Conservation Education Operations Intern, Spring 2027
Job Summary:
About the Role & Program:
Make an impact in the field of Conservation Education by supporting a frontline team at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park or Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge! Work side-by-side with our Education Coordinators to build meaningful Guest experiences focused on conservation and culture.
The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 - June 2027
What You Will Do:
On a typical day in this internship, you will…
- Mentor a team of Education Presenter interns and International Cultural Representatives.
- Support onstage operations through active communication, problem-solving and a proven understanding of interpretive techniques.
- Get results by coordinating and implementing a variety of projects striven to sustain and improve the existing Guest experience.
- Interact with Guests through Magical Moments, formal presentations and one-on-one interactions!
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Proven passion for wildlife conservation and conservation education.
- Prior experience engaging with the public in a learning setting (i.e. zoo, aquarium, museum, science center or classroom).
- 3 months of formal or informal leadership experience.
- Excellent oral/written communication skills.
- MUST have participated in an Animals, Science and Environment Professional Internship OR Walt Disney World College Program prior to applying.
- A valid U.S. driver’s license.
- Candidate must be willing and able to operate a company vehicle under inclement weather, including minimal lighting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
- Experience working with a multi-cultural team or in an international setting.
- Experience in Adobe Creative Suite.
- Formal facilitation experience.
- Ability to speak more than one language.
Education:
- Junior or Senior year preferred
- Major or previous coursework in Life or Environmental Sciences, Biology, Zoology, Education, Recreation, Communications or related field
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 OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
- Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information:
- Fully available for the duration of the internship (approximately 40 hours each week)
- Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
- Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
- Limited housing opportunities may be available for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here
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The pay rate for this role in Florida is $23.60 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.
About Walt Disney World Resort:
Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.
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