The Disney Cultural Exchange Program is a two- to three-month experience.
Participants of this program have the opportunity to develop real-world experience while working in front-line roles at our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels. This experience provides international students the opportunity to spend their summer break working at Walt Disney World® experiencing the Disney magic.
You'll also be immersed in different cultures from around the world, connect with industry experts and build lifelong relationships – all as you live at Flamingo Crossings Village, owned and managed by American Campus Communities.
To participate in the Cultural Exchange Program, you must:
- Speak English fluently
- Be at least 18 years of age to apply
- Be receptive to Disney Look guidelines
- You must be fully available to work Sunday through Saturday, including days and nights, holidays and overtime
- Applicants must be currently enrolled full time and pursuing a degree at an accredited post-secondary, classroom based academic institution physically located outside the United States
- Have successfully completed at least one semester, or equivalent, of post-secondary academic study.
** Note the most updated qualifications will be listed on the application when it is posted. **
Candidates are required to attend a presentation and in-person interview in one of the following countries: Brazil, Canada, France, India, Hong Kong, Mexico, Peru, Singapore, Thailand, or United Kingdom.
Eligibility and requirements are a bit different for those coming on the Australia/New Zealand Cultural Exchange Program. Check out this article for more information: What is the Australia/New Zealand Cultural Exchange Program?
No matter what you're studying in school, we have a role that matches your interests, skills, and goals – all while interacting with guests and sharing your culture.
Roles in this program may include:
The Bridge USA J-1 Visa program is for educational and cultural exchange designated by the Department of State. Since its establishment as part of the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (The Fulbright-Hays Act), the program has served as a valuable and important diplomatic tool of U.S. foreign policy. Its mission – to increase mutual understanding between Americans and people of other countries – remains vital to U.S. national security and building people-to-people connections around the world.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. has been designated as a J-1 Summer Work Travel Program Sponsor by the U.S. Department of State. This allows Disney to both sponsor your J-1 Visa and cultural exchange and provide your employment and educational opportunities for a seamless Disney programs experience.
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