Disneyland Design and Construction Strategic Sourcing Intern, Spring 2027
Job Summary:
About the Role & Program:
"We create happiness." That's our motto at Disney Experiences, and it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen! As a Strategic Sourcing intern, you will have the unique opportunity to assist with a variety of projects within our Strategic Sourcing department.
The approximate dates of this internship are January - June 2027.
Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship, with an anticipated in-person commitment of 40 hours per week.
This Internship is in Anaheim, CA.
What will you do:
Develop and implement sourcing strategies in alignment with business initiatives and priorities with an opportunity to work with Design and Construction, Facility & Operations Services and Professional Services.
Perform data analysis to find opportunities for cost reduction and value creation (improved quality, cost, service and compliance).
Perform liaison work between Strategic Sourcing and key clients, ensuring efficient bidding, contracting and award methods.
Provide support for sourcing projects, including data analysis and supplier interface.
Develop and implement eRFIs/eRFQs/eRFPs.
Perform external market assessment and opportunity analysis and participate in supplier negotiations
Develop and handle partner and supplier relationships and contract implementations
Required Qualifications & Skills:
Strong digital literacy including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent verbal and written communication and leadership skills
Ability to take ownership and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision
Professional demeanor, focused, eloquent and well organized
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
It would be great if you have/are familiar with:
Design and Construction Project Delivery
Supply Chain Management industry
Previous theme park work experience
Education:
Currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior or Graduate student at an accredited college/university, earning a Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, Finance or related.
GPA of 3.0 or higher (no rounding)
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:
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:
• Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
• Fully available Monday thru Friday, PST for the duration of the internship,40 hours each week
• Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Anaheim, CA area
• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
The pay rate for this role as an undergraduate in CA is $23.00 /hr. The pay rate for this role as a graduate student in CA is $30.40/hr. 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 Disneyland Resort:
When Walt Disney opened Disneyland on July 17, 1955, he said he hoped it would be “a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.” Since then, the Disneyland Resort has welcomed more than 800 million guests, expanding to become an approximately 500-acre, multifaceted, world-class family resort destination, complete with two renowned Disney theme parks, three hotels and the exciting shopping, dining and entertainment area known as Downtown Disney District. Through a combination of creativity, technology and innovation, the resort brings storytelling to new heights, and Disneyland Resort cast members play an integral part in bringing that Disney magic to life for thousands of guests every day.
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 Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disneyland Resort.
Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
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