Job Description
Job Summary:
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.
A day in the life...
As a Graphic Fabrication Designer Intern you will work within the department responsible for developing signage and show graphics that help tell the stories in Disney Theme Parks and Resorts worldwide. You will have the opportunity to:
Provide design support and production coordination for Environmental Graphic Design projects
Review drawings and provide feedback
Provide fabrication support for WDI graphics project team
Organize and develop a scope of work in support of hard cost budget and schedule for projects of limited complexity and size
Support the Environmental Graphic Signage cost estimating process through collection of data for review
Manage vendors on small scaled projects
Provide documentation throughout the design process
What we are looking for...
Experience with Creative Suite 6 or digital illustration tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design, 3D software knowledge of Sketch-up, Rhino or Auto Cad and MS Office Suite
Understanding of specific application of drafting principles and techniques as applied to environmental graphics construction documentation
Demonstrated ability to detail themed environmental graphics for contract documentation
** MUST POSSESS A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE **
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum one year of experience in a design practice, or a professional internship
Familiarity with Environmental Graphic design, sign construction techniques, and related areas including architecture, interior design and landscape design
Required Education:
Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher, or graduated within the past 6 months from an accredited college/university, earning a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Product Design.
Required Materials:
A portfolio review 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.
Internship Eligibility:
Must 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 OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Must provide full work availability
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Must possess unrestricted work authorization
Location – This internship is located in Orlando, FL
Program length - The approximate dates of this internship are January 2024 through June 2024
Housing - (Florida ONLY) 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