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WDI Business Planning and Strategy Intern, Summer/Fall 2026
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10141049 Location Celebration, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Jan. 22, 2026Job Summary:
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 2026 to December 2026 and will be located in Celebration, FL
As a Business Planning & Strategy Intern supporting Creative Show Design & Delivery Studio at WDI, you will assist in executing project and studio strategies. You will contribute to a dynamic and collaborative environment, using data-driven insights to help communicate key information and support decision-making. Your responsibilities will include working closely with a diverse range of stakeholders—such as Business Development professionals, Project Managers, Show Managers, Engineers, Designers, Planners, and Producers. You will help the business management team deliver strategic plans and establish best practices that align with both immediate and long-term organizational goals.
What You Will Do
- Sustain the on-going strategic initiatives, including website development through WordPress as well as the implementation and management of Business Intelligence tools and software such as Tableau, Air Table, and Snowflake
- Create dashboards and other data visualization tools to advance business operations and visibility into project scope
- Provide support for ad-hoc business requests pertaining to scope management, performance tracking, vendor relations, and related areas
- Apply technical expertise to transform intricate data sets into clear, concise reports that support business decision-making
- Manage Studio databases by using SQL in the Snowflake environment
- Administration of user access to multiple Business Intelligence platforms
- Help integrate historical project data and analytics into regular planning and reporting for all disciplines
- Support the work-plan process for internal projects (development, submittal, approval, and tracking) ensuring the project focus, milestones, and spend are captured completely and align with department priorities/funding
Required Qualifications
- Experience working in a cross functional organization, preferably an organization with a technical focus
- Ability to handle & prioritize multiple tasks in a highly dynamic production environment
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated strong negotiating and influencing abilities
- Highly organized with keen attention to detail and follow-through skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior internship experience in strategy, business, or data analytics roles
- Experience in the use of Business Intelligence Tools (Tableau, PowerBI, AirTable etc.)
- Experience in use of Python or SQL
- Experience with Snowflake
Education
Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university earning a degree majoring in Data Analytics, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, Business 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
- We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here
The pay rate for this role as an Undergraduate student in FL is $26.50 per hour. The pay rate for this role as a Graduate student is $27.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
About Walt Disney Imagineering:
Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.