Payroll Operations Intern, Spring 2025

The Walt Disney Company

Nov 6

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
People, HR & Administration
Accounting & Tax
Celebration

Requirements

Exceptional time management skills – A self-starter who is able to thrive working independently, able to prioritize a high-volume workload and learn new programs/applications quickly in a fast-paced environment
Possess strong analytical and research skills; Needs to have a sound understanding of and enjoy working with numbers
Insight to and/or previous payroll experience
Willingness to learn, go above and beyond and be open to feedback for growth
Possess strong leaderships skills, takes initiative and has a desire for continuous improvement
Excellent customer service skills, ability to partner with various organizations and people across the company
Comfortable handling confidential and sensitive information
Previous experience using a tracker - Excellent oral/written communication skills
Proficiency working in a Windows environment; Must be confident in Microsoft Office and possess very strong Word (mail merges) and Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups, macros)
Passion for The Walt Disney Company
SAP Experience
Payroll Training and/or Payroll Certification
Previous work and/or internship experience
GPA of 3.5 or higher
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
Undergraduate students in their Junior or Senior year preferred, or a recent graduate within 6 months of graduation date
Major or previous coursework in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field
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

Responsibilities

Process uploads and run off-cycle payments in SAP
Safeguard company assets
Handle emails and concerns related to pay
Assist with direct deposits, returned payroll checks, deductions and in office daily mail
Complete an end-of-internship process improvement project
Assist with quota report processing

FAQs

What is the duration of the Payroll Operations Internship?

The Payroll Operations Internship is a full-time, six-month commitment from January 2025 to June 2025.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in Celebration, Florida, United States, specifically in the Orlando, FL area.

What are the required qualifications for the internship?

Candidates must possess exceptional time management skills, strong analytical and research skills, prior payroll experience, excellent customer service skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office, among other qualifications.

Are there specific academic requirements for applicants?

Yes, applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college/university, preferably in their Junior or Senior year, or a recent graduate within 6 months of graduation, with coursework in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Is housing provided for the interns?

While interns must provide their own housing and reliable transportation, limited housing opportunities are available for Florida-based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities.

What are the working hours for this internship?

Interns are expected to work full-time hours, approximately 40 hours per week, for the duration of the internship.

Can I apply if I have previous Disney internship experience?

Candidates must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program to be eligible for this opportunity.

What skills will I develop during this internship?

As a Payroll Operations Intern, you will gain experience in processing payroll using SAP, handling pay-related inquiries, and completing a process improvement project, among other responsibilities.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this internship?

Yes, preferred qualifications include SAP experience, payroll training or certification, previous work or internship experience, and a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

What should I do if I want to apply for the position?

Interested candidates can apply for the position by following the application process outlined in the job posting.

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