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 January 2026 to June 2026 and will be located in Glendale, CA.
What You Will Do
As a Show Lighting Design Intern, you will work with the team that researches, designs, develops, installs, tests and adjusts, and/or documents new projects. These projects apply architectural and theatrical lighting techniques supporting the creative vision for attractions, restaurants, merchandise areas and/or area development in our Disney theme park and resort areas! Other tasks may include inventory control for equipment and supplies. Specific responsibilities and shifts may vary day to day based on each project’s needs and availability of the workplace. You will have the opportunity to...
· Develop, under supervision, show lighting designs
· Develop, under supervision, show lighting controls system designs
· Prepare, under supervision, basic lighting design and field implementation
· Troubleshoot and install existing lighting in a construction environment
· Program, under supervision, show lighting designs
· Provide general support to Lighting Designers
Required Qualifications & Skills
· Hands on experience with theatrical or architectural lighting
· Experience with AutoCAD & Revit
· Computer literacy with MS Office products
· Ability to work as a member of a technical team
· Valid Driver’s License required
Education
Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university earning a degree in a Theatrical or Architectural Lighting program, 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
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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.