College Program Questions Thread, Pt 3

[piratechick]

So 2 days ago, I did something really stupid which resulted in me along with 2 other friends of mine getting terminated..

I feel extremely bad and stupid.. But I would like to reapply for the program 2 years from now. Would I be able to rehire? Also, I didn't have to sign any papers to state that I was terminated or a no re-hire papers or anything. I don't know if that's useful information or not.. But I would appreciate any help I could get.

Thanks.

Unfortunately, I have bad news for you. When you get terminated from Disney, you are instantly put on the No Rehire list and that list is permanent. There are no second chances with Disney. I've heard of one person who was able to get rehire, but only because they knew someone higher up personally. That is why I try to warn people not to do anything stupid while on the program because Disney is very strict and will terminate you for any little thing. I'm very sorry that you was terminated and maybe hopefully in the near future they will start thinking about rehiring people for whatever reason (short-handed, make a new list, etc) and that you will be accepted.

 

[Eeyores Butterfly]

I don't know if you're willing to disclose what you did, but it will realy depend on the circumstance. Some offenses are worse than others. I had a roommate my third program who had left with no notice (just quit showing up to work) the program before. She had a good work history other than that and rehired, but would not let her do entertainment (her previous role). So they did give her a second chance.

I believe alcohol/drug violations are considered no rehire circumstances. As is anything like stealing from the company.

However, it certainly never hurts to apply. Make sure you get a job between now and then. STick with the same company if you can and work your butt off. If you can show them a positive work history, you may have a better chance. But again, it really depends on what you were termed for.

 

[tlynk]

Does anyone know what the official bank of WDW is? What brand of banking is listed on the majority of ATM's throughout the park. I'm wondering if the CP students can opt for direct deposit into their current bank, and use the ATM's as needed.

 

[Joanna71985]

Does anyone know what the official bank of WDW is? What brand of banking is listed on the majority of ATM's throughout the park. I'm wondering if the CP students can opt for direct deposit into their current bank, and use the ATM's as needed.

The Disney branch is called Partners. I'm not sure what bank ATMs are used in the parks (I always withdrew my money from either backstage or at housing, both of which used Partners ATMs).

But CPs can use direct deposit for their own banks as well.

 

[tlynk]

The Disney branch is called Partners. I'm not sure what bank ATMs are used in the parks (I always withdrew my money from either backstage or at housing, both of which used Partners ATMs).

But CPs can use direct deposit for their own banks as well.

I found the answer on Disney's site regarding ATM's onsite at WDW in case others are wondering.

ATM Locations | Walt Disney World

For your convenience, automated teller machines—presented by Chase—are located throughout Walt Disney World Resort

**I posted a question about Partners on the parents thread. Thanks again!

 

[ElectroDiscox]

Unfortunately, I have bad news for you. When you get terminated from Disney, you are instantly put on the No Rehire list and that list is permanent. There are no second chances with Disney. I've heard of one person who was able to get rehire, but only because they knew someone higher up personally. That is why I try to warn people not to do anything stupid while on the program because Disney is very strict and will terminate you for any little thing. I'm very sorry that you was terminated and maybe hopefully in the near future they will start thinking about rehiring people for whatever reason (short-handed, make a new list, etc) and that you will be accepted.

Now, I was terminated for housing reasons.. No alcohol or drugs.. Just a car trunk was involved. If you guys know what I mean.. -_-

I mean even if I messed up my college program it means I wouldn't be able to go for a full-time? Argggg..

 

[DisneyDiva22]

Hello! I have a question for ya'll...

When am I able to apply for the Fall Advantage 2010 program? I was curious as to what is the exact date I can fill out the application and submit it. I want to get it in as early as possible.

Thanks!

 

[BethAnne Sthrn Belle]

Now, I was terminated for housing reasons.. No alcohol or drugs.. Just a car trunk was involved. If you guys know what I mean.. -_-

I mean even if I messed up my college program it means I wouldn't be able to go for a full-time? Argggg..

...not sure what you mean by car trunk. But I have heard of people being rehired 2 years later who were termed ( for stealing money from roommates)

 

[glendalais]

Now, I was terminated for housing reasons.. No alcohol or drugs.. Just a car trunk was involved. If you guys know what I mean.. -_-

I mean even if I messed up my college program it means I wouldn't be able to go for a full-time? Argggg..

It all depends on the decision of Casting Services, in the case of most positions with Walt Disney World Co. (WDW/DLR), or of Human Resources for all other segments of The Walt Disney Company and Affiliated Companies.
In some circumstances, they can choose to overturn and/or ignore a No Rehire status and rehire a person into the company. From my experience, it's generally when we have extreme labour needs, which simply isn't the case at the moment. And of course, it depends on the reason for which you were originally terminated.

To obtain more information, you would have to submit an Application for Employment, at which time a Casting Cast Member/HR Representative should discuss the issue with you.

 

[Berlioz70]

When am I able to apply for the Fall Advantage 2010 program?

No one knows the exact date - but it'll be sometime in mid-January.

 

[DisneyDiva22]

Thank you very much!

 

[Pure_Imagination]

Can we discuss pay rates here? Not that money is everything- but out of curiosity, which roles pay the worst and best?

Also, which are you more likely to get the most hours in? The least?

One last question:

Has anyone here done FSFB? It's one that I don't hear much about, but lately I've been interested in working in restaurants.

 

[graygables]

Banking question: the bank w/ the ATMs for guest use is Chase. I consider them pond scum, so refuse to do any kind of banking with them. They ate up Wamu (?) and are slowly switching branches over, but right now, it's a mess trying to bank there. Pond. Scum. CMs cannot use the ATMs onstage while at work, either.

I opened an account with Partners. It's a credit union and more stable than a bank, IMO. Deposits are insured. I have direct deposit, easy peasy right into my account every Thursday morning. Partners ATMs are in the backstage areas, so very convenient for CMs. As long as I have direct deposit, there are no minimums or fees. The only thing that I don't like about it is that I don't get a detail of what has come out of my account until it actually clears, although the "available" amount DOES reflect up-to-minute purchases. My regular bank, as soon as a hold is placed, it lists all the details, so I was spoiled to that. My only other complaint is they have a 10 swipe limit on the card (learned that one on Thursday) where you can't use your debit card as credit more than 10 times in a day. Kinda stunk when I had a lot of shopping to do as I prefer the credit option to ensure coverage under the Visa TOS.

Warning: Mother Mode kicking in...

Getting termed: Memo to current and prospective CPs: DON'T DO IT. Seriously, how fun is it, really, to get trashed (and spend the next day puking and paying for it, not to mention having little or no memory of what happened)? How about sneaking someone into Vista in the trunk of your car? Is it THAT fun? Is it worth losing a significant opportunity to swipe $20 from a register or eat that cookie? A day at the beach instead of work? Are the Utilidors really THAT interesting? Do you really need to watch Illuminations when you called in sick?

Disney expects they are hiring ADULTS on the CP. If you are unable to behave like an adult and have some kind of work ethic, please don't take up the space for someone who can and does. It's not fair to the person who missed out on the opportunity. You need to HONOR and respect that person by doing your absolute best when you are here. It is a privilege to be hired into the CP, it's not so easy anymore, and with the economy the way it is, be grateful for such a fantastic opportunity. You are working while many of your peers are struggling to find jobs, even at Taco Bell or Target because of the Masters and PhDs looking for work. Your foot is in the very tight door of this immense company with nothing but bright opportunity waiting for you on the other side. "Life is an occasion. Rise to it!"

Signed,
CP alum and mother of 2 CP alum. (removing Mom Hat...)

 

[disneychickforever]

I just wanted to add on the self-term/term comment that graygables put up. Don't think that if you quit it's so much better then getting terminated. You still get a restricted rehire, regardless of the circumstances. And though it might be a tad (and this is a really small tad) better then no-rehire status, it's still very hard to have removed.

I left my first program because I fell, injured my knee, and needed to go home for treatment. It took 3 semesters of reapplying, and a knee surgery to get me back in, and if I screw up this time any career at Disney is shot.

Moral of the story? If it was that hard to get back in over something that was beyond my control, imagine how hard it is to get back in because you simply "didn't want to do it anymore."

Doing the CP, you are on a contract. Do everything in your control to not break that contract.

Just my 2 cents...take it or leave it if you like

 

[Goofster18]

ok, so in reply to the post above, we have been told that, as of now, if we have to leave the CP for a health reason or a family emergency (my friend left because her grandma is dying) we have to talk to the correct channels and people and we will not be blacklisted. Not sure how true this is, but for her it worked out. I'm obviously not going to test this at all, but I still know that getting any job here is a great opportunity and doing the CP is very tough to get in now, so getting rehired and coming back is going to be tough for a number of reasons. but personal reasons, it all depends on who you talk to and you follow up well. how and why you leave can make or break it for you.
Have a Magical Day!!!
Goofster18

 

[Berlioz70]

Can we discuss pay rates here? Not that money is everything- but out of curiosity, which roles pay the worst and best?

I'm not sure what the exact wages are anymore...

but when I did the program last fall lifeguards, character performers, and the BBB were the highest paid. Whereas attractions and merchandise seemed to be on the lower end. I believe QSFB has premiums based on location, so it has the potential to be on the higher end as well.

Also, which are you more likely to get the most hours in? The least?

It actually has little to do with your role and more to do with location. For example, if you get attractions you could get tons of hours at magic kingdom, but hardly any at DAK because of the difference in operating hours.

 

[Goofster18]

Lowest is around 7.21/hr whereas others are higher I believe in the 8$ range. And yes, QSFB can change if you are at a resort or in a park, less in the parks. Basically, what was said above is true. And, location is most important, because MK is open for tons of extra hours and much later, but the carts closer around 9pm, but the actual housing locations where they sell funnel cakes or etc. are open for all the extra hours.......even if you work every single hour at AK it has significantly less hours than MK usually closing round 6 or 7pm. No fireworks or ending night show. so yea, thats the kinda breakdown. For reference, you can never know how many hours you can get. I got 53 hours the first few weeks, but now im getting just over 30 and not getting the extra 70$ an overtime i was getting early on. It all depends, but I make enough to survive, you jus cant be spending a ton every week, i'm getting roughly about $150-$170 a week, which isn't bad.
Have a Magical Day!!!
Goofster18

 

[magickqueen]

Hi everybody,

1. Who provides and moderates the internet usage in the dorms?
2. What are the addresses for the three different complexes?

Thanks!

 

[msminnie2010]

Lowest is around 7.21/hr whereas others are higher I believe in the 8$ range. And yes, QSFB can change if you are at a resort or in a park, less in the parks. Basically, what was said above is true. And, location is most important, because MK is open for tons of extra hours and much later, but the carts closer around 9pm, but the actual housing locations where they sell funnel cakes or etc. are open for all the extra hours.......even if you work every single hour at AK it has significantly less hours than MK usually closing round 6 or 7pm. No fireworks or ending night show. so yea, thats the kinda breakdown. For reference, you can never know how many hours you can get. I got 53 hours the first few weeks, but now im getting just over 30 and not getting the extra 70$ an overtime i was getting early on. It all depends, but I make enough to survive, you jus cant be spending a ton every week, i'm getting roughly about $150-$170 a week, which isn't bad.
Have a Magical Day!!!
Goofster18

That really calms my nerves. During this past semester I was lucky to bring home 200 dollars every two weeks (I worked about 4hrs a day, 4 days a week). So I know for sure I can survive on 150 dollars more or less a week.

 

[Pure_Imagination]

That really calms my nerves. During this past semester I was lucky to bring home 200 dollars every two weeks (I worked about 4hrs a day, 4 days a week). So I know for sure I can survive on 150 dollars more or less a week.

Lol, same here!! I would be okay as long as I saved up what I do earn until then.