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Since 1916 - Year 83
Issue 16: February 19, 1999
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Since 1916 - Year 83 |
Issue 16: February 19, 1999 |
College Students Can Ring in the Year 2000 On the Walt Disney World College Program
Disney Offers the Internship Experience of the New Millennium
Provided by Walt Disney World
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.-State University of New York- Albany students can kick off a 15-month celebration of the new millennium by participating on the Walt Disney World College Program this fall.
Walt Disney World College Recruiters will conduct a presentation at SUNY-Albany on Tuesday, February 23 at 6 PM in Lecture Center 18 to select students to experience a semester-long internship in Orlando, Florida. Recruiters will be interviewing for positions available on both the Summer 1999 and Fall 1999-2000 programs. Students must be in good standing and must attend the presentation to be eligible for an interview.
The Walt Disney World College Program is a unique internship opportunity for students to LIVE, LEARN AND EARN at the WALT DISNEY Resort and gain practical knowledge of the entertainment and hospitality industry. Students from over 600 colleges and universities across the nation will help celebrate the approach of the new millennium at the Walt Disney Resort.
Unique millennium festivities will be centered at Epcot as it introduces a completely new nighttime spectacular, filled with lasers, fireworks and special effects. In addition to other grand spectacles and special entertainment, countries and companies from around the world will be invited top showcase ways they are making significant contributions to the new millennium.
Open to all full-time undergraduate students of any major, WALT DISNEY WORLD College Program is a unrivaled internship opportunity for any student, as well as a great resume builder. College Program Alumni Brian Kanter from SUNY-Albany participated during the Summer 1998 program as a Guest Relation Host. "The College Program changed me," said Brian, "Disney taught me that anything is possible. Whatever you dream in fact may come true."
The LIVING EXPERIENCE consists of students residing in company-sponsored housing with other College Program students from all across the United States and allows for interaction with International students from all over the world.
The LEARNING EXPERIENCE includes seven business seminars directed by Disney University professionals. Students will learn about the history of the Walt Disney Company, the fundamentals of Disney leadership and the philosophies of unequaled guest service. Students also have the opportunity to attend a Speaker's Forum. These seminars are conducted by Disney Professionals and are a great opportunity for career growth with topics generated by student's interests. These areas include seminars on Advertising, Marketing, Human Resources and many others.
The EARNing experience places students in positions at the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney - MGM Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom and other WALT DISNEY WORLD Resort areas. Students can experience the magic and dynamics of a Fortune 100 company by working in such positions as merchandise, food and beverages, attractions, transportation, park greeter, custodial, recreation and hospitality.
Students who complete the program graduate "Disney Style" and receive a DUCKtorate degree, a Mousters degree or a Certificate of Recognition upon successful completion of the above three program components.
The Walt Disney World College Program offers a number of Advanced Internship opportunities for students who successfully complete the program. These Advanced Internships are focused on such ares as Finance, Marketing, Advertising and many more. College Program Alumni are encouraged to attend and apply for the Advanced Internships at the College Program presentation, There are also a limited number of Advanced Internships for students who have not participated in the College Program. Students who qualify in areas of high specialization such as Biology, Horticulture and Animal Programs are encouraged to apply.
For more information on the Walt Disney World College Program or requirements for and listings of Advanced Internships, please call 1-800-722-2930 or visit our web site: www.careermosaic.com/cm/wdw/wdw1.html