Disney Cultural Exchange Program
Travel & Tourism
A course by
The International Travel College of NZ (ITC)
The Disney Cultural Exchange Program offers students opportunities to gain international work experience in hospitality, tourism, and related industries by working at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, USA. Participants live at the resort and work in various roles such as operations, hospitality, merchandise, and food service, while also benefiting from cultural and professional development.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Orlando, Florida, USA
Core skills this course teaches
Gain practical hospitality and tourism work experience
Participants will develop skills in various hospitality roles such as operations, customer service, merchandise management, and food and beverage service at a major international resort.
Experience living and working in an international multicultural environment
Students will live on-site at Walt Disney World Resort and engage in cultural exchange with peers from around the world, enhancing their intercultural communication and interpersonal skills.
What You're Signing Up For
Participants on the Disney Cultural Exchange Program will live, learn, and earn at Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando in Florida. They gain valuable work and life experience by working in roles including operations, hospitality, merchandise, quick service food and beverage, and lifeguarding. The program offers a multicultural living environment, recreational and community activities, and professional development opportunities through collegiate courses and seminars. Eligibility requirements include being at least 18, citizenship of New Zealand, Australia or the USA, and being a current or recent full-time student or graduate of an accredited tertiary institution with a program length of at least one year. The International Travel College supports successful students in applying to the program and endorses applications to facilitate placement.
Course Content
- Overview of Disney Cultural Exchange Program
- Work roles offered: operations, hospitality, merchandise, food and beverage, lifeguard
- Living arrangements at Walt Disney World Resort
- Eligibility criteria for participation
- Application process through International Travel College
- Professional development opportunities through seminars and courses
- Cultural and recreational activities during the program
What you need to know first
Be at least 18 years old upon arrival
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Hospitality
Tourism
Travel Industry
Future employment opportunities might be
Roles in hospitality and tourism sectors
International work experience enhancing employability
Career opportunities in travel, tourism, hospitality management