College Program Questions Thread, Pt 3

[AladdinJay]

Thanks so much!! Do you happen to know what it has been in the past (like 10% or whatever)?

For CPs, since they can admit 3 people in on the Maingate, I assume a CP can purchase up to 3 discounted tickets. Is that only 3 ever, or 3 per night the party is? I'm just thinking if I purchase 3 for one set of friends, and then have another set coming another date, can I purchase a discounted 3 again for a separate night? Or is it only 3 for the entire time?

 

[figmentfan6]

Hello everyone,

I'm applying for Fall 2012 and I am having a hard time finding any info on the hopper role. Has anyone had experience or know anything about this role? I'm basically having a hard time deciding what role I want. I've narrowed it down to Merch, Custodial, Photopass, or Vacation Planner. I figured I could just go for the hopper role and that way I can at least do Merch and Custodial randomly. However, I do not want to hop the other roles like FB, Attractions, etc. I also am trying to get regular/minimal hours so I don't get rundown with classes and everything too.

Can someone please help? I need to get this App submitted.

I know some folks have replied already, but I wanted to add something. Merch is NOT the way to go if you want short hours. I had a roommate (self-termed) who did Merch and got put on Main Street in Magic Kingdom. It was insane. She worked until odd ends of the morning because they were truly at the mercy of the guests there in terms of when they could close. I would imagine that FSFB, Lifeguarding and Housekeeping get regular hours because they have early and set closing times (in terms of Housekeeping, they start early in the morning). I did Concierge and my hours were very steady. I never worked earlier than 6:45 am and no later than 10:30 pm (unless they decided to put me on Front Desk till 2:30 am, which never actually happened). Good luck!

 

[Traveliz]

Thanks so much!! Do you happen to know what it has been in the past (like 10% or whatever)?

For CPs, since they can admit 3 people in on the Maingate, I assume a CP can purchase up to 3 discounted tickets. Is that only 3 ever, or 3 per night the party is? I'm just thinking if I purchase 3 for one set of friends, and then have another set coming another date, can I purchase a discounted 3 again for a separate night? Or is it only 3 for the entire time?

I am pretty sure it is for each party night. I know my daughter bought tickets for herself and friends a couple of nights of parties through the years. Some of the parties (usually the first ones) have a pretty good discount; others none at all.

Liz

 

[Waahzombie]

Question, I took my WBI earlier today and still haven't recieved anything regarding a phone interview yet. I've noticed that many schedule right after the WBI. Does anyone know if this is normal? I'm eeeking out because I really want to do this. haha. I'm sure most would.

 

[Waahzombie]

Question, I took my WBI earlier today and still haven't recieved anything regarding a phone interview yet. I've noticed that many schedule right after the WBI. Does anyone know if this is normal? I'm eeeking out because I really want to do this. haha. I'm sure most would.

 

[bellebookworm9]

Question, I took my WBI earlier today and still haven't recieved anything regarding a phone interview yet. I've noticed that many schedule right after the WBI. Does anyone know if this is normal? I'm eeeking out because I really want to do this. haha. I'm sure most would.

First question is, did you use a Mac? I've heard that the WBI isn't compatible with them and causes a lot of problems-you may need to call and ask them to let you take it again. Second question is, did you get an e-mail of any sort saying you passed or not? Either way, check your dashboard on the CP website, which may tell you about e-mails you've missed, and where you are in the process.

 

[Waahzombie]

First question is, did you use a Mac? I've heard that the WBI isn't compatible with them and causes a lot of problems-you may need to call and ask them to let you take it again. Second question is, did you get an e-mail of any sort saying you passed or not? Either way, check your dashboard on the CP website, which may tell you about e-mails you've missed, and where you are in the process.

I used Internet Explorer. I got the confirmation after the WBI saying that i would soon receive an email regarding the phone interview. I've been checking the dashboard frequently as well and there has been nothing. If I don't get an email tomorrow I will call them.

 

[mrsxsparrow]

First question is, did you use a Mac? I've heard that the WBI isn't compatible with them and causes a lot of problems-you may need to call and ask them to let you take it again. Second question is, did you get an e-mail of any sort saying you passed or not? Either way, check your dashboard on the CP website, which may tell you about e-mails you've missed, and where you are in the process.

This is no longer true. As of last app cycle, they've fixed the compatibility issues.

I used Internet Explorer. I got the confirmation after the WBI saying that i would soon receive an email regarding the phone interview. I've been checking the dashboard frequently as well and there has been nothing. If I don't get an email tomorrow I will call them.

I wouldn't freak out, but I would probably call if you don't get anything tomorrow. It took a few hours for me to get the phone interview scheduling email, it wasn't an immediate thing. Hopefully you'll get it by tomorrow

 

[TR0N IS0]

Hello! I have a question (and I tried searching, so forgive me if this has been asked) about FSFB.

If anyone (or if you know of anyone, that) has been in the CP under the FSFB role, where did you (they) work? [Which park, restaurant, etc?]

From what I've read, the main job is being a host/hostess (greeting, seating) and I am aware it's a non-tipped role, but what other little tidbits can one give about this position? I'm working as a bartender/server currently, so I believe that's why they placed me in this position.

 

[flyslyw]

What are some typical transportation roles for CP's? I know that no requests are guaranteed and Disney puts you where they need you and all, but can you still request any specific transportation roles like monorail pilot during your interview?

 

[Joanna71985]

What are some typical transportation roles for CP's? I know that no requests are guaranteed and Disney puts you where they need you and all, but can you still request any specific transportation roles like monorail pilot during your interview?

Monorail (however, I heard CPs are no longer pilots), ferry boats to/from MK, friendship boats at Epcot, and the boats between Epcot and DHS

 

[Waahzombie]

I wouldn't freak out, but I would probably call if you don't get anything tomorrow. It took a few hours for me to get the phone interview scheduling email, it wasn't an immediate thing. Hopefully you'll get it by tomorrow [/QUOTE]

So I called them and she said that she didn't know what was wrong. She told me to see if it was possible to take the WBI again and the screen came up but she told me not to take it and she would do more research on why it wasn't sending and call me back. So hopefully I'll get a call soon.

 

[keeper509]

I have a question if i got an email back saying they are still checking my qualifications, is that good or bad? it as been 4 weeks since my phone interview

 

[taigirl87]

I have a question if i got an email back saying they are still checking my qualifications, is that good or bad? it as been 4 weeks since my phone interview

Did the email mention the word pending? Because that could be what is going on.

 

[keeper509]

Did the email mention the word pending? Because that could be what is going on.

it said "We are currently processing your application, and at this time your status is pending a final decision." if that means something
they also said they are checking my qualifications and i should hear back by april 25th and i signed up for may-jan

 

[taigirl87]

it said "We are currently processing your application, and at this time your status is pending a final decision." if that means something
they also said they are checking my qualifications and i should hear back by april 25th and i signed up for may-jan

What the official blog says is that it is taking them longer to figure out where to put you, where as for some people it is easy for them to figure it out. I don't know if I really buy that though cuz one my friends who has done the program twice before is pending too. I wish I understood the methods that they use to decide who gets accepted, who gets pended, and who gets denied.

The good thing is that pending isn't exactly a bad thing, because there are many people who got pended who have gotten accepted after a few weeks from getting that email. Unfortunately, there are those who also waited until the date they told them to and eventually got denied

 

[keeper509]

What the official blog says is that it is taking them longer to figure out where to put you, where as for some people it is easy for them to figure it out. I don't know if I really buy that though cuz one my friends who has done the program twice before is pending too. I wish I understood the methods that they use to decide who gets accepted, who gets pended, and who gets denied.

The good thing is that pending isn't exactly a bad thing, because there are many people who got pended who have gotten accepted after a few weeks from getting that email. Unfortunately, there are those who also waited until the date they told them to and eventually got denied

I hope that i hear back soon! I have a friend who just went down there this week and says he loves it so it is getting me pumped to go. id hate to wait til april 25th just to get denied. thanks for all the help! do think they could wait all the way til april 25th just to say yes?

 

[taigirl87]

I hope that i hear back soon! I have a friend who just went down there this week and says he loves it so it is getting me pumped to go. id hate to wait til april 25th just to get denied. thanks for all the help! do think they could wait all the way til april 25th just to say yes?

I think it's possible but probably unlikely as I'm sure by then that the majority of the positions would be filled. But you never know as people do decide not to go after getting accepted and so they may accept people then.

 

[RogerRadcliffe]

Hello, I have a question I hope someone can answer: What happens after two weeks of waiting (patiently) after the phone interview?

I applied the second week that applications were open, and applied to both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. I am also open to every job with Attractions Merchandise, and Hopper being my top 3. My phone interview was on February 9th, which I received an email at 11pm ET confirming that it had happened, but got a call on February 10th to reschedule it, which I assume was a communication error. I have waited patiently now, and have been keeping an eye on my dashboard (check it about once a week) and it is still listed as "In Progress". Any help is appreciated!

Thanks, and have a Magical Day!

 

[Que_Sarah_Sarah]

I would say if there isn't a response by the end of the day Monday, go ahead and shoot them a quick email asking them when you might expect to hear back. Make sure it comes across that you are EAGER to find out not UPSET that you haven't heard yet