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Disneyland Electrical Engineering Intern, Fall 2025

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Anaheim

AI generated summary

  • You must understand electronics, PLC software, and testing. Have hands-on experience, strong skills, a 3.0 GPA, valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation. Ensure availability for 40 hours, Mon-Fri.
  • You will design and test control systems, analyze solutions collaboratively, conduct design reviews, ensure compliance, and communicate project status effectively.

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of electronic principles, software, and computer systems and ability to troubleshoot electronic components and computer-based systems at the hardware, software, and system level.
  • Understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) software and develop test plans for validation.
  • Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, DMMs, and function generators.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Demonstrated/proven strong leadership, technical and interpersonal skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Must possess a valid US driver’s license and have the availability to work various shifts commensurate with project requirements.
  • Currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior or Graduate student at an accredited college/university, earning a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Cumulative overall GPA of 3.0 or higher (no rounding).
  • Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship. Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Possess unrestricted work authorization.
  • Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.
  • Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship.
  • Fully available Monday thru Friday, PST for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week.
  • Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Anaheim, CA area.
  • Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work.

Responsibilities

  • Design, test, document and sustain hardware and software control systems in the role of Controls Engineer to support Show and Park-wide systems at the Disneyland Resort and other Disney parks.
  • Develop solutions and analyze situations using non-linear thinking and collaboration with project engineers.
  • Participate in project estimating, scheduling, planning, and training.
  • Perform in system, software, and electrical hardware design reviews and ride system hazard analyses, including fault tree analysis & Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
  • Comply with all applicable company, state, and Federal legal codes, policies, and regulations.
  • Provide timely, clear, concise communication to management, customers, partners, and team members about work status and impact to resort availability using appropriate communication means and documentation to advise related support groups.

FAQs

What are the dates for the Disneyland Electrical Engineering Internship?

The approximate dates for this internship are June 2025 to December 2025.

Is this internship full-time?

Yes, this is a full-time position, and interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in Anaheim, California, United States.

What level of education is required for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior, or Graduate student at an accredited college/university, pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.

What is the minimum GPA requirement for this internship?

Candidates must have a cumulative overall GPA of 3.0 or higher (no rounding).

What technical skills are required for this internship?

A strong understanding of electronic principles, software, and computer systems, as well as troubleshooting capabilities at the hardware, software, and system level, are required.

Are prior internship experiences preferred?

Yes, prior related work experience is desired, including co-op/intern programs with a focus on Electrical Engineering.

What is the pay rate for this internship?

The pay rate for this role is $30.00 per hour for undergraduates and $35.00 per hour for graduate students in California.

Are there any housing provisions for interns?

Interns must be able to provide their own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Anaheim, CA area.

Is transportation provided for this internship?

No, interns must provide their own reliable transportation to and from work.

What is the work schedule like for this internship?

Interns must be fully available Monday through Friday, PST, for 40 hours each week throughout the duration of the internship.

Are there any specific appearance guidelines that interns must follow?

Yes, interns must comply with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.

Is there any flexibility in work hours or shifts?

Interns must have availability to work various shifts commensurate with project requirements.

Do interns need to have work authorization?

Yes, interns must possess unrestricted work authorization.

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