Disneyland Cybersecurity Intern, Spring 2027

Job Posting Title:

Disneyland Cybersecurity Intern, Spring 2027

Req ID:

FOS-0000451207

Job Description:

About the Role & Program

At Disney, we’re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through using and developing groundbreaking technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our hard-working team as a Professional Intern in any of our segments that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world!

The Walt Disney Company is the global leader in high-quality entertainment and innovative technology. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world!

This intern will work closely with the Disneyland Attractions Operational Technology (AOT) Cybersecurity and Attraction System Support teams to participate in supporting the systems that are critical to the attraction's operation. This support includes, but is not limited to, deploying hardware, operating system patching, creating dashboards, testing and documentation.

This intern will also work closely with ride and show control engineers to ensure attraction performance and reliability around PC-based Control systems. If selected for this role, you will work with the Manager of Cybersecurity Engineering. The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 to June 2027. This is a full-time, 100% onsite position, and interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship in Anaheim, CA.

What You Will Do

• Work with Cyber Security personnel to generate necessary documentation around attraction security; specifically, network diagrams, Theory of Operations and wiring diagrams
• Installation, configuration, testing and patching of Operating Systems on PC-based ride and show control systems
• Support troubleshooting of PC-based software, both back-of-house and in the field
• Support component-level troubleshooting of PC hardware, both back-of-house and in the field
• Provide timely, clear, concise communication to management, team members, and other stakeholders about project status

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Hands on experience with Windows and Linux vulnerability patching and tuning tools
• Strong understanding of software, computer architecture, and Windows and Linux operating systems
• Familiarity with Cyber Security principles, firewalls, and security management
• Familiarity with industry standard tools such as VMWARE, endpoint detection and response, and SIEM 
• Familiarity with Cloud-based concepts and collaboration technologies such as SharePoint
• General PC repair knowledge including diagnosing failed PC components, installing software and hardware
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office skills (esp. Word, Excel, Visio)
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and handle frequent interruptions
• Be a team player with strong written and verbal communications skills

Education

Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher attending an accredited college/university earning a degree majoring in Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or Cyber Security.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

• At the time of application, must 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 currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship

• Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants:  You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.  

• Be at least 18 years of age

• Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information:

• Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship

• Fully available from Monday - Friday, Eastern Standard Time, for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week

• Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

• Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Anaheim, CA area.

• The approximate date of this internship is January 2027 to June 2027

The pay rate for this role in Anaheim, CA is $39 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

Worldwide Safety, Health, Engineer & Sourcing

Job Posting Primary Business:

Global Engineering & Technology (WSHES)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Engineering Intern

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Anaheim, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-09-11

Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher in an accredited college/university majoring in Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or Cyber Security. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess unrestricted work authorization. Available full-time (40 hours/week) Monday-Friday from January to June 2027, with reliable transportation and housing in Anaheim, CA. Hands-on experience with Windows and Linux vulnerability patching and tuning tools. Strong understanding of software, computer architecture, and Windows and Linux operating systems. Familiarity with Cyber Security principles, firewalls, security management, industry standard tools (VMWARE, SIEM), Cloud-based concepts, and collaboration technologies (SharePoint). General PC repair knowledge, proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio), strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and excellent communication skills.