HTM Disney College Program
Disney College Program Information
The Disney College Program team is proud to offer students from across the country the opportunity to participate in our one-of-a-kind Living, Learning and Earning experience.
You can also learn more on the Disney College Program at their official social media sites: Facebook ,Twitter, YouTube
Overview
Are you a college student who is looking for:
- A paid internship opportunity that will stand out on a résumé?
- A chance to work with world-renowned leadership and gain useful, transferable skills?
- A custom-designed learning curriculum that offers opportunity to gain college credit?
- An opportunity to meet people from around the world, make lifelong friends, and have fun?
As a part of the Disney College Program at the Disneyland® Resort in Anaheim, California, or Walt Disney World® Resort near Orlando, Florida, participants can take part in the internship of a lifetime!
Why should I participate?
- Experience a full-time internship with the company ranked the best place to start a career - the Walt Disney Company.
- Study the areas of business management, marketing, finance, tourism, leisure, hospitality and sociology/psychology
- Learn in exciting locations: Walt Disney World® Resort in Orlando, Florida and Disneyland in Anaheim, California.
- Excellent Housing
- Career advancement opportunities
- Highly experienced Disney University faculty plus the opportunity to meet senior Disney executives
Will I receive college credit?
GVSU Credits Available while on the Disney College Program:
- HTM 281 & 282 (open to all students regardless of major).
- These courses are 2 credits each.
- HTM students will also complete the HTM 290, HTM 390, or HTM 490 internship.
- Non HTM majors should meet with their academic advisors to see if internship credits are available in your major department.
What are the requirements?
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Have good academic standing
- Pass a background check at their local police station
- Recommended by school
- Have English language proficiency
- Pass an interview from Disney staff and GVSU staff
Who do I contact?
Visit the Disney College Program website for more information: https://www.disneycollegeprogram.com
For GVSU Students interested in the Disney College Program, please contact:
Dr. Kristen Jack
Hospitality & Tourism Management Department
213C Richard M. DeVos Center
(616) 331-3167
Dept. Phone: (616) 331-3118
Dept. Fax: (616) 331-3115
[email protected]