Disney Cultural Exchange Program (Closed), Florida

What You’ll Do on the Program

On the Cultural Exchange Program, you could be working in a range of roles across Walt Disney World® Resort.

Think Attractions and Operations, Merchandise, Quick Service and Full Service Food & Beverage, Lifeguarding or Custodial. Wherever you’re placed, you’ll be learning valuable skills on the job, making magical moments for guests, and getting real-world experience with one of the most admired entertainment companies on the planet.

You’ll also have the chance to network with Disney leaders, take part in exclusive Cast Member activities, and create friendships that will stick with you long after the summer ends. What more could you want from a summer?

The essentials
This program is a J-1 Summer Work and Travel Visa experience that lasts up to three months. Once your program finishes, you’ll return home with a head full of memories, new skills, and some serious Disney magic in your story.

Live the Disney life

One of the best parts of the Disney International Programs is just how global they are. Every day, you’ll be living, working and making memories with cast members from all around the world.

Home sweet home: Flamingo Crossings Village
You’ll stay in brand new, fully furnished apartments at Flamingo Crossings Village. It’s a state-of-the-art community packed with perks like fitness centres, swimming pools, computer labs and even a transport system to get you where you need to go. It’s the perfect place to build friendships, join cast member events, and create memories that last a lifetime.

When you’re off the clock, you’ll also have time to explore Walt Disney World parks and discover everything Orlando has to offer.

The details:

• Each apartment has 2 bedrooms, with the option to share a room with another Disney International Programs participant

• Weekly housing costs are $227–$285 USD, which covers all utilities

• Costs are automatically deducted from your weekly paycheck for convenience

• There’s also a one-time Disney Program Participation Fee of $442 USD, which supports the exclusive activities and events you’ll enjoy during your stay

• Currently enrolled full time and pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited post-secondary, classroom based academic institution physically located outside the United States.
• Have successfully completed at least one semester, or equivalent, of post secondary academic study at the time of application.
• Able to attend an in-person presentation and interview in one of the specified locations.
• You are required to upload your Resume/CV and Cover Letter for this job application.
• Available for the entire Program Length: Early June to Mid August
• Able to speak English fluently
• Receptive to Disney Look guidelines
• Fully available to work Sunday through Saturday, including days and nights, holidays and overtime

• Recruitment for Summer 2026 Programs are complete.
• For information about applications for the 2027 Program, please follow us for social media updates.
• We expect applications to open in June 2026 for 2027 Program arrival.

1. Course and level of study, and whether your course is full time or part time
2. Start and end date of Course (month and year is sufficient)
3. University currently attended

Participants on the Cultural Exchange Program will be required to submit the following fees:

PRE-ARRIVAL FEES

• Disney Program Participation Fee = $467.00 USD
• U.S. Embassy Appointment Fee = $185.00 USD
• U.S. SEVIS Fee = $35.00 USD
• Flights to the United States = Varies
• Medical Insurance = Approx $200 – dependant on individual, must be paid in one lump sum prior to arrival for the duration of your program dates.

• Weekly Accommodation Costs = $227.00 – $285.00 USD (automatic payroll deduction)
• Additional supporting funds between $350.00 – $750.00 USD are recommended

• As a student on a J1 visa in the USA, it is important to be aware that you will be required to file a tax return at the end of the tax year.
• The tax year in the United States typically runs from January 1st to December 31st. Filing a tax return means providing information about your income, expenses, and other relevant financial details to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the U.S. tax authority.
• At the end of the tax year, when you file your tax return, you will calculate your tax liability based on your income and deductions. If the taxes withheld from your paychecks throughout the Program are not sufficient to cover your total tax liability, you may be required to pay an additional amount to fulfill your tax obligations. On the other hand, if too much tax was withheld, you may be eligible for a tax refund.