Wdi Show Programming Intern, Fall 2023

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.

A day in the life…

As a Show Programming intern you will work within WDI Show Programming which is a one-stop shop for prototypical design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, figure finishing, installation, show sequencing and animation. This is the group that “creates the illusion of life” within our attractions to tell amazing stories. This department includes managers, technical specialists and engineers who provide delivery of not only high-quality audio-animatronics but help to bring the stories to life in our Disney theme parks. You will have the opportunity to:

• Partner with the show Art Director and other Show Programmers to program special effects, audio, animated props and show action equipment
• Work closely with other Show Programmers to operate and maintain Animation & Show Programming system’s highly specialized hardware and software tools
• Assist in developing or maintaining show programming tools
• Learn proprietary software packages
• Organize, secure, and maintain show data created by the Animators and Show Programmers

What We Are Looking For…

• Ability to think outside the box
• Ability to function in a dynamic work environment, managing multiple project tasks
• Ability to provide basic technical support for show control applications
• Basic Knowledge of show control systems, and theatrical automation systems
• Ability to work with limited supervision but be able to integrate inputs from many individuals and work as a team member
• High tolerance for change and changing requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Desired scripting knowledge: Python, Lua
• Experience with Game Engines can be beneficial
• Desired software knowledge/familiarity among several of the following: TAIT Navigator, Alcorn Winscript, Q-Sys, Unreal, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premier, MS Excel

Required Education

• Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher in, or graduated within the past 6 months from, an accredited college/university earning a degree majoring in: computer animation; industrial automation control programming; theatrical automation systems; or related field.

The pay rate for this internship in California is $25.50 per hour for undergraduate students and $26.50 per hour for graduate students

Additional Information

• Transportation-- Must have reliable transportation to/from work
• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
• Program length-- The approximate dates of this internship are August/September 2023 through January 2024
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Housing-- Must provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Glendale, CA area