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Food & Beverage and Merchandise Stylized Photography Intern, Summer/Fall 2026

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10138808 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Feb. 09, 2026

Job Summary:

About the Role & Program:

Do you love photography with an eye for detail and approach all tasks, big and small, with a goal to ensure success across all projects? We are seeking a photography intern to join our Food & Beverage and Merchandise team. You will have the opportunity to gain experience in every area of photography including learning art direction, food styling, photo retouch, lighting, coordination of scheduling, and client-facing interactions to help build one-of-a-kind memories at the Walt Disney World Resort!

We are looking for a dedicated individual who is passionate about food & beverage and will report directly to the Creative & Photography Manager. Our new team member will work hand-in-hand with creative partners to deliver the highest quality photography in the most efficient and timely manner, planning all workflow logistics from start to finish.

The approximate dates of this internship are June 2026- January 2027.

What You Will Do:

  • You will take photos and videos for the Food & Beverage Line of Business (LOB) for menus, marketing, and social needs
  • You will focus on capturing images for the Merchandise LOB for both Guest and Cast-facing tools and reports
  • Merchandise photos will support Merchandise Product Locator, Merchandise Mobile Checkout, Stockroom & Store Inventory Management
  • You will be supplying content for a variety of Guest-facing media, including Disney Parks Blog and other social media channels/platforms

Required Qualifications & Skills:

  • You have a background in photography including coursework/examples of work showing technical expertise and photography studio experience
  • You bring experience covering social media and/or Public Relations
  • You are proficient with professional use of DSLR cameras; Nikon or other professional models
  • You have proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, and Adobe Acrobat
  • You possess a valid US driver’s license and the ability to operate a company vehicle and/or your own personal vehicle under inclement weather, including minimal lighting
  • You are comfortable working in an outdoor environment in various weather conditions with prolonged standing and/or walking
  • You are able to lift heavy equipment up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

  • You are knowledgeable of studio lighting systems
  • You are able to ideate moodboards for photoshoot planning purposes
  • You bring familiarity within a Macintosh environment
  • You bring a love for the entertainment and Food & Beverage industries
  • Previous video experience
  • Willing to learn and tackle additional creative projects as needed

Required Materials:

  • Resume (outlining all of your required qualifications)
  • Portfolio (must be included as a URL link on your resume)

Education:

  • Junior or Senior year preferred
  • Major or previous coursework in Photography or related major preferred 

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:

  • Fully available for the duration of the internship (approximately 40 hours each week)
  • Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
  • Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
  • Limited housing opportunities may be available for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here

Recommendation – Print This Role Description: Please note that this role description will not be accessible once the posting is closed. We strongly encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it in the event they are invited to interview for this position.


The pay rate for this role in Orlando, FL is $22.10 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 World Resort:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.

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 World Resort.

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.

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