Job Posting Title:

WDI Theme Lighting Design Intern, Summer/Fall 2025

Req ID:

10114828

Job Description:

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

Theme Lighting brings the Disney difference to our Parks and Resorts. We design, document, and facilitate the production of Theme Lighting fixtures for various projects including theme park attractions, restaurants, shops, area development, and resorts.

We are looking for a Theme Lighting Design intern to assist the team with researching and identifying readily available items or fixtures, and design uniquely original custom pieces to meet specific project requirements. Interns working with project leads, provide drafting support, production/procurement support, shipping coordination as well as direct field installation at a project construction site. As an intern on the team you will have the opportunity to:

Support various Theme Lighting design projects by assisting in project design development and technical documentationAssist with the preparation of Theme Lighting fixture selection information and documentationProvide design documentation in the form of illustrations, photographs, scaled images, research, and documentation on assigned projectsPerform various basic technical tasks and documentation including plotting elevations, showing fixtures in scale, reading a plotting reflected ceiling plans, elevations, and area development plansSupport the Theme Lighting project leads with scope tracking and cost estimating processAssist the Specialty Design Production team supporting fixture procurement, vendor oversight, and shipping coordination

Required Qualifications & Skills Knowledge and a strong curiosity about Live Entertainment and or/Theater, Themed Entertainment, and Immersive ExperiencesExperience in specialty item or fixture design and/or fabricationSelf-starter with excellent communication skills with the ability to give and take direction, adapt to change, establish relationships, and work in a team environmentStrong organizational skills and ability to deliver under tight deadlinesAbility to draft/draw by handProficiency in REVIT, AutoCAD, Inventor, Adobe Creative SuiteWorking knowledge and experience with reading and understanding architectural drawings and interfacesUnderstanding of the basic principles of Lighting to collaborate with Show Lighting counterparts

Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience in a design practice, or a professional internship desirable with an emphasis on specialty items, fixture design, and/or fabrication.Familiarity with product or industrial design and construction techniques.Familiarity with related areas, including architecture, interior design facility lighting etc.

Education

Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university, earning a degree in Industrial Design, Interior Design, Theatrical Design 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 InformationAble to provide reliable transportation to/from work Must be fully available for the duration of the internshipAble to provide own housing for the duration of the internship in Glendale, CA 

The pay rate for this role in California is $25.50 per hour for undergraduate students and $26.50 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:

Architecture & Design (WDI)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Architecture and Design Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-02-27