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The Surprisingly Strict Disney Dress Code

Is Pluto properly groomed? Just about everyone has a dress code at work. Some are more lax than others, but few work places don’t have any requirements for dress or grooming. One of the few establishments I’d think of that wouldn’t have much in the way of a dress code would be an amusement park. I picture teenagers in t-shirts, baseball caps, and torn jeans when I think of amusement park employees. But the Disney Parks, as they are for many things, are an exception. The Disney Parks follow a dress code that originated in the 1950s. Its rules are … Continue reading →

Disney World to Pay Backed Wages

Is it as fun for them as it is for us? At first thought it might seem that for us Disney addicts working at one of the Disney parks would be a dream job. We’d spend our days surrounded by the Disney magic we love. Only I’m not so sure about that. I’d worry that my behind-the-scenes ticket to a Disney park would ruin a lot of the magic for me. Now it seems like on top of that employment at Disney World might not even meet federal standards on working conditions. The Associated Press reported at the end of … Continue reading →

Disney Internship Opportunities

At times it feels like the main focus here at the Disney blog is children – well, children and we adults who hold on to that little inner something that delights in fairy tale wonder. Given the nature of Disney’s target audience, it often feels that I have nothing to offer parents of teenagers and college-age kids. So today’s blog is for you. Do you have a child in college (or are you a college student) who loves Disney, or who considers a career in Disney a dream opportunity? Then you should think about applying for a Disney internship. Anyone … Continue reading →

Careers at Disney’s Wide World of Sports

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Disney World employment isn’t just about mice and princesses. Disney World has its own Sports & Recreation Career Center. If a career in sports is what you are looking for, Disney World’s Wide World of Sports can be a great place to break into the business. Following is a list of jobs and job descriptions that are available through Disney Sports & Recreation. Sales Management Disney’s Sales Management personnel choose the events that will be held at Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex. They determine the value of each event and select the appropriate participants for each event at Disney’s … Continue reading →

Disney Employment: The Disney Look

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Before you call the Disneyland Jobline at (800) 766-0888 or the Walt Disney World Jobline at (407) 828-1000, you’d better take a look in the mirror and make sure you’ve got the right look. That’s right. Not just any schlub can get a job working for Disney. Following are the appearance guidelines for Disney employees. If you can’t meet them then you shouldn’t bother applying. Disney employees are expected to have a clean, natural, polished and professional look. Trendy and extreme don’t cut the mustard at Disney so let your Mohawk grow out before you try to get a job … Continue reading →

Disney Interview Tips

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If you are applying through a college program, chances are your interview will be a telephone interview. If you go through the casting office, your interview will likely be face-to-face there at the Casting Office. Telephone Interview Tips Limit any background noise as much as possible. College dormitories are not known for their peace and quiet but be sure to turn off any television or music you may have playing in your room and close the door so that hallway noise doesn’t seep in. If you have a roommate, be sure that they know you are on an important phone … Continue reading →

Heroes Work Here

At a Walt Disney Company shareholder’s meeting in Kansas City last Tuesday, Disney Co. CEO Bob Iger announced a new plan for the company to hire 1,000 armed forces veterans over the next three years. “As a new generation of America’s military men and women transition into civilian life, we are increasing our commitment and support for these modern day heroes,” Iger said in a press release on the Disney corporate website. ”It’s a measure of our respect for how much they have sacrificed on our behalf, and our sincere gratitude for their extraordinary contributions to this country.” Because this … Continue reading →

Homeschoolers and Internships

If you have examined educational system in Sweden and Norway, you know that many students go into internships at a young age that prepares them for life in business or whatever trade they are interested in. Many homeschoolers are also interning in their mid teens to get a jump on the competition and to decide if they trade, they are interested is right for them. In Colorado, for example, there is a program called AME. AME stands for Apprenticeship, Mentorship, and Entrepreneurship and is a program whereas students are matched with Christian business and tradesmen to be mentored and learn … Continue reading →

Is An Internship Really Worth It?

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Internships, are generally unpaid positions (or they pay very little) doing necessary but menial work in a particular field. Generally they are offered college students. Despite their lack of pay, this is one invaluable experience that you shouldn’t pass up if given the opportunity. An Incredible Learning Opportunity Often internships give participants the chance to learn some incredibly interesting material. While it’s true that you may spend some time doing menial tasks, you’ll also spend some time learning the ins and outs of an office in your chosen career. Generally, people at an internship are open to questions and so … Continue reading →

The Most Powerful Woman in Entertainment

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The most powerful woman in entertainment works for The Mouse. Anne Sweeney, president of Disney-ABC Television and co-chairman of Disney Media networks has been named the most powerful woman in the entertainment industry in 2007 by the Hollywood Reporter. The Hollywood Reporter’s 16th annual “Women in Entertainment: Power 100” special issue includes women in the motion picture, television and music industries as well as other entertainment industries. Anne Sweeney was number two on the 2006 list. Previously, Sweeney was named one of Fortune’s “50 Most Powerful Women in Business” in 2006 as well as one of Forbes’ “The World’s 100 … Continue reading →