Job Posting Title:

Disney Live Entertainment Costume Design Intern, Summer/Fall 2026

Req ID:

10139689

Job Description:

About the Role & Program

Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over! Our diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers, and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle…and a dash of pixie dust!

Are you ready to see beloved Disney characters wearing your designs? If selected to join the Costume Design team, you will report to the Manager of Costume Design and Development.

The approximate date of this internship is June 2026 to January 2027, located in Orlando, FL.

What You Will Do

As an intern, you will be key in supporting Costume Designers and Costume Development Managers through various stages of the project cycle. Specifically, you will:

Conduct design research, including historical references, fabric trends, and styles, to advise and encourage the design processIllustrate detailed textile artwork, concept sketches, and repeat patterns, contributing to the visual and functional aspects of costume designParticipate in critical meetings, costume fittings, and rehearsals to take detailed notes, observe design implementation, and relay important information to the team

Required Qualifications & Skill

Shown experience with Photoshop and IllustratorStrong digital literacy and willingness to learn new programsProven experience producing technical illustrations and artistic renderings to be shared with clients and vendorsStrong verbal / written communication skills

Materials Required

A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applications without a portfolio link on the résumé will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position. Please visit our support site for additional information.

Must submit your best 10 pieces of artwork

Education

Currently enrolled as a Senior or Graduate studentMajor or previous coursework in Fashion Design, Costume Design, Apparel Design, Textile Design, Print Design, or related field

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below:

Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, taking at least one class at the time of application posting, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.Be at least 18 years of agePossess unrestricted work authorizationPossess a valid US driver’s license and have the ability to operate a company vehicleHave not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College ProgramAble to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship

Additional Information

Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelinesAble 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 Interns through American Campus Communities. For more information, click here.

Recommendation - Print This Role Description: We encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it if they are selected for an interview. Please note that this role description is not accessible once the posting is closed.

The pay rate for Orlando, FL is $18.75 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.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Live Entertainment

Job Posting Primary Business:

Costuming, Talent Casting, & Business Integration (DLE)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Creative Intern, Other, Production Intern, Stage Productions Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-02-16