WDI Project Management Intern, Spring 2026

Job Posting Title:

WDI Project Management Intern, Spring 2026

Req ID:

10129614

Job Description:

About the Role & Program 

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 to June 2026 and will be located in either Orlando, FL or Glendale, CA.

What You Will Do 

As a Project Management intern, you will have the opportunity to work within the department responsible for tactical project management of small to large projects from blue sky to close out! Working under leadership at Walt Disney Imagineering, we are seeking a passionate individual fueled by curiosity, energized by relationships and motivated to drive continuous improvement that matters. Our Project Management team regularly interfaces with creative, technical, engineering and construction teams in the delivery of facilities, ride, show, and systems throughout the lifecycle of the project.  

You will have the opportunity to 

• Assist in managing the entire scope of a small project or self-contained and definable scope of work 
• Assist in scheduling, estimating, budgeting within project scope 
• Coordinate information by collecting and verifying document change information for presentation of solutions 
• Assist in presentations to management on project status 
• Facilitate relationships; communicate verbally and in written correspondence for presentations to the project team, vendors, and consultants 

Required Qualifications & Skills 

• Proven ability to manage the project development process and documentation (shop drawings, document control, punch lists) 
• Full understanding of scheduling, budgeting and estimating 
• Exposure to or experience with hiring of outside vendors, professional bid packages 
• Experience with or support of large-scale construction projects (schools, hospitals, retail/office space) 
• Thorough understanding of the contract administration process (contacts, professional fees) 
• Ability to work through conflict, and to problem-solve issues to resolution 
• Ability to understand the needs of the client and to maintain relationships between the owner/operator 
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Power Point, Keynote) 
• Ability to take direction, adapt to change, establish relationships, and work in a team environment 

Education  

• Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Engineering, Architecture, Project Management 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 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 program.  

Additional Information 

• Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work  
• Must be fully available for the duration of the internship  
• Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship
• We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here   

The pay rate for this role in California and Florida is $30 per hour for undergraduate students, $35 per hour for graduate students. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benef