College Program Questions Thread Pt 2

[lollidrop]

Oh quick question for anybody who knows, If you want to stay on with your job as a full time job after the CP ends, how easy is that to do? Obviously, job performance, and attendance are going to play a role, but I guess my question is after completing the college program how hard is it to secure an actual job with Disney?

It's not too hard, they basically just look at your record card to see if you're eligible. For the most part it's just a visit to casting, but if you want to stay in your area you might have to be put on a waiting list for a few months. Also if you're interested in a particular area/role and it's staffed you would have to go on a waiting list for that as well.

 

[Emma Emma Emily]

So now that I've applied and I'm waiting for answer I've go so many more questions.

If I get sick while in the program will there be a doctor in the property like at a normal college campus?

Will all the collegiate clases that are shown on the website be available to me when I go in the fall?

Will my work shedual ever interfere with my school schedual?

Will I be able ot request days off? Will there be a limit to how many?

Is there a specific date to when the fall 08' semester ends yet?


WOOOOW thats alota questions hahaha .

 

[Joanna71985]

So now that I've applied and I'm waiting for answer I've go so many more questions.

If I get sick while in the program will there be a doctor in the property like at a normal college campus?

Will all the collegiate clases that are shown on the website be available to me when I go in the fall?

Will my work shedual ever interfere with my school schedual?

Will I be able ot request days off? Will there be a limit to how many?

Is there a specific date to when the fall 08' semester ends yet?


WOOOOW thats alota questions hahaha .

1) There isn't a doctor at the housing complexes. But there is a clinic nearby.

2) Yep. I took Hospitality Management in 2005.

3) Are you taking classes from your school, or do you mean the Disney classes? For the Disney classes you are scheduled around the classes. I'm sure you could talk to someone to do the same for school classes.

4) You sure can. I don't believe there is a limit.

5) Yes there is. It usually is early Jan. When I did FA 2006, my end date was Jan 5th.

 

[Emma Emma Emily]

1) There isn't a doctor at the housing complexes. But there is a clinic nearby.

2) Yep. I took Hospitality Management in 2005.

3) Are you taking classes from your school, or do you mean the Disney classes? For the Disney classes you are scheduled around the classes. I'm sure you could talk to someone to do the same for school classes.

4) You sure can. I don't believe there is a limit.

5) Yes there is. It usually is early Jan. When I did FA 2006, my end date was Jan 5th.

MERCI !! you're a huuuge help. lol Umm I don't plan on taking any classes with my university. Cause they said they"d give me dredit for taking classes some colligiate classes. Which is four classes. I'm a big ol' nerd so I like school.

My family is planning their next trip for when I get out of the programme in january so that I'll be able to go with them instead of having to work when they're in the parks.
I think that if my nephews who are 4 and 3 ever saw their Auntie Em in the magic kingdom, ohhhh saaaayyy doing the buzz lightyear ride, it might ruin the magic for them a little. So I think its a good idea for my family to wait till the programme is done to go. lol

 

[lollidrop]

They are actually building a cast member health clinic at Epcot... I don't know the details about it and I don't know if CPs will be allowed to use it (or if it will just be full timers that are on the insurance)... but just something to keep in mind.

There isn't a limit to the number of days off you can take, but there is a limit to the amount you can take in 1 week. You're only allowed 2 days off per week, but you can request Fri, Sat, Sun, and Mon off so it will give you 4 days in a row. You can also give away your shifts to other cast members if they're willing to take them. I was actually able to get nearly 2 weeks off once by giving them away.

 

[Wincaps]

Ok i have a question... I just applied about 5 days ago for the college program in the fall...and im very very excited! my question is what do i need to worry about in the interview. i think im doing mine in person... but what do i need to focus on in order to get accepted. I really want to do this internship so bad! what are they looking for in the kids they interview?!

 

[Joanna71985]

Ok i have a question... I just applied about 5 days ago for the college program in the fall...and im very very excited! my question is what do i need to worry about in the interview. i think im doing mine in person... but what do i need to focus on in order to get accepted. I really want to do this internship so bad! what are they looking for in the kids they interview?!

Hi there, and welcome to the DIS. Good luck with the interview, I'm sure you will do just fine.

As long as you are in good standing with your school, and your personal record is fine, then you have a very good chance of being accepted.

 

[Pendragon1515]

Ok i have a question... I just applied about 5 days ago for the college program in the fall...and im very very excited! my question is what do i need to worry about in the interview. i think im doing mine in person... but what do i need to focus on in order to get accepted. I really want to do this internship so bad! what are they looking for in the kids they interview?!

The number one question that you have to "LAND" is why do you want to be in the College program with Walt Disney World? now they may phrase it differently but it all stems back to the key question of why should i pick you to be in the cp?

 

[Wincaps]

hmmm thanks so much for the help... I guess my answer for that question would have to be that I strongly feel that my personality fits in the Disney attitude and that I am very motivated to show what I have to offer within the program and that I'm focused on starting a future career with Disney. think that would be a decent answer?!

 

[csaribay]

hmmm thanks so much for the help... I guess my answer for that question would have to be that I strongly feel that my personality fits in the Disney attitude and that I am very motivated to show what I have to offer within the program and that I'm focused on starting a future career with Disney. think that would be a decent answer?!

That's great! Remember that enthusiasm counts just as much as the words you end up saying, so keep that in mind. More than anything else, they want to see that you're a people person (friendly/approachable) and are willing and able to resolve conflict and provide assistance to guests. You may be asked during your interview how you would solve certain situations, and there aren't really any bad answers- just different ones. Say what comes to your mind and what's in your heart.

I'm sure you'll do fine.

 

[Pendragon1515]

hmmm thanks so much for the help... I guess my answer for that question would have to be that I strongly feel that my personality fits in the Disney attitude and that I am very motivated to show what I have to offer within the program and that I'm focused on starting a future career with Disney. think that would be a decent answer?!

Yes! that is Great! always remember to SMILE!!!!! Disney likes to hear that you know a little history of the company, as well as some questions that i got is how often do go to the parks....as well as what is you number one Disney memory! i loved that question!!!!

 

[dizney_gurl]

Hi everyone!

I'm Audra and new to this board. I was wondering if any has ever done the college program in Anaheim? If so, how did you like it?

Also, how much does the program pay per hour? And how many hours a week do you get to work?

Thanks!
Audra

 

[Sehsun]

Hi Audra,
to the DISboards!

The pay rate is $6.79-$8.14 per hour, depending on what role you have.

The hours on the CP are full-time hours, so you could be working anywhere from 30-50 hours a week. If you are taking classes, you could be scheduled anywhere from 30-45 hours a week.

(The above facts taken from www.wdwcollegeprogram.com)

The website for the Disney College Program in Anaheim is www.dlrcollegeprogram.com.

 

[Cturcer]

I was wondering if anyone had any experience working in either the merchandise or attraction role. which would be a better choice??

 

[kishijoten]

I was wondering if anyone had any experience working in either the merchandise or attraction role. which would be a better choice??

I think the answer to your question is: it depends on your work location. I've been on the CP for almost a month now, and I'm quickly coming to believe that your work location matters more than your role.

I work in merchandise. I believe that in a smaller location I would like it a lot better. The shop I work in is so large and impersonal that I might as well be working at Wal-mart. There is limited interaction with both the guests and the other CMs. However, I know people who've worked merch in park locations that absolutely love it and get to interact a great deal with guests and make close friends with the other CMs.

I've basically heard the same sorts of things from people who work in attractions.

I would say they are both good roles. But how good depends strongly on where you're placed, which you won't know until you get to Disney.

 

[Joanna71985]

Hi everyone!

I'm Audra and new to this board. I was wondering if any has ever done the college program in Anaheim? If so, how did you like it?

Also, how much does the program pay per hour? And how many hours a week do you get to work?

Thanks!
Audra

Hi there. Welcome to the DIS. I have never done the program out in DL. The only thing is, for that one you need your own housing and transportation (unlike the one in FL where it is included).

I was wondering if anyone had any experience working in either the merchandise or attraction role. which would be a better choice??

I have done merchandise. It was not too bad. I worked in the MK, and I just about always closed.

 

[dizney_gurl]

Thank you for the information and the welcome.

Has anyone did the e-presentation?

Take care buddy bears,
Audra

 

[dizney_gurl]

Hi it's me again lol. Which roles pay the most?

 

[Wincaps]

How do u go about getting your job. For example on the Role Checklsit i have check 3 jobs that I'm interested in... Merchandising, Attractions, and Hospitality. I know i wont find out what i get till i show up in Florida but how will they determine where to place me?! Is it based on which jobs i want the most or which jobs the parks need filled?! Also out of those 3 can anyone tell me which one is the best?!

 

[csaribay]

How do u go about getting your job. For example on the Role Checklsit i have check 3 jobs that I'm interested in... Merchandising, Attractions, and Hospitality. I know i wont find out what i get till i show up in Florida but how will they determine where to place me?! Is it based on which jobs i want the most or which jobs the parks need filled?! Also out of those 3 can anyone tell me which one is the best?!

If you're accepted into the program, you'll know which role category (e.g. attractions) on the offer packet that will be in the mail two to three weeks after your interview. As far as placement goes, it's a mix of your interview (which is a very critical part of the process), Disney's particular casting needs and other factors. Above all though, your interview plays a large part into the role you may be offered. It is partially based on what you express you would be most interested in during your interview, but also is based upon some of the practical job-questions you may be asked (how would you handle this situation, etc.) This will give them a feeling for the roles you will be more likely to succeed in.

As far as which one is the best, that's subjective and will vary person to person. Take a look at this thread.