Disney College Program HBCU Cohort Powered Disney Yard

Position: Disney College Program HBCU Cohort Powered by Disney on the Yard

Disney College Program HBCU Cohort Powered by Disney on the Yard

Job  
1326894 |

Position Location:

Orlando, Florida, United States / Buena Vista Lake, Florida, United States | Company:
Walt Disney World Resort | Posted: 2026/01/05

工作概要:

Our Program:
Discover the Magic Within

For the fifth year, the Disney College Program is excited to offer the HBCU Cohort powered by Disney on the Yard for summer 2026! As a part of this paid internship experience, you can create meaningful connections and develop your own sense of community. This Program is specifically for those who are attending or have recently attended a HBCU (Historically Black College or University).

This program is an exciting, unique opportunity for college students and recent graduates to work at Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida. While on a program, participants will:

• Receive valuable professional experience while working at our world‑renowned theme parks and resorts.
• Meet people from around the globe and create friendships and memories to last a lifetime.
• Take part in uniquely Disney learning and development opportunities, exclusive program events and more.

Where You’ll Work

• Front‑line roles: Guest‑facing positions directly interacting with visitors in our theme parks, resorts and Disney Springs locations.
• Attractions, Bell Services, Character Attendant, Custodial, Lifeguard, Quick Service Food & Beverage, Recreation Attractions, Merchandise, Seater, and Photopass Photographer.

Program Overview

• Starting pay: $18/hour
• Program length: 3 months, with potential to extend up to 12 months (one year)
• Arrival date:
  May 18, 2026
• Departure date:
  August 6, 2026

Due to the length of the HBCU Cohort Powered by Disney on the Yard, all dates are non‑negotiable.

Living on your Program:
Flamingo Crossings Village

• Program participants have the option to live at Flamingo Crossings Village, the fully furnished apartment community owned and operated by American Campus Communities, just minutes from Walt Disney World Resort.
• The community includes double‑occupancy, shared apartments with amenities like resort‑style pools and a 12,500 sq. ft. fitness center. Various special events and activities are also hosted every month exclusively for residents on the program.
• Bus transportation provided by Disney Programs connects you to Disney parks and resorts as well as local grocery stores and shopping.

Learn and Grow Professionally with Disney

• Discover career paths and build your network – there are endless opportunities with Disney to explore after you complete your program!
• Attend Disney Programs learning sessions where you can gain new skills, meet industry professionals and Disney leaders and more.
• Actively enrolled in school? The program offers academic support resources and is recommended for up to nine college credit hours by the American Council on Education (
  
  Note:
  
  all credit decisions are at the discretion of your college/university, please speak to your school to understand your options).

Benefits and Perks

• Weekly pay
• Complimentary theme park admission
• Cast‑exclusive discounts
• Housing and work transportation are offered
• Exclusive events, trips and activities

NOTE: Current Program Participants must have a departure date of January 9, 2026 or earlier to be eligible to apply.

基本條件:
Eligibility Requirements

• Currently enrolled and taking classes at an accredited US HBCU (Historically Black College or University), OR have graduated from an accredited US HBCU within 24 months of the application posting date
• Must have completed at least one semester at an accredited US HBCU by the time of the program arrival
• At least 18 years of age at the time of application
• Possess unrestricted work authorization within the United States
• Be open to a starting pay rate of $18 per hour
• Be fully available to work Sunday through Saturday, including days and nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime

Be receptive to complying with the Disney Look appearance guidelines Students who have not yet graduated from high school but have dual enrollment with a college are not eligible to apply. Prior to applying, please review the detailed eligibility requirements found here. 其他資訊:
What's Next?

• Selected candidates…