About the role#
As a Store Planning Intern at the Disneyland Resort, you will connect Operations teams with Merchandise teams. You will help devise strategies and manage product flow to ensure each shop tells a unique story. The goal is to help guests recreate their park experiences at home through the products they purchase.
What you'll do#
- Analyze business reports and key performance indicators to improve sales and guest experiences.
- Provide strategic feedback to Merchandise Strategy and Merchandise Planning teams.
- Build and maintain relationships with Operations teams to implement merchandise plans.
- Collaborate with Product Strategy and Visual Presentation teams to adapt offerings for seasonal events and quarterly updates.
- Review upcoming product strategies, select items for specific shops, and create floor plans and product flow calendars.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university, with senior year preferred.
- Majors in Business Administration, Finance, Mathematics, or related fields.
- Genuine passion for retail and merchandise.
- Knowledge of merchandise planning, financials, forecasting, and trend analysis.
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables.
- Ability to create and present PowerPoint decks.
- Strong partnership, coaching, and leadership abilities.
- Proven experience setting priorities and meeting deadlines.
- Retail experience and knowledge of retail math are preferred.
- Must be at least 18 years old with unrestricted work authorization.
- Ability to comply with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.
- Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship based in Anaheim, California.
- The term runs from January 11, 2027, to June 4, 2027.
- The pay rate for this position is $23.00 per hour.
- Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
About The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company operates as a diversified international media and entertainment enterprise. Its business segments include Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. The company produces movies, television programs, and consumer products while managing theme parks and resorts. It maintains headquarters in Burbank, California, and employs over 193,000 people.
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