WDI Show Set Design Intern, Orlando, Spring 2027

The Walt Disney Company•Lake Buena Vista, FL

20h•$27 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of an innovative team and culture… 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 disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers 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 date of this internship is January 2027 to June 2027 and will be located in Orlando, FL.

Requirements

2D and 3D computer aided design on a variety of software; specifically, Rhino & Revit
Ability to read drawing packages and interpret contract documents with a solid knowledge of Excel and MS Word
Ability to create contract documents across a variety of theming styles, using hand drawings, 3D programs (Revit and Rhino preferred). Interoperability between many other programs would be helpful
Eagerness to learn new workflows and ability to critically problem solve interoperability and coordination issues between teams
Able to follow and apply all company drafting standards, policies, and procedures
Valid Driver’s License Required
Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university earning a degree in Architecture, Theatre Design, Film Production, Scenic Design, Production Design, Interior Design, Industrial Design or Product Design.
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
Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work
Fully available for the duration of the internship
A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applications without a portfolio link on the résumé will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position.

Nice To Haves

Interoperability between many other programs would be helpful

Responsibilities

Work within the department that turns concepts for immersive Disney environments into reality by collaborating with project teams and designing, coordinating, and communicating the details which maintain the creative intent of a show for bidding, construction, production, and installation purposes.
Create documents including drawings and digital models that express the design intent and coordinate all show disciplines within the boundaries of the architecture.
Support the design intent in vendor shops and through installation in the field.
Coordinate the ride system, animated figures, show-action equipment, projection equipment, audio equipment, ride sensors, special effects, rigging elements, facility elements, control rooms, guest egress, sprinklers, electrical boxes, exit signs, catwalks, themed lighting, show lighting, visual intrusion, maintenance access and all other physical entities within the show environment.
Create highly entertaining environments in which the magic of each Disney story is possible.
Contribute to other design scopes of work such as production design or color design to expand the overall understanding of theme park design.
Support development, coordination, and communication of production design concepts to the project team.
Support the design and expert coordination of the project design intent as directed by Principal and Senior Show Set Design leads for the project.
Assist production designers and model shop artists in coordinating models with drawings.
Research applicable materials and construction techniques.
Assist in maintenance and creation of show lists.
Support mock-ups and presentations including set-up and strike.
Work on a team to create show set design packages and contract scope documents, within company standards and guidelines.