College Program Questions Thread Pt 2

[Joanna71985]

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.

Welcome!

1. You can interact with them if you want. CPs can go over to Commons, as long as it is between 7am and 9pm.

2. I don't know. Sorry!

3. Most likely you would be able to get the day off (especially if you request it off ASAP). And even if you don't, I would speak to a manager. Yes, you would have to be in FL to request it off.

4. No, it's not weird. My parents have visited me at work.

5. Yes, CPs can do shows/parades. Just be aware that for most shows, the dancing ability is HIGH. Also, CPs can't do Nemo as it is an Equity show (and CPs can't be in Equity).

 

[wonderlandbound]

thank you both so much!

 

[sylvesterT21]

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2. I don't know. Sorry!

So this is not actually Disney related but since you're asking about taxes, I might be able to help. When it comes time to do your taxes, Disney will send you a W-2 form that just says how much you've earned (you can/should keep track of it yourself too but the form will have a summary of all your wages)

And then there are websites like TurboTax and H&R Block and other places (some of them are free!) where you can file your taxes online just by plugging in the numbers on your W-2 and giving them the information they ask for....When it comes that time you can check the IRS website to see who they recommend and with whom you can do it so that it is free

Isn't that exciting?

ok, not really...but i hope it was at least helpful

 

[CelticBelle]

So this is not actually Disney related but since you're asking about taxes, I might be able to help. When it comes time to do your taxes, Disney will send you a W-2 form that just says how much you've earned (you can/should keep track of it yourself too but the form will have a summary of all your wages)

And then there are websites like TurboTax and H&R Block and other places (some of them are free!) where you can file your taxes online just by plugging in the numbers on your W-2 and giving them the information they ask for....When it comes that time you can check the IRS website to see who they recommend and with whom you can do it so that it is free

Isn't that exciting?

ok, not really...but i hope it was at least helpful

To go along with that...Dont worry about it. It is VERY easy. especially if you dont make a whole lot of money. Its not something I would worry about. If you are starting at disney next spring and that is your first job, then you wont have to file that information until spring of 2010. Youll get your W-2 around that time also.

 

[nemofinder22]

Few questions-

I'v read that pretty much anyone can pick up PAC shifts is that true? or is it only for Main Entrance op and attractions?

Hows bell service dispatch? I hardly ever read anything about this role and its the one I got.

Thanks everyone! I'll see you all in Aug!

 

[Joanna71985]

Few questions-

I'v read that pretty much anyone can pick up PAC shifts is that true? or is it only for Main Entrance op and attractions?

Hows bell service dispatch? I hardly ever read anything about this role and its the one I got.

Thanks everyone! I'll see you all in Aug!

For the most part, now PAC is attractions-trained unfortunately.

 

[seastars]

How well does Disney handle days off? There are two times my parents are thinking of coming down - once would be a long weekend for mine and my boyfriends 21st birthdays (so I was thinking the Fri-Sat-Sun-Mon bit), and once coming home from a cruise. I was just wondering how often they LET you have the time off, and if it's almost guaranteed once you ask or seldom given.

 

[Joanna71985]

How well does Disney handle days off? There are two times my parents are thinking of coming down - once would be a long weekend for mine and my boyfriends 21st birthdays (so I was thinking the Fri-Sat-Sun-Mon bit), and once coming home from a cruise. I was just wondering how often they LET you have the time off, and if it's almost guaranteed once you ask or seldom given.

It depends on when the times are that you ask for. If it's during busy time periods, it may not be as likely.

 

[seastars]

It depends on when the times are that you ask for. If it's during busy time periods, it may not be as likely.

It'd be in October - the Friday would be the 17th.. So maybe not? Because it's probably around the Halloween party

 

[Joanna71985]

It'd be in October - the Friday would be the 17th.. So maybe not? Because it's probably around the Halloween party

I don't know. It's hard to say right now, because it all depends on the area and the role. Some are more busier then others.

 

[Leslie2010_Joshfan]

If you are doing the college program for one season, can you reapply for another season that would not be an extension of that season? For example, if I'm doing Fall 2008 but then decide later that I want to do the program again after I graduate in Fall 2010, could I do that and still have a similar role?

 

[Joanna71985]

If you are doing the college program for one season, can you reapply for another season that would not be an extension of that season? For example, if I'm doing Fall 2008 but then decide later that I want to do the program again after I graduate in Fall 2010, could I do that and still have a similar role?

Oh yeah. You can apply for more then one CP (I am going on my 4th).

For getting the same role, it all depends if they have room. Being an alumni (especially from the same area) would help, though.

 

[AsianAmy]

Hey girls (as I'm afraid this question may not pertain to guys...)

So I realize by now that Disney is all about the Disney Look...however, I haven't found guidelines on make up. I've been trying to get to the female section of the Disney Look part of the CP website, but for some reason it's not working.

Anyway, back to the question.

Because I have brown eyes, I usually wear a dark green eye liner. I know dark green isn't a conventional color, so is this allowed? Are there certain color eye shadows, etc. we shouldn't wear? Just so I can stock up on make up before I get down there. LoL.

Thanks girls!

 

[tinyt396]

Hey girls (as I'm afraid this question may not pertain to guys...)

So I realize by now that Disney is all about the Disney Look...however, I haven't found guidelines on make up. I've been trying to get to the female section of the Disney Look part of the CP website, but for some reason it's not working.

Anyway, back to the question.

Because I have brown eyes, I usually wear a dark green eye liner. I know dark green isn't a conventional color, so is this allowed? Are there certain color eye shadows, etc. we shouldn't wear? Just so I can stock up on make up before I get down there. LoL.

Thanks girls!

well i am a girl, however i don't wear makeup but to answer your question, as long as your dont go overboard on makeup you will be fine. the dark green eye liner should be fine but if it is not believe me your managers will let you know.

 

[seastars]

Anyone know if I can change my classes once I put them in on the Disney College Program site?

 

[seastars]

Hey girls (as I'm afraid this question may not pertain to guys...)

So I realize by now that Disney is all about the Disney Look...however, I haven't found guidelines on make up. I've been trying to get to the female section of the Disney Look part of the CP website, but for some reason it's not working.

Anyway, back to the question.

Because I have brown eyes, I usually wear a dark green eye liner. I know dark green isn't a conventional color, so is this allowed? Are there certain color eye shadows, etc. we shouldn't wear? Just so I can stock up on make up before I get down there. LoL.

Thanks girls!

Makeup
If makeup is worn, it should be applied in a blended manner and in colors complementary to the skin tone.

If eyeliner and eye shadow are worn, they should be neutral colors that are close in value to your skin tone. Eye shadow and eyeliner should create a natural, blended look and should not extend beyond the natural eye area or the corners of the eye. Mascara may be applied lightly in shades of brown or black. If lip liner is worn, it should not contrast with the shade of the lipstick.

 

[Joanna71985]

Anyone know if I can change my classes once I put them in on the Disney College Program site?

What do you mean?

 

[seastars]

What do you mean?

It asked me what classes I wanted to take when I was accepting my offer - I didn't know if I'd be able to switch from the ones that I picked at a later date, or when I got down there.

 

[Joanna71985]

It asked me what classes I wanted to take when I was accepting my offer - I didn't know if I'd be able to switch from the ones that I picked at a later date, or when I got down there.

You sign up for the Disney classes on Day 2 in FL. You don't sign up on the website.

 

[CelticBelle]

no what she means is when we accept the role offer. They ask you to fill in 2 classes that you would be interested in taking while on the program. I was kind of confused about that too. I thought it said if your doing the fall program you could only take 1 class, but people on here say you can take 2. I also want to change what I put down, but Im hoping that nothing is official, just to get on idea of what people want to do.