College Program Questions Thread Pt 2

[Joanna71985]

BBB can receive tips...they started that policy right after DD left her CP (unless they changed it again)

It says on the website it is non-tipped.

 

[ashliejere]

On the role sheet that I printed out last night..it says that BBB is a non-tipped role.They must have changed it again.

 

[ashliejere]

So..here's my last questions for tonight. ha.

I am looking into the CP bc I want an internship with Disney. The internship that I want....I am qualified for as soon as I graduate. The internship runs Jan-June or July-December. I'm debating on applying for the CP or the PI. (I do not need the CP to get into the PI position that I am looking at). But if I apply and get the CP is there a chance they (disney studios in cali) accept me? Do they tend to favor those who took the CP even if its not a requirement to get into the program? I'm afraid I'm going to pass on the PI for the CP...and then the CP wont be benefical to me and I lost out on the PI. ya know? But if they favor those who did the CP maybe I could do the CP and then apply for the PI for the later six months. The problem with that is..I wanted to do the Spring Advan. program (Jan-August) and then extend to Fall semester...(since this will be the only time I can apply for CP.) How long would I be there if I did that? I would miss the date for the PI. Are the PI jobs available a lot? (I'm meaning if...I extend my CP..could I apply for the PI in January again of next year?..if I'm there that long?) or am I taking the chance of passing up a PI?

 

[csaribay]

So..here's my last questions for tonight. ha.

I am looking into the CP bc I want an internship with Disney. The internship that I want....I am qualified for as soon as I graduate. The internship runs Jan-June or July-December. I'm debating on applying for the CP or the PI. (I do not need the CP to get into the PI position that I am looking at). But if I apply and get the CP is there a chance they (disney studios in cali) accept me? Do they tend to favor those who took the CP even if its not a requirement to get into the program? I'm afraid I'm going to pass on the PI for the CP...and then the CP wont be benefical to me and I lost out on the PI. ya know? But if they favor those who did the CP maybe I could do the CP and then apply for the PI for the later six months. The problem with that is..I wanted to do the Spring Advan. program (Jan-August) and then extend to Fall semester...(since this will be the only time I can apply for CP.) How long would I be there if I did that? I would miss the date for the PI. Are the PI jobs available a lot? (I'm meaning if...I extend my CP..could I apply for the PI in January again of next year?..if I'm there that long?) or am I taking the chance of passing up a PI?

Well, you could double dip: apply for both the CP and the Studios Associate Program at one time. If you're accepted into the associates program, simply decline or cancel your offer for the CP. I'll go on to say that the associate program is definitely more of a targeted program and is highly selective in candidates. I'd go for the associates program any time over the CP.

While College Program will almost universally be beneficial, I've got a feeling it would only be a marginal factor in the grand scheme of things. One of those things that sweeten the deal, so to speak. If you're not selected during the first round, it seems as if you can apply again during your program and if you get it then, transfer to that part of the company. One of my classes' facilitators left mid-CP to take a professional internship, and while it took a bit of time to figure out, it's definitely possible.

 

[ashliejere]

If I take the Spring Adv. (Jan-Aug.) and extend it to the fall (which I understand you could be offered to do). How long would I be there? Until Jan? Is it a full Fall semester? And I just noticed that the job I'm looking at is Full-time not a PI. So...do I need a PI before I get a Full time job normally? The requirements they have now..don't mention it..and I'm qualified by what they have down. But, I didn't know if maybe that's an understood thing.

 

[csaribay]

If I take the Spring Adv. (Jan-Aug.) and extend it to the fall (which I understand you could be offered to do). How long would I be there? Until Jan? Is it a full Fall semester? And I just noticed that the job I'm looking at is Full-time not a PI. So...do I need a PI before I get a Full time job normally? The requirements they have now..don't mention it..and I'm qualified by what they have down. But, I didn't know if maybe that's an understood thing.

If you were to participate in Spring Advantage and are offered the opportunity to extend, yes, you would be staying until early January (departure dates are usually a couple days after new years).

Internships, whether they be the College Program, Professional Internships or Studio Associate Internships are not required for company positions unless specifically noted on the requisition on disneycareers.com. Prior participation in one of these programs never hurts, though.

If you feel you are qualified for an open requisition, then you may want to consider submitting an application. Otherwise, the programs may offer you a competitive advantage in the future- it just depends what you're looking for here. As you can probably deduce, the College Program offers entry level work and a one-of-a-kind living, learning and earning experience that is unparalleled- and it provides the ever important opportunity to list Disney on your resume.

 

[Belle1014]

I'm currently ending my sophomore year in college as we speak (6 more class days, then 3 finals!). In order to graduate on time, I have to take 18 hours of classes each semester. I'm an English major/Journalism minor, so there's no way I could take the Disney classes and still graduate in spring 2010 (as far as I know). So does anyone know how often people do CP AFTER they graduate? My cousin's husband did his after he was finished with school, so I know it can happen. I just don't know how often.

Also, I'd probably want to start the program soon after the end of my very last semester, so it looks like I'd do the Fall Advantage. However our graduation is always late June (we wait until after our Summer Term is over) so would I be able to leave Disney for a few days for that? I'm sure they'd work around it just like any other company, but I want to make sure before I start really seriously thinking about this.

Lastly, a close high school friend did the CP in the fall and said he never had much money to do anything because after rent, his paycheck would only pay for his other bills and gas. Does anyone have anything helpful about this? I know how to make $10 last a long time, but he made it sound like I'd have to really stretch it!

All help is greatly appreciated.

 

[tinyt396]

I'm currently ending my sophomore year in college as we speak (6 more class days, then 3 finals!). In order to graduate on time, I have to take 18 hours of classes each semester. I'm an English major/Journalism minor, so there's no way I could take the Disney classes and still graduate in spring 2010 (as far as I know). So does anyone know how often people do CP AFTER they graduate? My cousin's husband did his after he was finished with school, so I know it can happen. I just don't know how often.

Also, I'd probably want to start the program soon after the end of my very last semester, so it looks like I'd do the Fall Advantage. However our graduation is always late June (we wait until after our Summer Term is over) so would I be able to leave Disney for a few days for that? I'm sure they'd work around it just like any other company, but I want to make sure before I start really seriously thinking about this.

Lastly, a close high school friend did the CP in the fall and said he never had much money to do anything because after rent, his paycheck would only pay for his other bills and gas. Does anyone have anything helpful about this? I know how to make $10 last a long time, but he made it sound like I'd have to really stretch it!

All help is greatly appreciated.

As far as Disney working around it, for the College Program you sign up for full availibility. You could TRY to do it but there is no guarantee. When I applied in 2005 I wanted to do the advantage but my sister was getting married in June. After talking to my recruiter I decided that there was no way I could miss my sisters wedding so I was accepted into the fall.

As far as making the money last, it is difficult. During peak times you will get tons of hours and make good money, but once you get to off peak hours and you get 32 hours it is hard to have extra money to do anything. In the presentation they tell you that you will not make tons of money doing this. It is an experience.

 

[FoundinWonderland]

BBB can receive tips...they started that policy right after DD left her CP (unless they changed it again)

They can receive tips- but all tip money must be handed in and it its divided up evenly at the end of he day based on how many hours you worked- and how much tip money there is total. It's confusing, but everyone ends up with the same amount of tip money per hour: so if they made enough to give everyone a dollar- let say to make the math easy- an hour and I worked for 7 hours that day I made 7 dollars.

 

[Sehsun]

Belle1014,
I did the CP after I graduated. I graduated in May and then did the Fall program starting in August. It is very common to do it after one graduates - I knew some people in my program who did it after graduation.

When I did my program, there were a couple May arrival dates and one June arrival date for Fall Advantage.

Before I went down for the CP, I had some extra money in my checking account. I also mostly took the buses to work and brought my lunch to work. If you incorporate a few money-saving habits, I'm sure you will be fine.

 

[Joanna71985]

If I take the Spring Adv. (Jan-Aug.) and extend it to the fall (which I understand you could be offered to do). How long would I be there? Until Jan? Is it a full Fall semester? And I just noticed that the job I'm looking at is Full-time not a PI. So...do I need a PI before I get a Full time job normally? The requirements they have now..don't mention it..and I'm qualified by what they have down. But, I didn't know if maybe that's an understood thing.

If you extended SA, you would be there Jan-Jan.

I'm currently ending my sophomore year in college as we speak (6 more class days, then 3 finals!). In order to graduate on time, I have to take 18 hours of classes each semester. I'm an English major/Journalism minor, so there's no way I could take the Disney classes and still graduate in spring 2010 (as far as I know). So does anyone know how often people do CP AFTER they graduate? My cousin's husband did his after he was finished with school, so I know it can happen. I just don't know how often.

Also, I'd probably want to start the program soon after the end of my very last semester, so it looks like I'd do the Fall Advantage. However our graduation is always late June (we wait until after our Summer Term is over) so would I be able to leave Disney for a few days for that? I'm sure they'd work around it just like any other company, but I want to make sure before I start really seriously thinking about this.

Lastly, a close high school friend did the CP in the fall and said he never had much money to do anything because after rent, his paycheck would only pay for his other bills and gas. Does anyone have anything helpful about this? I know how to make $10 last a long time, but he made it sound like I'd have to really stretch it!

All help is greatly appreciated.

Yes, you can do the CP up until the semester after you graduate. You just need to be a student when you apply.

 

[Caribbeanprincess]

I have a question about what clothes exactly are acceptable to wear during classes.

I'm thinking about buying a few blazer/pant and blazer/skirt sets in a few different colors and some nice and comfortable shoes, would that be ok?

 

[Joanna71985]

I have a question about what clothes exactly are acceptable to wear during classes.

I'm thinking about buying a few blazer/pant and blazer/skirt sets in a few different colors and some nice and comfortable shoes, would that be ok?

I think it would be

 

[mander01]

Hi

I am Lindsey and I am going to be doing attractions in August! Yay!!!!!!!!

I will be arriving August 20. Double Yay!!!!!!

Is anyone else coming that day? Anyone here from California?

Lemme know...

Heyyy ... Yes! i am arriving on that day!!! I am doing qsf&b. kinda realllllyyyy excited! hahahha oh yeah and congrats!!

 

[Caribbeanprincess]

Ok, finished accepting. Will be arriving August 13th.

Question, if I need more time to pay the fee, what can I do?

 

[jpod523]

Okay, so I was reading what to bring and ran across the What Not to Bring part. No Weapons, duh. No candles, I know, fire codes. No pets of any kind...including fish. NOOO!! What's so wrong with fish? Any word on why no fish? I guess it'd be because they don't want tons of fish flushed down the toilets when everyone leaves because they definately can't be taken home.

Do you think they'd oppose to Sea Monkeys?

 

[Joanna71985]

Okay, so I was reading what to bring and ran across the What Not to Bring part. No Weapons, duh. No candles, I know, fire codes. No pets of any kind...including fish. NOOO!! What's so wrong with fish? Any word on why no fish? I guess it'd be because they don't want tons of fish flushed down the toilets when everyone leaves because they definately can't be taken home.

Do you think they'd oppose to Sea Monkeys?

Yes. There are no pets allowed, and this includes fish of any kind.

Ok, finished accepting. Will be arriving August 13th.

Question, if I need more time to pay the fee, what can I do?

I would contact recruiting if you can't pay within the 2 weeks.

 

[snowprincessofAK]

I got my letter today too!! Costuming... I really didn't even expect that, but I think it'll be great learn about the costuming aspect of Disney. Anyone work Costuming?

I'm in costuming &I know of at least 2 other people who got costuming too!!!

 

[FoundinWonderland]

Does anyone know what make and model of shoes BBB people need?

Thank you!

 

[lindz0625]

lol i want sea monkeys!!!haha