The Walt Disney Company
Disney Live Entertainment Show Control Design Intern, Spring 2025
The Walt Disney Company, Kissimmee, Florida, United States, 34747
About the Role & Program
Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships and other locations the world over! This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust!
This is a full-time
6-month
internship (dates are
January 11th, 2025,
through
June 7th, 2025
).
What You Will Do
The Show Control Design Team develops the show control and network systems that help to tell the stories of our live show offerings including parades, stage shows and special events on and off Disney property, and on-board Disney Cruise Line.
We are looking for an individual with an innovative mind-set and a passion for Disney quality and Magical creativity. We are seeking a motivated individual who will ensure that the Disney standards are reflected consistently in all design & technical materials.
Supporting Designers with project development and execution of systems and network architectures for live shows and facility infrastructure crafting cohesive, coordinated systems for DLE shows, atmosphere, and park-wide control through the effective execution of the creative process
Providing technical skill in the development and implementation of concept, design, development, support, and oversight of all networking, automation, motor control, and documentation related to any show system
Using a variety of programs including TAIT Navigator, Visual Studio, SSH, Beckhoff TC, and other various development and controls software tools, and assisting with design and technical research
Collaborating with cross-functional teams including designers, engineers, safety, production, and facility teams
Prioritizing, organizing, and problem-solving during installation, focus and cueing through delivery of multiple projects
Attending and engaging at Disney Live Entertainment seminars and meetings
Required Qualifications & Skills
Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of network technology and equipment
Ability to learn new software applications as appropriate
Familiarity with the Entertainment industry and a creative background
Demonstrated proficiency with general computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
Education
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at the time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
Currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior, or recent graduate, pursuing a degree in the technical aspects of show control, machine automation, or computer networking, with a focus on live show entertainment
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
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
Available to work full-time hours (approximately 40 hours per week)
Able to provide own housing in the
Orlando, FL
area and have reliable transportation to/from work (We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida-based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities; for more information, click here)
Job ID:
10101181
Location:
Kissimmee,Florida
Job Posting Company:
Walt Disney Imagineering
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships and other locations the world over! This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust!
This is a full-time
6-month
internship (dates are
January 11th, 2025,
through
June 7th, 2025
).
What You Will Do
The Show Control Design Team develops the show control and network systems that help to tell the stories of our live show offerings including parades, stage shows and special events on and off Disney property, and on-board Disney Cruise Line.
We are looking for an individual with an innovative mind-set and a passion for Disney quality and Magical creativity. We are seeking a motivated individual who will ensure that the Disney standards are reflected consistently in all design & technical materials.
Supporting Designers with project development and execution of systems and network architectures for live shows and facility infrastructure crafting cohesive, coordinated systems for DLE shows, atmosphere, and park-wide control through the effective execution of the creative process
Providing technical skill in the development and implementation of concept, design, development, support, and oversight of all networking, automation, motor control, and documentation related to any show system
Using a variety of programs including TAIT Navigator, Visual Studio, SSH, Beckhoff TC, and other various development and controls software tools, and assisting with design and technical research
Collaborating with cross-functional teams including designers, engineers, safety, production, and facility teams
Prioritizing, organizing, and problem-solving during installation, focus and cueing through delivery of multiple projects
Attending and engaging at Disney Live Entertainment seminars and meetings
Required Qualifications & Skills
Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of network technology and equipment
Ability to learn new software applications as appropriate
Familiarity with the Entertainment industry and a creative background
Demonstrated proficiency with general computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
Education
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at the time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
Currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior, or recent graduate, pursuing a degree in the technical aspects of show control, machine automation, or computer networking, with a focus on live show entertainment
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
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
Available to work full-time hours (approximately 40 hours per week)
Able to provide own housing in the
Orlando, FL
area and have reliable transportation to/from work (We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida-based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities; for more information, click here)
Job ID:
10101181
Location:
Kissimmee,Florida
Job Posting Company:
Walt Disney Imagineering
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.