About the Role & Program

The Walt Disney Company has spent 100 years immersing audiences in new and stunning experiences using groundbreaking technology. Your work as a Disney intern would inspire innovation and bring fresh perspectives to impact guests and consumers worldwide.  “We Power the Magic!” That’s our motto at Disney Experiences Technology (DXT). Our team creates world-class immersive digital experiences for the Company’s premier vacation brands including Disney’s Parks & Resorts worldwide, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Vacation Club. We are responsible for the end-to-end digital and physical Guest experience for all technology & digital-led initiatives across the Attractions & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Resorts & Transportation and Merchandise lines of business as well as other initiatives including MyDisneyExperience and Hey, Disney!

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with engineers to analyze, design, develop, debug, and improve software components for local, cloud-based, or networked applications.

• Contribute to real-world projects supporting internal tools, infrastructure, or end-user applications, while learning how scalable systems are built and maintained.

• Assist in writing, testing, and debugging code using modern programming languages and technologies, with guidance from experienced developers.

• Help identify and resolve software issues to improve performance, stability, and security across systems and applications.

• Participate in planning sessions to understand project scope, timelines, and requirements, while engaging with users and stakeholders to gather feedback.

• Stay curious and informed about emerging technologies, sharing ideas and recommendations with your team.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Familiarity with programming languages such as JavaScript (Angular, Node), TypeScript, Java,  and a strong desire to grow technical expertise in modern development tools and methodologies.

• Ability to work on software development tasks across the lifecycle, from planning and coding to testing and debugging.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a willingness to engage in feedback, planning discussions, and continuous learning.

• Passionate about learning and contributing to team success in a diverse and inclusive environment, with a proactive approach to leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity, creativity, and problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Familiar with iOS (Swift, Objective-C) , Android (Java, Kotlin) or Flutter.

• Exposure to agile development practices and collaboration with distributed teams through academic or extracurricular experience.

• Curiosity about the hospitality industry and how technology supports property management systems and guest experiences

Education:

Currently enrolled undergraduate student in an accredited college/university, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Information Technology or related field.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:  

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program AND returning to school the semester/quarter following the internship OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.

• Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants:  You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.  

• Be at least 18 years of age

• Possess unrestricted work authorization 

Additional Information:

• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship

• Fully available from M-F, 40 hours each week for the entire program duration: May/June - August/September 2026 (12 weeks)

• Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program

• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

The pay rate for this role in Orlando, FL is $42 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.