WDI Sustainable Design & Engineering Intern, Summer/Fall 2026

Job ID 10140267 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Jan. 20, 2026

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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.

The approximate date of this internship is May/June 2026 to December 2026 and will be located in Glendale, CA.

What You Will Do

We are looking for a Sustainable Design & Engineering intern to join the Walt Disney Imagineering Sustainability team. As an intern on the team you will have the opportunity to:

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop sustainability ideas for the built environment
Work with project teams across the global portfolios to assist with analyzing and integrating sustainable design opportunities to minimize environmental impact
Coordinate with master planning on resort-wide sustainability opportunities
Assist in collecting, documenting, and maintaining project data as it relates to emissions, water, construction waste and/or embodied carbon of building materials
Contribute to brainstorming/creative sessions to help advance sustainability initiatives on assigned projects
Actively encourage a culture of sustainability within Walt Disney Imagineering
Participate in events focused on environmental sustainability across The Walt Disney Company

Required Qualifications & Skills

Basic comprehension of and passion for sustainable design principles, life cycle thinking, and the multi-disciplinary nature of sustainability
Willingness to perform research and conduct assessments of alternative environmental materials and/or systems and experiment creatively to find sustainable solutions
Strong technical and analytical skills
Ability to quickly learn new software tools
Effective written, oral, and graphic communication skills
Ability to create effective presentations and deliver them to diverse audiences with differing communication styles and backgrounds
Experience working with collaborative teams and completing project deliverables
Self-starter with positive attitude and strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using 3D modeling software (e.g. SketchUp, SolidWorks, Revit, AutoCAD)
Experience using either of the following: Energy modeling software (e.g. IESVE, TRACE, EnergyPro, eQuest, or EnergyGauge) or Embodied carbon calculators (e.g. EC3, Tally, oneclickLCA, or Athena)
Familiarity with green building rating systems (e.g. LEED, BREEAM, China Three Star (GBEL))
Familiarity with environmental life-cycle assessments (LCA) or financial life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (e.g. Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)

Education

Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university, in a degree majoring in any of the following: architecture, engineering (mechanical, electrical, structural, civil, or environmental), construction management, environmental design, environmental science, environmental/sustainability studies or a 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 in Glendale, CA

The pay rate for this role in Glendale, CA is $31 per hour for undergraduate students and $36 per hour for graduate level students. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

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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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