So
I previously included a link to a Professional Question and Answer
session recruiters held on Twitter. (see post here: Disney
Professional Interns Twitter Q&A) While looking around
twitter I noticed that not all the twitter answers were
included in the link that Disney provided from their Twitter Q&A
session.
It looks like there were additional questions asked and answered so I figured I would compile the other questions answered by Disney Recruiters here. I have grouped them into related questions. In addition, a couple of the answers from the Disney recruiters (@WayneH1991 and @JulianaDisneyPI) didn't have corresponding questions, so I've included their answers, but the question is missing so in some cases I've made an educated guess at what the question might have been. Enjoy!
Applying
for internships (eg when to apply)
Q:
When will summer opportunities be available to view & apply for?
A:
Posting timelines will vary so we recommend checking the website
regularly for summer opportunities.
How
many internships can we apply to?
There
is not a limit, apply for roles you’re interested in and qualified
for, just stay focused in your job search
Do
you happen to know if there will be any ESPN/ABC News internships for
rising college seniors for summer?
We
anticipate internships in both those areas next summer, and will post
them on our website later this Fall
Most
of your summer production internships are for undergrads. Will there
be great opportunities for grads next year?
Every
summer, we offer exciting internship opportunities. Please
visit http://www.disneyinterns.com this
Spring to learn more
I'm
in my senior year graduating with degree in computer animation. When
can I apply?
Students
typically apply one semester prior to participation. Eligibility
includes students and recent grads.
Can
you apply for a PI your sophomore year in college, or should you wait
until closer to senior year?
Be
sure to review the qualifications in the posting. Some require
specific academic levels, but not all do.
If
I attend a school that is on the quarter system, can the internship
schedule be different than what is on the job description?
Our
internships are compatible with academic calendars for quarter
schools. Specific dates are given at offer.
When
are the ESPN internship opportunities for Spring or Summer 2015 in
Bristol, Connecticut posted?
Spring
Positions will be posted this weekend, and Summer positions will be
posted just after the new year
Do
you have the same PI job positions for both the spring and fall?
Internship
opportunities may vary each season, so please
visit http://www.disneyinterns.com for
all current openings
Is
applying for a professional internship a better idea at the beginning
or nearing the end of a persons college education
Most
PI's are looking for a minimum of Junior level status, so see the job
descriptions for more details
How
can I still apply for an opportunity with Disney if I've passed the
graduation max requirement?
hose
who graduated over 6 months ago are not eligible for internships so
check out http://DisneyCareers.com for
jobs
College
Program
Can
you apply for a CP and a PI at the same time? If you get accepted to
both can you do the PI instead?
Of
course! If you receive multiple offers we will work with you to
determine the best role for you.
Is
it possible to get a PI without first having completed DCP? Or do
they have first priority?
While
there are some Parks roles that do require the CP, there are also
many that do not across the Company
Does
having previous experience as a College Program Intern help when
trying to apply for a Disney Professional Internship?
CP
experience is a great way to learn our Culture, network with leaders,
and prepare for the next step in your Career
No
Question (probably something like, can you apply for both a CP and
PI)
You
can apply for both the CP and PI, and if offered both would make your
selection at the time of offer
I'm
graduating this semester, hopefully doing the college program in the
spring, can I apply after that internship?
You
are able to complete two internships back to back if selected
Cover
Letters/Resumes
Q:
Is it better to write a general cover letter if you plan to apply to
multiple positions or write specific letters for each?
A:
Be sure the position requires a cover letter. If so and the positions
are very similar, one cover letter is fine.
What
is your FAVORITE thing to see in a cover letter?
Be
sure that a cover letter is required. If so, highlight your passion
for Disney and your qualifications.
If
you have different resumes on your profile, can you choose which one
is attached to each application?
Yes,
you can customize each resume for each application, or use one resume
for all applications
Interviews
Q:
If we apply for both Alumni Only & Alumni Only Events positions,
do we still get one screening for all positions?
A:
Only one phone screen is needed. Some positions may then require
additional steps such as another interview.
Top
3 tips for a phone screen?
Have
confidence, share relevant experience to the role, and be
professional throughout the interview
Do
interviewers work around your schedule for phone interviews?
If
selected for an interview, you and your interviewer will work
together to select the best time for both parties
No
Question Listed (Probably something like: what are the number of
interview for each position?)
The
number of interviews will depend on the role, anywhere from 1 - 3
interviews on average per position.
Time
Frame/Dashboard
Q:
I applied for a position after interviewing for another. The status
bar moved to "In Progress". Am I being considered?
A:
In progress shows that your application is under review by the
recruitment team, and you are in consideration
After
submitting the application, what's the usual time frame to hear back
for a further step with the application?
Typically,
our Spring decisions will be made by late November/early December
Under
my application status I see an eight step procress chart. As an
applicant, what are those steps?
imelines
can vary depending on the position, and range from application
submission through final selection
How
long are the Internships, in the Spring? Is it based on Semester or
quarter system? Thanks :)
Internship
lengths can vary between 4 and 7 months on average
I
applied thru the Disney Hub , but I left recently , will I be able to
still check the status of the app
You
should still be able to view your dashboard by signing in through the
external site, http://DisneyInterns.com
Other
Questions
What
is the number one thing an applicant can do to stand out?
Be
sure to review the qualifications for the internships for which you
have applied and know why you meet them.
Besides experience in their field, what are some things students gain from an internship at Disney
Learning
from industry experts and networking with leaders from across the
Company are two unique components
What
are some of the classes given during the program ?
Classes
are not offered as part of Disney Professional Internships.
Is
is appropriate to add recruiters on LinkedIn?
Not
all Recruiters will accept all Linked In requests but be sure to
include an intro when requesting.
Who
do I contact about an internship in Archives and corporate record
keeping!
For
questions about any of our internships, you can contact
wdpr.professional.interns@disney.com
Generally
how any applicants are there per program
We
do not have a specific number, and welcome as many qualified
applicants that choose to apply
Can
experience hurt you? For example, work in theme parks for an extended
period of time
Previous
experience is a great way to showcase your knowledge of the field by
telling us your story
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