WDI Show Mechanical Design & Production Intern, Glendale, Spring 2027

Disney Experiences, through Walt Disney Imagineering, creates immersive theme parks, resorts, attractions, cruise ships, and entertainment experiences worldwide. The Mechanical Design & Production Intern will support mechanical design and hands-on production for special effects, animatronics, and show action equipment, including prototype fabrication, assembly, integration, troubleshooting, and collaboration with Quality Control and Engineering.

What you'll do:

• Contribute to mechanical design, design reviews, drawing /documentation, and ensuring designs meet creative standards. (SolidWorks or similar CAD package)
• Assist with mechanical fabrication and assembly under supervision
• Support project goals including mock-ups, integrations, and troubleshooting
• Work with Quality Control and Engineering to resolve issues
• Suggest process improvements and show initiative
• Foster teamwork and uphold communication and integrity standards

What they're looking for:

• • Familiarity with machining, welding, and mechanical assembly
• • Hands-on experience through industry, school, or club projects
• • Proficient in basic fabrication tools and interpreting measurement instruments
• • Able to read and understand technical drawings
• • Strong problem-solving and attention to detail
• • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• • Eagerness to take on new challenges and learn from team members
• • Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university earning a degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related program
• • 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

Benefits:

• Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits.