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The Walt Disney Company

Food Service Worker

June 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

Meeting new guests and making experiences.

What I wish was different

The hours since part timers aren't guaranteed a good amount of hours.

Advice

Try it out because it's a once in a lifetime opportunity.
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Character Attendant

May - October 2019 • Lake Buena Vista, FL

What I liked

I liked interacting with people from all over the world.

What I wish was different

I wish the hours spent outside in the Florida heat had been less!

Advice

Always do your best to serve your guests/people around you. You never know when you’ll meet those people again!
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Cast Member

June - August 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

My work location, my coworkers, work facilities, living facilities

What I wish was different

Wish I could have stayed longer!

Advice

Your job is what you make it. Love it, and it will love you back!
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Disney College Program

August 2017 - May 2018 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I liked being away from home and being a part of the Disney magic

What I wish was different

I wish I could've stayed longer.

Advice

Do not be afraid to stick it out and put yourself out there especially when times get rough.
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Merchandise Displayer Intern

August - December 2017 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

It was overall an mind opening experience.

What I wish was different

I wish I when to more opportunities and events for interns.

Advice

Keep your mind open and don't forget to have fun.
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Guest Experience Manger

May 2016 - March 2017 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I gained knowledge in the field of food and beverage. In addition to the experience gained in the hospitality industry, I also learned a lot about professionalism in the workplace. I learned how to handle difficult situations. How to work with a team. How to work with different personalities and individuals that were from different countries and different backgrounds.

What I wish was different

I felt that the work-life balance wasn't the best and I often felt stressed out and on edge.

Advice

I would recommend taking the job if offered. Overall the experience was once in a lifetime.
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Cast Member

March - August 2019 • Bay Lake, FL

What I liked

Good leadership, constant work flow, good on resume

What I wish was different

N/a

Advice

Take it day by day
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Disney College Program

September 2018 - January 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I enjoyed being able to visit the parks whenever I pleased.

What I wish was different

The working environment needs to be more organized.

Advice

Be sure that you want the job they offer to you and don't settle because of the company.
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Performer

January 2016 • Anaheim, CA

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Do your best and have fun!
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Lifeguard

January - August 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I enjoyed being able to work for a wonderful company. Disney provided most of your daily needs, and the pay provided for the rest. I was able to participate in a fun and exciting work place while sharing the Disney magic.

What I wish was different

I wish that I would have done the Fall program. I enjoyed the hustle and bustle of my job, but I wish that I could have been there during the Holiday time.

Advice

If you have debated participating in the Disney College Program, do it. I have been asked about my time at Disney before any of my other job experiences. The overall knowledge you learn while working for the company is huge. I have been able to apply many things to my current life back at UA.
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Intern

June 2019 • Durham, NC

What I liked

I completely enjoy helping the ITeam solve cases, and investigate new stories. I was able to work at the Miss North America. I will also be in the Christmas Parade.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have the option to work there everyday.

Advice

I will say, always be ready for anything. You never know what you have to research, what the assignment will be for the day. I will say be mindful of what is happening in the news.
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lifeguard

February - August 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I liked the experience of working for a Fortune 500 company and getting to learn the company's core values and how to train their employees. I also liked that my job was important and made a difference in people's lives everyday.

What I wish was different

I wish the leadership was more understanding and not as demanding as they were. I also think that we deserved more breaks than we we're getting because of the demand on our bodies and mental health from this job.

Advice

Advice I would give for anyone with this job is to be comfortable in their skills they learn from training and try to make it fun and different every time you work because it is extremely repetitive. I would also be ready to work outside for all hours and be able to engage in physical activity for very long periods of time.
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Sales and Marketing

June 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

Great brand name; great networking opportunities; and many potential openings.

What I wish was different

Work could have more time for strategic projects; recruiting unfortunately is not on a set schedule, but on an "as needed" basis

Advice

Network as much as possible with people and places you'd be interested in. Disney is such a large company it's hard to find something you would enjoy without some guidance from insiders.
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Cashier

October 2018 • Anaheim, CA

What I liked

Working for the company was great and a new learning experience.

What I wish was different

It was pretty easy, I wouldn't change anything.

Advice

Give yourself another time to park at the cast member parking lot.
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Cast Member

May 2019 • Lake Buena Vista, FL

What I liked

I got to work at Walt Disney world all summer, it was great. I was part of an opening team of Star Wars galaxys edge and got to experience meeting many different imagineers. Everyone at work is so friendly and it’s a great environment to work in.

What I wish was different

I wish I had worked in other parks at different shops more often. With my role in merchandise at Disney, I am able to pick up shifts at other locations than my own and work there for the day. I also wish I had networked a bit more.

Advice

It’s so much fun. You are surrounded by everyone who loves Disney and is always happy. This experience is also a great resume booster so I would recommend it for anyone.
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Vacation Planner

August 2019 • Anaheim, CA

What I liked

People are awesome

What I wish was different

I wish i stayed longer

Advice

The Walt Disney Company is the best so far.
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Retail Sales Intern

May - August 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Work hard while still taking time to appreciate the benefits of working for a company of this size. Getting your foot in the door at this company is a great way to move so many different directions. Any job in the real world exists within the Disney company.
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Merchandiser

March - August 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

What I wish was different

Do not expect to go to the parks all the time

Advice

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Quick Service Food & Beverage

June 2019 • Lake Buena Vista, FL

What I liked

The opportunity to work for a leading company in the hospitality industry.

What I wish was different

I wish I had the opportunity to try out different roles within the company.

Advice

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Recreation Trainer

January - August 2019 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I had the chance to work with such a diverse group of individuals from across the globe, and I learned so much. I had the privilege to explore a variety of locations, and I was encouraged to ask questions. I learned so much about myself and how Disney is able to run such a successful business.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have stayed there longer, but I decided I needed to finish school before I return.

Advice

Be open to new ideas and don't be afraid to try out your own. They won't always work out, but regardless you will learn so much that will transfer to the next project.
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