Posted:
8/28/2024, 3:25:15 PM
Location(s):
Florida, United States
Experience Level(s):
Internship
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
Job Posting Title:
WDI Ride Engineering Intern, Spring 2025Req ID:
10099581Job Description:
About the Role & Program
Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of teams that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, we blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe!
Ride Engineers build the most advanced systems that create magical and immersive attractions around the world. We work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment to develop unique experiences. The studio is comprised of Control (Software and Hardware) and Mechanical departments to accomplish that goal.
What You Will Do
As a Ride Engineering Intern who will work within the WDI studio which designs and develops rides that provide memorable moving experiences to Disney’s Guests worldwide. The intern may be involved in various project phases from concept to detailed design to testing. Although the Ride Engineering intern is responsible for various engineering activities, emphasis is placed on learning. Throughout the internship, the Ride Engineering Intern will be exposed to experts in various engineering disciplines. You will have the opportunity to:
Be part of an engineering team involved in ride system development, prototyping, simulation, or testing for a specific attraction or development project
Provide mechanical analysis of components and systems
Assist in the design of mechanisms and machines
Perform CAD model manipulation and creation!
Provide ride system interface information to other groups within Imagineering
Required Qualifications & Skills
Ability to understand and implement basic mechanical system design and their associated control system elements
Ability to understand and adapt general engineering principles
Ability to prepare technical documents and CAD drawings
Possess basic knowledge of mechanical components and manufacturing processes
Proven understanding of SolidWorks
Ability to perform basic calculations in:
Statics and dynamics
Kinematics
Strength of material
energy
Preferred Qualifications
Basic understanding of systems modeling, vibrations, and composites
Hands-on experience building and testing mechanisms, machines, or vehicles
Solid understanding of Matlab
Education
Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher or graduated within the past 6 months from an accredited college/university earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or related
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
Be at least 18 years of age
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information
Location - This internship is located in Orlando, FL
Program length - The approximate dates of this internship are January 2025 through June 2025
Housing - (Florida ONLY) We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities.
Transportation - Must have reliable transportation to/from work
Job Posting Segment:
WDI DeliveryJob Posting Primary Business:
Project Design & Delivery (WDI)Primary Job Posting Category:
Engineering InternEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Lake Buena Vista, FL, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2024-08-29Website: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/
Headquarter Location: Burbank, California, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1923
IPO Status: Private