College Program Questions Thread Pt 2

[Caribbeanprincess]

I'm 18 and i'll be doing the CP in the first semester of my sophmore year. On the contrary, I feel really young, hehe.

 

[TinyBit]

I'll be 19 (turn 19 in June) at the time of my CP in the Fall of 08. That semester would be the first sophomore semester (but obviously I'll be missing that).

 

[joepic]

YAY! My sister just applied for the CP!!!!!!

We're scheduling her interview tomorrow at 9:00.

I guess she's applying for Fall 2008. There was nowhere to check off what you were applying for... unless I just missed it. Is that alright?

She's nervous about the interview. I told her to come here and read the questions thread... Hopefully you guys can help her out.

She checked off BBB, Recreation, Merchandise, and Full Service Food and Beverages.

What are the odds of her getting accepted... do you think they're good?

 

[Joanna71985]

That's awsome!! Good luck to her!

 

[joepic]

That's awsome!! Good luck to her!

Thanks! I'm so excited for her!

Do you think she still has an even chance of getting accepted? Was it too late to apply for the Fall '08 program?

 

[Joanna71985]

Thanks! I'm so excited for her!

Do you think she still has an even chance of getting accepted? Was it too late to apply for the Fall '08 program?

Oh yeah, she has a chance. They are applying through April.

 

[joepic]

yay!! Thanks Joanna! You're always great with answering my questions.

I'm going to try to get her to sign up here if she has any questions.

I told her to read these threads.

 

[Joanna71985]

You're welcome.

 

[ahoy kristen]

question about apps!


i faxed mine in about a week ago [careerstart], & i called to ask when i should set up my interview, & the lady said i should wait for an email to confirm that i should set up my interview. i still haven't gotten the email though! is it normal for them to take this long to tell me they received my info?!

 

[hogwartsdropout]

I've just been accepted on the Cultural Representative Program, which means I will be a World Showcase CM! I will be leaving in July, and the program lasts a year. Looking forward to meeting some of you there!

 

[CelticBelle]

I've just been accepted on the Cultural Representative Program, which means I will be a World Showcase CM! I will be leaving in July, and the program lasts a year. Looking forward to meeting some of you there!

Thats so cool! I speak german and always thought it would be really cool to work at the WS. But obviously Im not from germany. haha

 

[Joanna71985]

I've just been accepted on the Cultural Representative Program, which means I will be a World Showcase CM! I will be leaving in July, and the program lasts a year. Looking forward to meeting some of you there!

Congrats!!

 

[Deb6648]

how much time do they give you to accept the offer/send in payment before it becomes void?

 

[CelticBelle]

how much time do they give you to accept the offer/send in payment before it becomes void?

They tell you that you must respond within 2 weeks to your offer, but when I called my recruiter i asked about this and she said that after 2 weeks, if you havent accepted or declined they will call you. i think they do this so that people who are going to decline let them know and then they can fill it. I was told that if you wait and they call you, you can tell them that yes you are interested, but still thinking and then you will be fine. On the website after you accept it says you have 2 weeks to pay the program fee. Im not sure what happens when you dont.

 

[TinyBit]

They tell you that you must respond within 2 weeks to your offer, but when I called my recruiter i asked about this and she said that after 2 weeks, if you havent accepted or declined they will call you. i think they do this so that people who are going to decline let them know and then they can fill it. I was told that if you wait and they call you, you can tell them that yes you are interested, but still thinking and then you will be fine. On the website after you accept it says you have 2 weeks to pay the program fee. Im not sure what happens when you dont.

I accepted my offer within my 2 weeks and then didnt quite have the $75 yet. I called my recruiter and got a one month extension. No problem. I think they were happy I called and told them.

 

[Emma Emma Emily]

okay so I have... had two jobs when I applied to the program and I just quit my barnes and noble job. Do I have to let Disney know? Bc I know that my friend is doing an internship at our state house and they want to be kept updated with his job status until he goes there.... so I dunno if Disney works the same way.

 

[mjurkus]

If you audition for a character performer (I'm dying to be Snow White!!) and are NOT selected, does that prevent you from getting a different on-stage role that you check off on your application? Like merchandise or character attendant??

 

[csaribay]

okay so I have... had two jobs when I applied to the program and I just quit my barnes and noble job. Do I have to let Disney know? Bc I know that my friend is doing an internship at our state house and they want to be kept updated with his job status until he goes there.... so I dunno if Disney works the same way.

Nope, no need to worry about that.

If you audition for a character performer (I'm dying to be Snow White!!) and are NOT selected, does that prevent you from getting a different on-stage role that you check off on your application? Like merchandise or character attendant??

If you don't pass a character audition, you can still be considered for normal CP roles. Most auditioning for character roles who do well during the typical interview process will receive a "strong candidate" letter in the mail, which certainly points in the direction of allowing someone to pursue a normal CP role if they don't make it into entertainment.

 

[wenzdae]

Hi guys!

I've read thru abuou 20 pages of this thread, just to see what everyone has been sayin, but there is A LOT of stuff here. I will eventually wade through it all, but I thought i would send out a short intro to say hello.

My name is Teresa, I'm 33 years old and my major is Gen. Ed. with a focus on Psych. & Family Studies. Although I have taken a break from that and am taking a couple culinary classes, simply because I was a cook in the Navy for six years and have found myself drawn to the kitchen in times of stress. I find that it is my one way to avoid the possible burnout related to the field of work I hope to eventually end up in. Anyone who has ever lived with me are witnesses to this, especially all the times spent baking for them when my classes hit a nerve from time to time.

I did the Fall 2004 CP (during 3 hurricanes). I QSF&B in MK at Columbia Harbor House. I also did a whole lot of extra hours at all the parks. From Parades, crowd control, a taping for a video at DAK and taking pictures for guest during the Super Soap Weekend. I have stayed on as a seasonal cast member, doing at least one shift a year to stay current. My last visit was this past December with my mom (her first visit) where we spent about 5 days at the parks with a 7-night western cruise tucked in between those days. I will be returning to participate in the summer alumni this summer and am SO excited to be back.

My personal view on the many situations we come across in life, what you are willing to put into it is what you will get out of it. Sure, if you are fortunate to have some great people surrounding you in many of those places, it is a bonus. And even with a positive attitude, some days are still going to be challenging. I personally try to get all the good out of whatever happens and try to be understanding if I come across a speed bump from time to time.
I find this view helps in working in the diverse environment of Disney. There are so many things in the World that if you are not happy where you are, there are other avenues to check out. Sure there are channels to go through, so instant self gratification is something left for our guests, not us. So a bit of patience is a good thing to include in your packing list.

Feel free to ask me anything or just say hi.

Have a magical day!

 

[wenzdae]

I probably need to get accepted first, before asking all these continous questions!!!! Hope all of you are nit getting tired of me!!!!


Do we still get in free during special nights (MVMCP, MNSSHP, or PP)??? Or do we have to work and get overtime that night, to purely enjoys shows??? I love seeing holiday wishes and hallowishes, great shows!!! I work just to be in the holiday atmosphere great and neat!!!

If you are looking to save on $$$ (and make some at the same time), I would recommend keeping an eye on the extra hours offered on the hub and working the parties when you are able to. I have always found a lot more avail within the week or so before scheduled special events.
Sure you may not be able to have the freedom to do all you would do as a guest, but it is still a good experience. Try PAC if at all possible, since you have more chances on being outside to enjoy the festivities and fireworks. Whereas if you are working MVMCP and handing out cookies, you will be inside. Although that is just as fun too.

Does anyone have any advice for looking for flights??

I want to start looking for tickets so I know the price, etc. But I am sooo lost!

I have no clue what companies are better and geez am I confused by having to switch planes and all that. Do I actually have to switch planes! like recheck all my stuff?? or do I get to stay on the same plane? Wow I am going nuts!

I'm not sure if you have bought your tickets, but I have been told to try to look right after midnight. Simply because all the tickets placed on hold are released for sale.

I'll be 22 next year, just before I would start my CP...

Thanks for the reassurance. I was concerned because it seemed like many of you did your first CP as frosh, that I would be the old person just hanging around. If others are as old/older than I am, I'm sure I will feel comfortable!

I surely hope being 22 doesn't make you feel like an "old person"
Of course this comes from a 33 y.o. I will have to admit finding others in the 30 on up age range in the CP can happen, but our numbers are a much smaller percentage compared to the 20 somethings.
Of course I will always be a kid at heart, no matter my age