Internship Details
- Job Title: Walt Disney World Summer Program
- Start Date: 2011
- Length: Internship (1-4 Months)
- Location: Florida,
USA - Salary: Less than £10,000
- Roles: Business Management, Leisure and Hospitality, Marketing, Media
- Reviewer’s Course: Event Management
- Reviewer’s University: Manchester Metropolitan University
- Review Date:
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Job Title: Walt Disney World Summer Program
Overall Rated 9.3
★★★★★★★★★☆
The Role
- Role Description
Attractions- Operating rides, customer service, safety critical roles.
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
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I worked in Attractions at Walt Disney World Florida and worked on the rides all summer. You get trained to their high standards and learn so much.
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
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Everyone is so supportive and is willing to help you learn.
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
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Constant help and advice given.
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
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Very, very, very busy! Never a dull moment.
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
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Constantly working alone, in safety critical positions.
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
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Helps you with customer service, presenting yourself, confidence and being able to work within such a great company.
The Organisation
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
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Not an office atmosphere as always out and working.
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
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Extremely well set up, accommodation and transport.
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
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2 weeks training, Disney heritage and customer service.
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
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- International Travel
- Company Parties/Events
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
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They are always looking to rehire and there are so many companies and divisions of Disney so the opportunities are endless.
Other Information
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
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Everyone is young, friendly and looking to have an exciting summer.
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
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Good company discounts at restaurants, shops and amenities.
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
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Good places to go dance, eat and socialise.
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
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Lots of volunteering, staff events and trips.
- In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?
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Best summer placement!
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