Disney Paid Internships!
Disney, Inc offers two great programs for ACC students.
- The Disney College Program offers a unique opportunity for paid work at Disney.
- The Disney Professional Internships is a chance to apply classroom studies to practical experiences. This is a highly competitive program.
To earn ACC Marketing Internship credit, you are required to:
- Take one Disney Education Course
- Complete the work experience
- Turn in a written assignment (5-10 pages)
- Submit an evaluation completed by your Disney College Program Supervisor
- Register for the Marketing Internship Course
- Have regular phone/emails contact with the ACC Marketing Internship Instructor
For additional information about these Disney programs, please contact one of the following Marketing Department members:
- Courtney Ahrenholtz, Associate Professor, [email protected] or 512.223.2069
- Ina Midkiff, Department Chair, [email protected] or 512.223.2072
We’re excited to announce that applications for the Spring 2026 Disney College Program are now open! Below are key updates and important information for the upcoming season:
SPRING DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM APPLICATIONS
- Spring Application Launch Date – The application went live on Monday, August 18. Interested students can view eligibility requirements and apply here.
- Arrival/Departure Dates – Selected students will have the opportunity to choose their desired arrival and departure date range upon accepting their offer.
- Arrival Dates: January-February 2026
- Departure Dates: No earlier than May 2026
- Spring 2026 Program Dates
- Pay Rate-Beginning January 2026, the starting pay rate will increase to $18 per hour.
- Program Roles-The Disney College Program offers 18 unique roles across our theme parks, water parks, resorts and Disney Springs. You can view and explore all available roles here.
- Pay Rate-Starting in January 2026, the pay rate is increasing to $18 per hour.
GET TO KNOW THE DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM
- We are excited for the return of our Get to Know the Disney College Program virtual information sessions!!!
- Session Cadence – These sessions will begin on Tuesday, August 12 and run through Wednesday, September 10.
- Registration Link – You can clink on the link to view all session date/times and register for the offering that works best for you.
- All are welcome to attend! Please share this information with any students interested in learning more about the Disney College Program. We also welcome you and other members of your university to attend.
DISNEY PROGRAM FEES
- Program Fee –
- A $240 non-refundable program fee is due at time of acceptance. The fee supports administration, events and activities scheduled throughout your student’s programs.
- Three weeks prior to their arrival, if your student chooses to reside at Flamingo Crossings Village, they will be responsible for $227. From that fee, $178 is applied to a portion of their first week of rent and $49 goes to administrative fee.
- Rent – Starting in 2026, the weekly rent range will be from $227-275 per week, depending on the apartment type.
- What are the fees for a Disney Program-Support Site Article
DISNEY INTERNSHIPS
- Disney Internship Opportunities – Disney Internships are offered across segments, including Corporate, Disney Entertainment, Disney Experiences and ESPN.
- Locations- When reviewing the job posting, please have your students check the position location. As locations include Anaheim, CA, Burbank, CA, Bristol, CT, New York, NY, Orlando, FL, San Fransico, CA, Santa Monica, CA, Seattle, WA.
- Disney Careers – You can view all available postings here. We would encourage your students to continue to check these opportunities weekly.
Thank you for your continued support of the Disney Programs.
Thank you,
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Please contact the department if you have any questions.