Walt Disney World Resort Offers Exciting New Ways for Brazilian Students to Become a Part of the Magic
Beginning last year, Walt Disney World® Resort began recruiting hundreds of international students from all across the world to live and work in this one-of-a-kind six month, educational and professional paid internship opportunity at the number one vacation destination in the world. Part of The Walt Disney World® Resort International College Program, the J-1 Academic Exchange Program is a work-integrated learning opportunity that allows international students who are sponsored by U.S. colleges or universities on a J-1 academic visa to participate in an internship at Walt Disney World® Resort.
During their internship, Brazilian students will have the unique opportunity to represent their country and culture through working in front-line roles such as hospitality, food and beverage, merchandise, lifeguards, and operations. This allows students to build transferable skills that include relationship building, problem solving, and written and verbal communication; explore networking opportunities with Disney leaders; and earn real-world experience with one of the most admired companies in the world.
Not only will students be able to create magic as Walt Disney World® Resort cast members while working and representing their country, but also take full advantage of the numerous opportunities available to other cast members. All International Program participants live in an exclusive, fully furnished apartment community. Rent includes utilities, cable connections, local phone service, housewares, maintenance, and access to; laundry facilities, swimming pools, a clubhouse and a fitness center. 24-hour gated security and transportation to and from work and shopping is also provided. Rent ranges from $69-$87 USD per week depending on the size of the unit. These costs will be deducted from paychecks weekly and housing options range from 1-4 bedroom units, shared by 2-8 roommates from various countries.
Since entertainment is key to the Disney experience, students can enjoy an amazing variety of fun-filled cast perks, including free admission to all four Walt Disney World® Resort theme parks, on-property discounts and local-merchant discounts. Students can also enjoy numerous recreational activities and locations such as Mickey's Retreat, a 19-acre recreation facility exclusively for cast members that's located conveniently near the housing complex.
Students pursuing any degree are eligible to apply for the J-1 Academic Exchange Program as long as they are at least 18 years old and a student in an accredited university at the time of their application. Students must also have good conversational English, be willing to share living quarters with other participants, and be outgoing, enthusiastic, and flexible. More information on this unique opportunity and instructions on application can be found at: www.DisneyInternationalPrograms.com.
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