located in Orlando, FL. The Technical Direction Team facilitates the integration of all design fields that help to tell the stories of our live show offerings including parades, stage shows, and special events on and off the Disney property. We are looking for someone with an innovative mindset and a fervor for Disney quality and Magical creativity. We are seeking a motivated individual who will ensure that the Disney standards are reflected consistently in all design & technical materials.
Requirements
- Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
- A confirmed understanding of the performing arts industry with practical experience in Theatre and/or live events
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment meeting key touch points
- Strong leadership and zeal for team collaboration
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and confidential information
- Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Working knowledge of drafting programs such as AutoCAD, Vectorworks, and Revit
- Currently enrolled as a junior, senior, or graduate student (MFA), earning a degree in a technical design-related field
- Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, taking at least one class at the 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
- Possess a valid US driver’s license and have the ability to operate a company vehicle
- Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program
- Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
- Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
- Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work
- Must be fully available for the duration of the internship
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Engineering, Architecture and Design, and Construction Management
- Fabrication skills
- Experience in Project Management
- Experience in Design or Technical roles in a theatrical or live event setting
Responsibilities
- Supporting the Technical Director in the technical production process, including producing documentation, technical intent, and drawing packages
- Surveying on-site locations for appropriate technical integration
- Working with cross-functional teams including designers, safety teams, engineers, and facility teams
- Assisting with updates to technical documentation packages including scope of work, deliverables matrix, etc.
- Aiding with design and technical research
- Creating and maintaining sustainment documentation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
