About the role#
As a Show Control Software Intern with Walt Disney Imagineering, you will work on electronic systems for attractions, shows, and park-wide infrastructure. This is a full-time, paid internship running from January 2027 through June 2027. You will join a team responsible for the technical systems that power guest experiences.
What you'll do#
- Develop software for guest interactive systems.
- Lead software efforts for small projects or join a larger engineering team.
- Develop and review system requirements, specifications, and architectures.
- Design software at the module level and produce data flow diagrams.
- Write code and create software test plans.
- Participate in system testing and verify performance against requirements.
- Produce technical and user documentation for system operation and maintenance.
- Support training for show system operators and maintenance staff.
- Present project updates to management and coordinate with other engineering groups.
- Provide input on project scheduling and interface requirements for mechanical and audio systems.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Junior or higher in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
- Proficiency in scientific or real-time programming languages such as C, C++, Visual C, C#, Python, JavaScript, Ruby, or PLC programming.
- Experience with technologies including .Net, PowerShell, Unity, Unreal, Chef, MatLab, or Windows deployment.
- Understanding of software engineering principles, control systems, and hardware interfaces like circuits, relays, and serial communication.
- Problem analysis and resolution skills.
- A valid driver's license.
- At least 1 year of relevant work or internship experience is preferred.
- Experience with human interface devices like touchscreens or real-world sensing is a plus.
- Familiarity with broadcast engineering or film industry tool development is helpful.
Location & details#
- This role is on-site in either Lake Buena Vista, Florida, or Glendale, California.
- You must provide your own transportation to and from work.
- You must be fully available for the duration of the internship.
- This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
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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