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Updated 4 Nov 2023

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Found 133 of over 362 reviews
4.0
82% Recommend to a Friend
79% Approve of CEO

Found 127 of over 362 reviews

4.0
82%
Recommend to a Friend
79%
Approve of CEO
Disney College Program CEO     Robert A. Iger  (no image)
Robert A. Iger
48 Ratings

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Pros
  • "Free admission to the parks and discounts on merchandise and hotels are nice.(in 16 reviews)
  • "You meet really great people and honestly that's what will make or break your CP experience.(in 16 reviews)
  • "The Disney College Program is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door.(in 11 reviews)
  • "so many perks such as free entrance to parks and discounts(in 10 reviews)
  • "Great benefits Very fun time(in 9 reviews)
Cons
    1. 4.0
      18 Jun 2021
      Anonymous Employee
      Former Employee
      Hong Kong
      Recommend
      CEO Approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      A huge diversity, fun collogues

      Cons

      pay is low plus tough schedule

      1. 2.0
        2 Feb 2019
        Anonymous Employee
        Former Employee
        Recommend
        CEO Approval
        Business Outlook

        Pros

        -good customer service experience -get to experience a fast paced working environment -able to enjoy the parks in your spare time -educational seminars to attend

        Cons

        -low pay -rarely related to student’s major or career path -housing cost isn’t cheap -no opportunities for career advancement in the long run

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        1. 5.0
          3 Nov 2023
          Greeter
          Former Employee, less than 1 year
          Orlando, FL
          Recommend
          CEO Approval
          Business Outlook

          Pros

          You meet lifelong friends and get a great experience

          Cons

          Working long shifts at times

          1. 3.0
            4 Nov 2023
            Cast Member
            Former Employee
            Orlando, FL
            Recommend
            CEO Approval
            Business Outlook

            Pros

            Fun coworkers and working on a park was not too bad

            Cons

            Long shifts, underpaid for your work

            1. 4.0
              6 Jul 2023
              Food and Beverage
              Former Employee, less than 1 year
              Orlando, FL
              Recommend
              CEO Approval
              Business Outlook

              Pros

              Loved meeting new people and working in a place that is so unique and relies on storytelling. Amazing and fun benefits, including park passes and random visits from Pixie Patrol.

              Cons

              Long hours and because the company is so large and the program tends to have people come in and out a lot it's difficult to feel included and making a difference.

              1. 3.0
                4 May 2023
                Attractions Cast Member
                Former Employee, less than 1 year
                Lake Buena Vista, FL
                Recommend
                CEO Approval
                Business Outlook

                Pros

                The days can be long and hot and tiring. But worth every second! The DCP will change your life for the better. You learn so much about yourself, the magic of Disney, and the best guest service in the world. Not to mention, life long friendships from all over the world. Do it! You’ll be exhausted some days, but most are the most rewarding days of your life!

                Cons

                Long, late hours. Sometimes outside in the FL heat, depending of your role.

                1. 5.0
                  11 Mar 2023
                  Operations
                  Former Employee, less than 1 year
                  Orlando, FL
                  Recommend
                  CEO Approval
                  Business Outlook

                  Pros

                  You get to know lots of persons from all over the world

                  Cons

                  You get to share apartment with other folks which is not always great

                  1. 5.0
                    25 Mar 2023
                    Intern
                    Former Employee
                    Orlando, FL
                    Recommend
                    CEO Approval
                    Business Outlook

                    Pros

                    Free park admissions tickets daily

                    Cons

                    You work lots and lot of hours

                    1. 3.0
                      7 Feb 2023
                      Sales
                      Former Employee
                      Recommend
                      CEO Approval
                      Business Outlook

                      Pros

                      - Free park entry - Nice Co-Workers -Housing was convenient

                      Cons

                      - Provided transportation was unreliable - No guaranteed time off - Long hours - Little Pay

                      1. 5.0
                        15 Feb 2023
                        Customer Service Representative
                        Current Employee
                        Los Angeles, CA
                        Recommend
                        CEO Approval
                        Business Outlook

                        Pros

                        People, Healthcare, Disney, Extra goods, Free Christmas

                        Cons

                        Salary, Disney, Annual leave, Management, Healthcare

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                      Disney College Program has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 362 reviews left anonymously by employees. 82% of employees would recommend working at Disney College Program to a friend and 12% have a positive outlook for the business. This rating has decreased by -1% over the last 12 months.

                      According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Disney College Program employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Disney College Program. This rating has improved by 6% over the last 12 months.

                      82% of Disney College Program employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated Disney College Program 2.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

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