The Disney College Program Podcast

In our season finale, meet Rachel, a Program Experience Associate on the Disney Programs Learning team! A Disney College Program alum who turned her internship into a full-time role, Rachel shares her journey from participant to professional and offers insight into the learning opportunities that make the program so special. From career-building sessions to personal development offerings, she show...

Meet Ethan, a Quick Service Food & Beverage participant serving up smiles at Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios!  In this episode, he dives into what it’s like working in one of the busiest dining locations on property, his journey to becoming a trainer and the lessons he’s learned along the way. From teamwork to guest interactions, Ethan shares how the Disney College Program has helped...

Meet Shaela-Ashley, an HBCU Cohort participant and content creator who’s making magic both on and off the clock! In this episode, she shares what it’s like balancing life as an influencer while participating in the Disney College Program. Tune in for her advice on staying true to yourself, building your brand and making the most of every opportunity the program has to offer. Welcome to season six...

Meet Baylee, an entertainment cast member who is currently on her second Disney College Program! She’s sharing the wisdom she’s gained along the way, from lessons learned during her first program to how she’s making the most of her experience this time around. Welcome to season six of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we explore all things life on the Disney College Program! For more than...

Meet Kylea and Andre, two Disney College Program participants with creative backgrounds and big dreams of continuing their careers with Disney after their programs. Welcome to season five of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this unique internship experience has brought magic makers to Walt Disney Wo...

Chris, a Disney College Program participant studying marketing, joins Kayla, a Disney College Program alumna working in marketing, to talk about how their programs have helped them on their career journeys. Welcome to season five of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this unique internship experience...

Meet Tasia and Tyreah, two alumnae of the Disney College Program HBCU Cohort Powered by Disney on the Yard who are currently continuing their Disney careers as Guest Experience Managers at Walt Disney World Resort. Welcome to season five of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this unique internship exp...

Meet Gabbie and Abby, two current Disney College Program participants! Hear about what inspired them to apply for their programs, what arrival week is like and how they feel the program is positively impacting their professional development. Welcome to season four of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years,...

What’s it like moving from Puerto Rico to Florida for the Disney College Program? Hear from current participants Roschelle and Mei to find out! Welcome to season five of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this unique internship experience has brought magic makers to Walt Disney World® Resort from acro...

Disney College Program participants get access to exclusive learning offerings designed for professional and personal development. We’re talking to Zac and John, two participants on the road to 100 learning hours, to discover what makes these unique offerings special. Welcome to season four of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Progr...

How do you make friends on the Disney College Program? What about professional connections? We’re sitting down with Carson and Brandon, two current participants, to find out! Welcome to season four of The Disney Colllege Program Podcast, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this unique internship experience has brought magic makers to Wal...

Started on the Disney College Program and now they’re AMBASSADORS! Walt Disney World Ambassadors Shannon and Serena join Holly and Destiny to talk about their Disney career journeys how they still use the skills from their College Program in their roles today. Welcome to season three of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For...

Disney College Program recruiters are BACK on campus! Recruiter Savone, Disney Programs Representative Maya and their team might just be visiting your college or university. Welcome to season three of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this unique internship experience has brought magic makers to Walt...

So what’s the Disney College Program really like? We’re sitting down with two current participants to find out! Welcome to season three of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this unique internship experience has brought magic makers to Walt Disney World® Resort from across the country and many partici...

Walt Disney first said, “It requires people to make the dream a reality.” Today, we’re we’re kicking back with Disney College Program alumni who not only made those dreams come true during their programs but are also bringing their professional wishes to life since then! First, hear from Stephanie, who shares how her experience and transferable skills from the program helped her reach her dream ro...

From uniquely Disney learning opportunities and experiences to covering college credit and so much more - you won’t want to miss this episode! Our first guest is Josh Brasher, a Disney College Program alum who is giving back to the Program in a BIG way with unparalleled opportunities and knowledge from his journey with the Company. You’ll also hear from Nick Warner, who is participating in the Dis...

Making candy apples? Check! Tossing a coin in Cinderella’s Wishing Well? Absolutely! No matter what’s on your Disney College Program bucket list, we're ready to help you achieve it all and more. And today, we have two guests who are living their best lives at Disney! Tune in as our first guest Edwin Diaz, an aspiring Disney animator all the way from New York, shares how he’s living on his own for...

Some of the greatest things in life can come from taking a chance and trying something new. Applying to the Disney College Program helped both of our guests discover just that and gain new confidence in themselves. From viewing each day with a positive outlook to daily “pinch-me moments,” the program experience can lead to exciting opportunities and lasting memories. Our first guest is Javier More...

Welcome to season two of our miniseries where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this unique internship experience has brought magic makers to Walt Disney World® Resort from across the country and many participants go on to have lasting careers with The Walt Disney Company. Kicking off episode one of the season, you’ll hear from Reese Tate, w...

No matter where you start, there's a place for you within The Walt Disney Company! That's what both of our guests in this episode discovered through their Disney College Program experiences. First meet Emma, a current Disney College Program participant working in merchandise at Dinoland U.S.A. within Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park! Through her program she's developed friendships, working relat...

We’re there because we care! Today, we’re chatting with the team that brings uniquely Disney experiences to life for our Disney Programs participants. We go over everything from exclusive activities and learning offerings to academic and career support. On this episode you’ll hear from Quan Spratley, a Program Experience Associate who recently completed the Disney College Program and is now beginn...

Welcome to our new miniseries where we will discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this unique internship experience has brought magic makers to Walt Disney World® Resort from across the country and many participants go on to have lasting careers with The Walt Disney Company. Discussing his unique Disney College Program experience, magical moments, and...

Welcome to The Disney College Program Podcast! Each season, we’ll feature current participants, alumni, recruiters and more who will join our hosts to discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program. For more than 40 years, this unique internship experience has brought magic makers to Walt Disney World® Resort from across the country and many participants go on to have lasting careers...