Job Posting Title:

WDI Show Control Hardware Intern, Orlando, Summer/Fall 2026

Req ID:

10140729

Job Description:

About the Role & Program

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 December 2026 and will be located in Orlando, FL.   

What You Will Do

We are looking for a Show Control Hardware intern to work with the team responsible for bringing all show elements of our attractions to life! As an intern on the team, you will have the opportunity to:

Prepare, under supervision, basic engineering design and calculationProvide general engineering support to Lead Engineers

Required Qualifications & Skills

Hands on experience with industrial control systemsFamiliarity with control hardware design systemsFamiliarity with PLCsInterest in working in a "test and adjust" construction environmentAbility to work as a member of a technical teamComputer literacy with MS Office productsValid Driver’s License required

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with MatLab and/or UMLAutoCad and/or SolidWorks experienceExperience with RevitExperience working in a professional engineering environment

Education

Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university earning a degree majoring in Engineering, studying Electrical, Electronics or Software Engineering, or related field

Preferred Education

Successful completion of fundamental Electrical, Electronics or Software Engineering courses

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 Internship​Be at least 18 years of age​Possess unrestricted work authorization​Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program 

Additional Information

Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work Fully available for the duration of the internshipWe provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here  The pay rate for this role as an Undergraduate student in FL is $31 per hour. The pay rate for this role as a Graduate student is $36 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:

WDI Creative Development

Job Posting Primary Business:

Show Systems (WDI)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Engineering Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-01-20