Does applying for Advantage vs. regular program increase you chances?

[hightown]

I realize Disney's acceptance criteria is mysterious but wondered what others opinions might be.

THANKS!

 

[BadDad]

To answer your question:

"What's the definition of Advantage?"

 

[Musings]

Yes, if you apply for advantage you are more likely to get it. Same thing if you apply for custodial, merchandise or quick service. Those roles are the ones that usually need the most of and are the least sought after. Advantage is an advantage for them as their training is worth more longer.

 

[hightown]

Yes, if you apply for advantage you are more likely to get it. Same thing if you apply for custodial, merchandise or quick service. Those roles are the ones that usually need the most of and are the least sought after. Advantage is an advantage for them as their training is worth more longer.

Thanks for your answer! (Sans snarkiness) I appreciate it.

 

[Musings]

Thanks for your answer! (Sans snarkiness) I appreciate it.

Just make sure you're actually prepared to do 7 months if you apply for it. Once you're locked in, you're locked in. I did the advantage program and I don't regret it but there were times I were jealous of those who had been able to go home earlier.

 

[hightown]

Just make sure you're actually prepared to do 7 months if you apply for it. Once you're locked in, you're locked in. I did the advantage program and I don't regret it but there were times I were jealous of those who had been able to go home earlier.

Good point. (I'm the Mom by the way). It's her decision of course.

 

[BadDad]

Good point. (I'm the Mom by the way). It's her decision of course.

I'm the Dad.

Sept 2013, when my D was deciding to do Spr or Spr Adv. I asked: "Do you have a guarentee summer job?"

 

[hightown]

I'm the Dad.

Sept 2013, when my D was deciding to do Spr or Spr Adv. I asked: "Do you have a guarentee summer job?"

If it were me I'd do advantage and think she should too for various reasons. She actually does have a summer job if she wants it.

But she has her reasons for wanting only shorter program. I shared what 'advantage' actually meant. She'll need to decide this one for herself.

 

[Musings]

If it were me I'd do advantage and think she should too for various reasons. She actually does have a summer job if she wants it.

But she has her reasons for wanting only shorter program. I shared what 'advantage' actually meant. She'll need to decide this one for herself.

I will add some further information for some people.

Some of the potential downsides and upsides of staying for 7 months:

You're away from family further and you're locked in. If you don't like it and your role, you have a longer program. It also means you lose chances during the summer. However, people who do the 3 month program usually don't form the same bonds as the people who stay for 7 months. The managers, I worked at one of the largest locations, started to get to know me better around the 3 month mark. I also noticed those who stayed for the advantage program formed closer bonds and had better potential. You can also take Disney classes during the first 3 months and have freedom during the summer if you wanted to do that way.

However, the way I view it, in reality we're all going to be living away from our parents. These 7 months teach you a valuable life experience, you live a sense of freedom you will eventually have to deal with on your own - except you have a safety net. You're surrounded by thousands of other CPs who are in the exact same situation, you have guaranteed transportation, albeit not the most reliable, and you have people all in the same situation as you.

It is a test trial and teaches you quite a bit about yourself. The other advantage of advantage is if you extend, you're there for a year. The other way extensions would work if you decided you wanted to extend is you extend to the advantage and then to the 1 year. Extensions are tough to get, having a longer period to prove yourself will help with a career. Not to mention it looks better on a resume to have 6-7 months versus 3 months.

There are downsides and it depends on what their plan is. Disney isn't the highest paying job but the experience is worth it. I just had a call, the other day, specifically referencing my Disney experience. It makes a difference.

 

[Pancakes]

If you have the fear of not wanting to be there 7 months, I always recommend just doing spring and not advantage. If she ends up loving it (like I did!) you can always apply to extend. It's not always guaranteed, but if your record card is clean you're chances are pretty high.

 

[jobro912]

Not sure where the "3 Month" program is coming from? Spring maybe? My son has been down for Fall 2013 and leaves tomorrow...a week shy of 5 months. I guess is makes sense that the chances of being accepted for Advantage would be higher due to Disney getting more out of your training. That said, I believe they get as much as they can out of every CP. My son worked his butt off.

And while it has been said multiple times, if you do not want to work custodial or qsfb, make it very clear. I think my son put low interest on Custodial, and he was accepted for custodial pretty quickly. While he had a great time on his program, about 90% of his time at work was spent in restrooms at Epcot.

 

[Musings]

Not sure where the "3 Month" program is coming from? Spring maybe? My son has been down for Fall 2013 and leaves tomorrow...a week shy of 5 months. I guess is makes sense that the chances of being accepted for Advantage would be higher due to Disney getting more out of your training. That said, I believe they get as much as they can out of every CP. My son worked his butt off.

And while it has been said multiple times, if you do not want to work custodial or qsfb, make it very clear. I think my son put low interest on Custodial, and he was accepted for custodial pretty quickly. While he had a great time on his program, about 90% of his time at work was spent in restrooms at Epcot.

It depends on when they arrive but the program can be about 3-4 months (which is the fall or spring) one. I just in my head refer to it as the 3 or 4 month program. If you arrive at the earliest date then you'll be there longer.


I would like to repeat if you don't want to be considered for it make sure to say no interest and no in the interview, otherwise your chances of getting that role is high. They need people in those roles.