Job Posting Title:

WDI Set Decorator Intern, Summer/Fall 2025

Req ID:

10111161

Job Description:

About the Role & Program

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 2025 to January 2026 and will be located in Glendale, CA.  

What You Will Do

We are looking for a Set Decoration Intern who will work within the department that provides set decoration services for all areas our guests see when they enter our parks. This includes attractions, retail spaces, restaurant spaces, display areas, landscape, facades and area development. The Set Decoration Department interfaces and supports other divisions within WDI, as well as departments within our parks including Creative, Architectural, Engineering, Show Art, Show Ride, Park Operations and Park Maintenance. The Set Decorator amplifies and embellishes the story. It is the mission of the team to create highly entertaining environments in which the magic of each Disney story is possible! As an intern, you will have the opportunity to…

Support the design, production and installation effort as advised by the Principal and Senior Set Decorator Leads for the project.

Interface and coordinate with other show related teams.

Support design development and communicate design concepts.

Maintain paperwork associated with the design effort and detail the implemented design.

Collaborate with other teams to ensure placement of props and decorations.

Assist in field installation of props and dressings when required.

Research historical information and design technologies in support of design effort.

Work with manager in order to adhere to budget and schedule.

Support mock-ups and presentations including set-ups and strikes.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Ability to work within a team environment and at the direction of Senior and Principal Designers.

Have a working knowledge of props or set decoration for theatre, film or television.

Knowledge of storytelling with objects.

Ability to work at heights above 30’ if needed.

Ability to lift 15 to 20 pounds.

Ability to periodically work third shift after the park closes.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Previous experience in the technical aspects of Theater Arts and its associated skills.

Must be able to read architectural drawing packages

Working knowledge of construction materials, hardware, and tools

Experience working with hand tools.

Valid Driver’s License Required.

Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and SketchUp

Previous WDI internship or other Disney experience

Education

Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university, earning a degree majoring in Interior/Retail Design, Technical Theater, Dimensional Design, Architectural Modeling, Applied Media Arts or 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  

Materials Required

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.

The pay rate for this role in California is $26.50 per hour for undergraduate students and $27.50 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.

Job Posting Segment:

WDI Creative Development

Job Posting Primary Business:

Development & Production Design (WDI)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Creative Intern, Other

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-01-28