WDI Construction Management Intern, Spring 2025

Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States
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Job Description

WDI Construction Management Intern, Spring 2025

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10098755 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Aug. 26, 2024

Job Summary:

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.

What we’re looking for…

A Construction Management Intern who will, under supervision, be responsible for managing project construction efforts ranging from a small scope on a project to multiple highly complex portfolio of diverse projects. This individual may act as a point of contact with construction vendors and contractors. They may provide technical expertise and help manage internal relationships within WDI and WDP&R entities as well as external construction vendors and contractor relationships to successfully deliver projects in accordance with budget, schedule, quality and safety.  With Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI), this individual may regularly interface with creative, technical, engineering and construction disciplines in delivery efforts throughout the life of the project.

You will have the opportunity to:

  • Manage an entire scope of a small project or scope of work (i.e., guest rooms, small enhancement projects, graphics, FF&A, restaurant, retail etc.) which is self-contained and definable, within financial parameters and to the high-quality standards of WDI/WDP&R
  • Assist with informational flow (submittals, RFI's, QA, QC)
  • Make recommendations for product and people conflict resolution and problem solving on project within their scope
  • Assist in finalizing budget
  • Play an active role in preparing professional bid packages
  • Manage relationships with owner/operator
  • Be involved in natural disaster coordination

We are looking for…

  • Understanding of the Project Development process
  • Understanding of scheduling, budgeting and quality control
  • Organization skills
  • Task management
  • Expanded computer proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the Internet
  • Must possess valid driver’s license
  • Preferred Training/Education
  • Previous related experience in a professional work setting

Required Education

Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher, or graduated within 6 months from an accredited college/university, earning a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field.

Internship Eligibility

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

  • 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 OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
  • Provide full work availability for the duration of the internship
  • Be at least 18 years of age​
  • Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program. ​
  • Possess unrestricted work authorization​
  • Location – This internship is located in Orlando, FL
  • Program length - The approximate dates of this internship are January 2025 through June 2025
  • Housing - We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here
  • Transportation - Must have reliable transportation to/from work​