Job Posting Title:

WDI Electrical Engineering Intern, Glendale, Summer 2026

Req ID:

10140503

Job Description:

Be a part of an innovative team and culture…

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

The approximate date of this internship is May/June 2026 to August/September 2026 and will be located in Glendale, CA.  

What You Will Do

We are looking for an Electrical Engineering intern who is interested in working within the department responsible for electrical engineering including design, analysis, calculations and specifications for low and medium voltage 3-phase power distribution systems; emergency power, generators and UPS standby systems; lighting systems and controls; fire alarm systems; communication systems; and HVAC controls for an individual facility/attraction, area development, land, or theme park project. As an intern on the team you will have the opportunity to:

Assist with electrical engineering design and calculation tasks for a single project under senior staff supervisionMake decisions within established guidelines and provide, under close supervision, engineering design and analysis in support of the production of construction contract documents

Required Qualifications & Skills

General knowledge of the electrical engineering curriculum, with concentration in the areas of 3-phase power distribution and short circuit analysisKnowledge of electrical load and energy calculations and basic electrical engineering calculationsProficient in the use of 3D CAD technology

Preferred Qualifications

Active membership in IEEE, IES, or IAEI

Education

Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university earning a degree in Electrical Engineering

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 posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney InternshipBe at least 18 years of agePossess unrestricted work authorizationHave not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.

Additional Information

Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work Must be fully available for the duration of the internshipAble to provide own housing for the duration of the internship in Glendale, CAThe pay rate for this role in Glendale, CA is $31 per hour for undergraduate students and $36 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 Posting Segment:

WDI Global Business Operations & Strategy

Job Posting Primary Business:

Design Mgmt & Engineering (WDI)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Engineering Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-01-13