College Program Questions Thread Pt 2

[Sehsun]

Hi lovedoggies!

1. How far is it from the disney resorts to vista way or chatham?
From Chatham, it took me about 20 minutes to get to MK, a little less for the other parks.
2. Can they park near the apts? is there any visitor parking?
Yes, they can park anywhere they want - there is no designated visitor or resident parking.
3. Are they allowed to visit IN the apt for a little while? Of course. You just have to make sure that before they visit, you fill out a form at the front gate that they will be coming. Make sure they know your apartment number.
4. Will there be times during the first couple days that I can go eat with them or something? Will the schedule of things be pretty much set for me, or will I have to hang around and wait? On the first day of check-in, you will have some time after the housing meeting to spend time with them. On the second day of check-in, you will still have some things to do in the morning, but you will have the rest of the day free. The third day is Traditions, so you may be busy for a good part of the day (depending on what time your Traditions session is), but you will have the evening free regardless of which session you attend.
5. On what day will I be actually training or in the parks so they can see me 'working'? Is it the third day? Or 3 days after check in day? Or is it another unknown thing that depends on what job you have? Training varies for different roles. Sometimes you will start training the day after Traditions. My roommate started training 2 days after Traditions. For my role, training was 5 days long, and I was actually "on stage" on the third day of training.

 

[csaribay]

Er...LoL. I interviewed probably a little over a month by now, was accepted two weeks ago...SHould I email the recruiting office to find out who my recruiter is?

Actually, on your mailed role offer packet, the name of your recruiter should be on the bottom of the letter.

 

[lindz0625]

ooo good info, thanks!!!

 

[Caribbeanprincess]

Q: Until when do I have to send in my request for medical employment accomodations form?

 

[Joanna71985]

Q: Until when do I have to send in my request for medical employment accomodations form?

I would get it in ASAP

 

[Caribbeanprincess]

Hopefully I can have them by next Monday, it's just that my doctor has been out of town and I was afraid they had a due date.

 

[jpod523]

I was just thinking today about roommates. Do most roommies get close and become good friends, like in college, or is it more of you do your thing, I'll do mine? I'm super nervous about the roommate thing because I've had really bad luck with roommates in the past, and because of that I decided to live in a single dorm for the last 4 years. Should I try to look for a roommate online, or just hope my luck changes when I get to Florida?

 

[Joanna71985]

I was just thinking today about roommates. Do most roommies get close and become good friends, like in college, or is it more of you do your thing, I'll do mine? I'm super nervous about the roommate thing because I've had really bad luck with roommates in the past, and because of that I decided to live in a single dorm for the last 4 years. Should I try to look for a roommate online, or just hope my luck changes when I get to Florida?

It can be both. It depends on how often you see your roomies, and how close you get to them. My second CP I became really close to my roomies (still keep in touch with them). But my first and third CPs I didn't really get that close to my roomies, because I hardly saw them.

 

[Nikki Mouse]

I was just thinking today about roommates. Do most roommies get close and become good friends, like in college, or is it more of you do your thing, I'll do mine? I'm super nervous about the roommate thing because I've had really bad luck with roommates in the past, and because of that I decided to live in a single dorm for the last 4 years. Should I try to look for a roommate online, or just hope my luck changes when I get to Florida?

Both CPs, I looked online for a roommate and ended up very good friends with them. I also got to know a couple of the other roomies pretty well, but I don't talk to them so much. The biggest factor other than personality/maturity is your scheduling; sometimes it can ruin the chance to get closer, or it betters it. I rec trying to find someone to room with not only because I've had a win/win situation both times, but knowing how the other person's habits are ahead of time as well as figuring out if you're overall compatible can be extremely beneficial.

 

[fraggle551]

How difficult is it to get the role of character attendent? This is what I am most interested in, but heard that it was difficult to get this role. Thanks!

 

[Joanna71985]

How difficult is it to get the role of character attendent? This is what I am most interested in, but heard that it was difficult to get this role. Thanks!

Not too hard. I got that role in 2006, and am still seasonal in it. It is a lot of fun!

 

[AsianAmy]

Hey! Yet another question:

In the Star Wars thread I had started, someone mentioned a hotline that you could call to find out about overtime work and working events...Is this true? Can CPers work OT? Have people done it in the past/Is it doable and worth it? Is it possible for CPers to work events such as STAR WARS WEEKENDS?

Thanks in advance!

 

[bennyb98]

Hey! Yet another question:

In the Star Wars thread I had started, someone mentioned a hotline that you could call to find out about overtime work and working events...Is this true? Can CPers work OT? Have people done it in the past/Is it doable and worth it? Is it possible for CPers to work events such as STAR WARS WEEKENDS?

Thanks in advance!

Yep, it’s called the Extra Hours Hotline. You can pick up shifts as long as you’re trained to work in the role. And yes CPers can work OT and are often the first ones scheduled to work the not so good OT hours, and if at the Studios you will more than likely be working during Star Wars Weekends but depending on your role it may or may not be something Star Wars related.

 

[AsianAmy]

Yep, it’s called the Extra Hours Hotline. You can pick up shifts as long as you’re trained to work in the role. And yes CPers can work OT and are often the first ones scheduled to work the not so good OT hours, and if at the Studios you will more than likely be working during Star Wars Weekends but depending on your role it may or may not be something Star Wars related.

Cool. Thanks so much Benny! That's really helpful!

 

[flea1267]

so....for the discounts on rooms...does it have to be family or can you get the discount on room for friends as well? thanks!

 

[disasterpiece]

so i've been lurking around for awhile reading both threads on the CP. I am really looking forward to doing the program (quite possibly as soon as spring '09). i have a few questions though (doesn't everyone, lol) and would appreciate any and all info you can share:

1. in the apartments, is there one bathroom per bedroom? or one bathroom for every two bedrooms? just curious..

2. can i watch the online presentation just to get a better feel for the program even though i'm not ready to interview or apply to the program yet?

3. i'm interested in doing entertainment/being a fur character. I know there is an audition process for this, but I am wondering if I need actual experience in entertainment. I'm not into theatre or anything like that, and my major doesn't have anything to do with entertainment. I just think being a character would be a great experience and would love the interaction and getting to make magic moments with children and all those who are children at heart!

thanks in advance for any info, and thanks for all the great info and advice you CP alumni have shared thus far!

 

[Berlioz70]

1. in the apartments, is there one bathroom per bedroom? or one bathroom for every two bedrooms? just curious..

I'm stealing this from Joanna in another thread:

"At Chatham it is 1 bed/1 bath, 2 bed/2 bath, 3 bed/3 bath, 4 bed/ 2 or 2.5 bath.

Vista I believe it is 2 bed/2 bath, 3 bed/2 bath (not sure if there are 1 and 4 bedroom apartments at Vista)."

2. can i watch the online presentation just to get a better feel for the program even though i'm not ready to interview or apply to the program yet?

Yes, Definately, I highly recommend watching it now.

3. i'm interested in doing entertainment/being a fur character. I know there is an audition process for this, but I am wondering if I need actual experience in entertainment.

The interesting thing is that the entertainment department will have no idea what your experience is because they do not request a resume; it's all based on how you audition that day. It is helpful to have some dance knowledge since they teach the dance kind of quick, but beyond that it's all about the energy and execution. The number one thing is SMILE, the number two thing is to have sharp arms.

Do keep in mind that entertainment does judge on a very important element that you cannot change... your height!!! Some people with no experience will make it and some with years of training won't... it all comes down to that magical height they'll measure at the audition. And the tricky thing is, they do not always measure your real height so you really have no idea what to expect beforehand!

 

[Joanna71985]

so....for the discounts on rooms...does it have to be family or can you get the discount on room for friends as well? thanks!

You can get the discount for anyone.

so i've been lurking around for awhile reading both threads on the CP. I am really looking forward to doing the program (quite possibly as soon as spring '09). i have a few questions though (doesn't everyone, lol) and would appreciate any and all info you can share:

1. in the apartments, is there one bathroom per bedroom? or one bathroom for every two bedrooms? just curious..

2. can i watch the online presentation just to get a better feel for the program even though i'm not ready to interview or apply to the program yet?

3. i'm interested in doing entertainment/being a fur character. I know there is an audition process for this, but I am wondering if I need actual experience in entertainment. I'm not into theatre or anything like that, and my major doesn't have anything to do with entertainment. I just think being a character would be a great experience and would love the interaction and getting to make magic moments with children and all those who are children at heart!

thanks in advance for any info, and thanks for all the great info and advice you CP alumni have shared thus far!

1. Brenna posted it already, so I won't again.

2. Of course you can!!

3. Nope. You don't need any experience. I have had friends pass who have no dance training at all.

 

[wonderlandbound]

Hi everyone this is my first post here so I hope I do this right.

I hope/plan (I'm being positive about it) on attending the spring 09 program, and I only have a few questions, for now anyway.

1. How much interaction can you get with ICPs? I know they stay in the commons and I've read most work in EPCOT in their respected countries. I really love to meet people from around the world so I would love to be able to befriend some of the people on the internation program!

2. Since I'd be there in the spring, how do I go about filing taxes? I've never had to file them as I'm currently only 17 and I've not had a job yet so I've never had to do any tax except for sales tax. Is there anywhere nearby that will help file our taxes?? Sorry if this question is stupid, but it's been on my mind today.

3. I'll have to leave at the earliest leave date for a choir Europe trip for my state, but there is also a mandatory meeting on April 29th that I would have to be there for (I could probably work something out but I don't know for sure). Would I be able to get that day and maybe the ones before and after off? Would I have to wait till I was down there to request for it?

4. Is it weird having your parents visit you at work? I have the type of dad who'll just stand there (probably in everyones' way too. He does for my choir and musical stuff) and take pictures of me working and I would be pretty embarassed if he caused a major traffic jam or something!!

5. I hope to audition for a character performer and was wondering if CP character performers get to do the shows and parades too? Like fantasmic or the shows infront of the castle and stuff? And is it possible to do the finding nemo musical on the college program?

Sorry if these are really stupid questions.

 

[bennyb98]

1. How much interaction can you get with ICPs? I know they stay in the commons and I've read most work in EPCOT in their respected countries. I really love to meet people from around the world so I would love to be able to befriend some of the people on the internation program!

Yep, thats true but there are LOTS of social events for everyone to go too, just go to one of the pool parties as soon as you get there and you will meet LOTS of people from all over. I also got to know a few ICPs simply by walking around World Showcase alot.

2. Since I'd be there in the spring, how do I go about filing taxes? I've never had to file them as I'm currently only 17 and I've not had a job yet so I've never had to do any tax except for sales tax. Is there anywhere nearby that will help file our taxes?? Sorry if this question is stupid, but it's been on my mind today.

Well I just waited until I got back and filed with my parents since I still technically live with them when i'm not away at college, so I don't think i'm much help with that.

3. I'll have to leave at the earliest leave date for a choir Europe trip for my state, but there is also a mandatory meeting on April 29th that I would have to be there for (I could probably work something out but I don't know for sure). Would I be able to get that day and maybe the ones before and after off? Would I have to wait till I was down there to request for it?

You can request days off as soon as your at your work location. At my location it was simply submitting a labor request and you would get the time off if it was available. However be forwarned that you WILL be scheduled at least 5 days a week as a CP, if you want more days off you will have to find someone to give your shift too or post it on the Extra Hours Hotline, or you can call in and get a point.

4. Is it weird having your parents visit you at work? I have the type of dad who'll just stand there (probably in everyones' way too. He does for my choir and musical stuff) and take pictures of me working and I would be pretty embarassed if he caused a major traffic jam or something!!

LOL no, my folks are the same way and you and your fellow workers will get used to it, there are LOTS of folks who visit the parks and just stand around taking pictures of what seems like the littlest things so I wouldn't worry about it.

5. I hope to audition for a character performer and was wondering if CP character performers get to do the shows and parades too? Like fantasmic or the shows infront of the castle and stuff? And is it possible to do the finding nemo musical on the college program?

Yep, CPs can do just about anything in entertainment, I had friends who were Mickey Mouse after being there just a few days, but it really all has to do if you fall within a magic height for what you can do and if you can do the movements.

Hope that helped!