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Disney Consumer Products Character Art Intern (FL), Summer/Fall 2026
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10141911 Location Kissimmee, Florida, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Feb. 21, 2026Job Summary:
Job Description
About the Role & Program
Disney Consumer Products (DCP) brings the magic of Disney’s beloved stories, franchises and characters to families and fans around the world. From toys to apparel, books to games, our global organization has a profound impact on The Walt Disney Company and the global markets in which we operate! With a portfolio of renowned franchises including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, 20th Century Studios, National Geographic and Star Wars, we are a worldwide industry and category leader delivering innovative products that entertain and inspire!
As a Character Art Intern, you will be responsible for producing character artwork for both two-dimensional and/or three-dimensional product applications. If selected, you will work on projects at all levels of complexity with the team while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.
This exciting internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Orlando, FL area from June 2026 to January 2027.
What You Will Do:
- Development of character illustrations for style guides and portfolios across multiple properties and cross divisions.
- Idea generation for Franchise Expansion
- Art style/new technique development to co-ordinate with trends in the marketplace
- Contribute to new product ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions.
- Maintain high character art standards for the region.
- Develop a strong character art community across GPC
- Understand Disney Characters and Disney storytelling and how it translates to products.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong working knowledge of graphic design, character art, and/or merchandise design
- Skilled in the principles of cartooning, cartoon animation and character art
- Previous exposure and skill in multiple mediums including: sculpting, painting, and drawing
- Strong traditional and digital drawing skills and concepting skills.
- Proficiency and confidence in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
- Demonstrate originality and creativity in your thinking, and consistently excel in collaborative teamwork.
- An understanding and awareness of marketplace trends
- Able to present creative concepts in both formal and informal settings.
Education
Current Undergraduate Senior pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Art or Design
Required Materials
- A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a URL link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applicants without a portfolio link on their résumé will not be considered a completed application packet and will not be considered for the position
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 OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship. Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information
- The approximate dates of this in person internship are June 15th, 2026- January 2nd, 2027
- Must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
- Must provide own housing during the internship program in the Orlando area
- Must have reliable transportation to/from work
- Housing: We can possibly assist with housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here
The pay rate for this role in Orlando, FL is $22.50 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 Disney Experiences:
Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.
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 Disney Global Product Dev & Creative, which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.
Disney Global Product Dev & Creative 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.