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September 03, 2024   •  
Students & Recent Graduates

Disney Hospitality Leadership Program

The Disney Hospitality Leadership Program is looking for the next generation of leadership! This 12-month assignment provides a robust learning and development opportunity for college seniors and recent graduates to work in a management role at Walt Disney World® Resort.

Participants gain even more experience and exposure to leadership in other lines of businesses through presentations and special projects.

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Unique Experiences

Participants could work in one of the following lines of business:

  • Animal Sciences & Environment
  • Culinary
  • Entertainment
  • Food & Beverage
  • Front Office
  • Housekeeping
  • Park Operations 
    • Attractions and Custodial
  • Retail
  • Sports Operations

Invaluable Networking

The Disney Hospitality Leadership Program provides:

  • Hands-on leadership experience while participating in Disney leadership classes and gaining valuable professional development.
  • The opportunity to lead and inspire a dynamic team and learn from top leaders in the hospitality industry. 
  • Small-group cohorts led by a regional executive champion to guide participants through the program. 
  • An Executive Speaker Series for participants to hear from and interact with a variety of executives within the company. 

Disney Hospitality Leadership Program Requirements

To be eligible, participants must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Possess unrestricted work authorization.
  • Provide full work availability.
  • Provide own transportation to and from work. 
  • Have a minimum of one year leadership experience.
  • Meet Disney Internship transfer guidelines if they are a current Disney cast member. 

Participants must also qualify as one of the following:

  • A current student enrolled in a college or university taking at least one class in the semester or quarter prior to participation in the internship program.
  • A graduate from a college or university within the past 12 months.
  • A current participant of the Disney College Program or Disney Internship.

Disney Hospitality Leadership Program Benefits

As a program participant, you will be a salaried leader working full-time hours. You will also receive:

  • PAID TIME OFF
  • HEALTH INSURANCE & WELLBEING
  • RETIREMENT PROGRAMS
  • PARK ADMISSION
  • EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS

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