About The Role & Program: Walt Disney Imagineering Character Plaster Intern

Be a part of an innovative team and culture at Walt Disney Imagineering, the creative force that
imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide.
Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology across a spectrum
of disciplines (from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical) to create immersive experiences,
memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.

This internship is scheduled to run from approximately May/June 2026 to August/September 2026 and will be
located in Orlando, FL.

What You Will Do: Character Plaster Intern

We are seeking a Character Plaster Intern who will work on “hands-on” projects and participate
with field art direction for Character Facades, Rockwork, and Hardscape assignments. This role requires an
entry-level understanding of three-dimensional creative intent, problem-solving, and their application
through the design, production, and field art direction processes. As a member of the Character Plaster team,
assignments will include participating in and sharing the design, execution, and art direction goals of the
department on both 1st and 3rd shifts. Working environments will vary from the character plaster
documentation library to elevated scaffolding platforms on construction sites.

Key Responsibilities & Opportunities:

• Sculpt clay or foam models.
• Participate in the building of rebar and lath armatures.
• Assist with concept development alongside the design team leader.
• Integrate specific design elements and apply creative problem-solving regarding materials usage into overall design packages.
• Contribute scope details for individual design elements in preparation for reviews of all show design documents.
• Participate in art direction and hands-on sculpting of cement plaster and FRP (Fiber Reinforced Polymer) for rockwork, character facades, or specialized dimensional elements in sample programs and field production projects.
• Participate in the field art direction of character pavement and data transfer to the hardscape documentation website.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Working knowledge of dimensional design and construction or set design and production.
• Successful team experiences with specific goals or objectives.
• An intuitive approach to resolving conflict and finding solutions within a team.
• Knowledge of available team resources and their effective utilization to meet creative objectives.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in three-dimensional design, sculpture, or theatrical production.
• Previous Disney experience.
• Experience reading blueprints and/or CAD files related to dimensional details and layout.
• Functional proficiency with basic hand and carpentry shop power tools.
• Knowledge of working with gypsum plaster, steel, and concrete.
• Fabrication of architectural or dimensional models.
• Participation in large-scale construction projects.

A portfolio review is recommended for this position. Please visit our support site for additional information.

Education

• Currently enrolled as a junior or higher in an accredited college/university, pursuing a degree in Theater, Fine Arts, Environmental Design, or a 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 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 program.

Additional Information

• Reliable transportation to/from work is required.
• Must be fully available for the entire duration of the internship.
• Limited housing opportunities are available for Florida-based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities (for more information, click here).

Pay Rate & Benefits

• Pay Rate: The pay rate for this role in Orlando, FL is $26.50 per hour for undergraduate students and $27.50 per hour for graduate-level students.
• Benefits: Select benefits (e.g., medical, financial, and/or other benefits) may be provided as part of the compensation package, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits, visit: Disney Careers Benefits.