WDI Character Concrete Hardscape Intern, Spring 2025

Job ID 10101296 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Sep. 16, 2024

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Job Summary:

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 teams 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!

What You Will Do

We are looking for a Hardscape Intern who will work on “hands on” projects and participate with field art direction of Character Facades, Rockwork and Hardscape assignments! This requires an entry-level understanding of three-dimensional creative intent, problem solving and their application through the design, production, & field art direction process. As an intern on the team, assignments will include participating in and sharing the design, execution and art direction goals of the team on 1st and 3rd shifts. Working environments will vary from the hardscape documentation library to themed flatwork installation on construction sites. You will have the opportunity to…

Review drawings and specifications
Help in performing mock ups for new concrete finishes
Assist with development of the desired concept in collaboration with design team leader
Help to integrate specific design elements and creative problem solving in regards to materials usage into overall design packages
Provide scope details for design elements in preparation for reviews of all show design documents
Participate in matching existing concrete colors and finishes to be called out on future projects
Engage in the field art directing of character pavement and transfer of data to the "hardscape documentation" website
Help create plugs and molds for stamp manufacturing

Required Qualifications & Skills

Working knowledge of dimensional design and construction or set design and production
Successful team experiences with specific goals or objective
Excellent problem-solving skills
Knowledge of available team resources and how to use apply them efficiently to contribute to the team's creative objectives
Valid Driver’s License Required

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in carpentry, concrete, sculpting and mold making
Experience reading blue prints and/or CAD files pertaining to dimensional details and layout
Functional proficiency with basic concrete and masonry hand and carpentry tools
Ability to check forms and reinforcement to specification and tolerances
Working knowledge with gypsum plaster, steel and concrete
Fabrication of architectural or dimensional models
Participation with large scale construction projects
Prior Disney experience and knowledge.

Education

Undergraduate students in their Junior year or higher, or graduated within the past 6 months earning a degree in theater, fine arts, environmental design, construction management, or related field
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.

Preferred Education

Graduate level education in theater, fine arts, environmental design, construction management or related field

Materials Required

A portfolio is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applicants without a portfolio link on their résumé, will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

Be at least 18 years of age
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
Fully available from for the duration of the internship, roughly 40 hours each week
Program length - The approximate dates of this internship are January - June 2025
Housing - We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here
Transportation-- Must have reliable transportation to/from work
Must have a valid US Driver's license

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About Walt Disney Imagineering:

Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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