About the Role & Program

　　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 teams that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, we blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe!

　　What You Will Do

　　The Master Planning Studio stewards the master planning process, communicates key data and context for planning decisions, and contributes to projects through thoughtful planning advice and support enabling the full development potential for our resorts! The Master Planning studio focuses on five key areas of expertise: Land Planning, Urban & Regional Planning, Transportation & Infrastructure planning, Environmental Planning & Permitting, and Real Estate Development & Entitlements.

　　We are looking for a Master Planning intern who will have the opportunity to support the Walt Disney Imagineering Master Planning functions in one or more areas, including land and urban planning, transportation and infrastructure planning, land strategy design work, and/or real estate development and entitlements. We manage the long-term development framework for sustainable growth of each resort and provides expertise to support new business opportunities. You will have the opportunity to:

　　Support the Master Planning Studio on relevant, day-to-day, planning-related design issues

　　Provide creative, production and/or technical land and urban planning support to the Master Planning and/or project specific teams across Walt Disney Imagineering

　　Provide planning and design documentation in the form of graphic illustrations, imagery, boards, color renderings, and research and documentation on assigned projects

　　Work closely with the Designer and/or team leaders to coordinate and assist in completing site planning analysis, 3D visualization and property-wide master planning initiatives and services

　　Build graphic visualizations and presentation storylines

　　Conduct research and provide data analysis to help inform short and long-term planning and development decisions

　　Provide inputs and updates to a global planning database

　　Monitor and analyze industry trends and market changes

　　Required Qualifications & Skills

　　Ability to visualize and communicate complex information in simple and bold ways

　　Experience with graphically communicating and problem solving via sketching, digital design, etc.

　　Ability to quickly analyze and synthesize data to apply to planning and design strategy

　　Ability to learn key project delivery methods while working on a variety of project types and scales

　　Advanced design drawing capabilities in Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

　　Solid understanding of CAD software

　　Proficiency in digital design tools (3D Studio Max, SketchUp, Revit)

　　Working knowledge of ArcGIS and extensions

　　Strong strategic, technical, and analytical skills

　　Highly collaborative and team-oriented work style

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Job related experience with large scale community and/or resort planning

　　Job related experience with digital-based design in architectural, city planning and/or urban design

　　Experience with sustainable site planning & development

　　Membership in relevant professional organization(s)

　　In pursuit of advanced professional degree (i.e. Master’s) in planning-related field

　　Education

　　Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher, or graduated from an accredited college/university, earning a degree majoring in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, Urban Design, Real Estate Development or other related field

　　Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

　　Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.

　　Must possess unrestricted work authorization

　　Additional Information

　　This internship could be located in either Orlando, FL or Glendale, CA

　　The approximate dates of this internship are May/June 2024 through January 2025

　　We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here

　　California based interns must provide their own housing for the duration of the internship program

　　Must have reliable transportation to/from work

　　The pay rate for this role in California is $30 per hour for undergraduate students and $35 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.

　　Job ID: 10076274

　　Location: Lake Buena Vista,Florida

　　Job Posting Company: Walt Disney Imagineering

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