WDI Dimensional Design Intern, Summer/Fall 2026

About the Role & Program

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.

The approximate date of this internship is May/June 2026 to December 2026 and will be located in Glendale, CA. 

What You Will Do

We are seeking a Dimensional Designer Intern who will be responsible for developing tools, techniques, and systems that support the design and delivery process at Walt Disney Imagineering! We are seeking an upbeat and experienced model builder who is familiar with various types of model making such as physical dimensional models, architectural, miniatures, and digital 3D models as well as full-size mock-ups/prototypes. This individual must possess a good sense of design and have the ability to visualize and translate from two-dimensional information to three-dimensional product. The Dimensional Designer Intern will support others and develop a strong collaboration with related teams (Architecture, Production Design, Show Set Design, Special Effects, etc.). As an intern on the team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Assist team wherever needed, applying basic model building skills
• Take direction from more experienced Dimensional Designers to build physical models
• Support team presentations with creating presentation boards and set-up of meeting spaces
• Learn the art of three dimensional and digital model building
• Confirm design collaborate with Creative, A&E and D&P fields
• Partner with dimensional design team in model efforts
• Support mock-up and staging efforts as required
• Report on design and production progress to schedule and budget to senior team leadership
• Communicate with more senior level Dimensional Designers for status updates of schedule progress, design inputs required, completion of design breakthroughs, etc.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Basic understanding of drawings
• Handling of artwork for presentations including cutting of mats, printing, and dry mounting to boards
• Skills in using hand and power tools
• Ability to translate two dimensional information into three dimensional format
• Appreciation for an integrated design experience with multiple disciplines
• Valid Driver’s License Required

Preferred Qualifications

• Architectural model making background (digital and/or physical models)
• Previous intern experience
• Experience in theater, theme park design, production and installation

Materials Required

• A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your resume. Applications without a portfolio link on the resume will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position. Please visit our support site for additional information.

Education

• Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university earning a degree majoring in theater, fine arts, environmental design, 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 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

• Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work 
• Must be fully available for the duration of the internship
• Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship in Glendale, CA 

The pay rate for this role in Glendale, CA is $26.50 per hour for undergraduate students and $27.50 per hour for graduate level students. 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.