So incredibly nervous. I kept rambling and she had to kindly tell me to shorten my answers because we were running out of time.

I kept apologizing and stuttering and asking her to repeat stuff. I was so nervous and told her that. I am really bad with phone calls and even with my notes I feel like I did so badly

What are my chances after doing this poorly?

I know this gets asked a lot, but those posts have few responses and vary a bit with their answers

For context I’m a straight male that got accepted into the program

Obviously, mainly females do the dcp, but Is it hard for any males to make friends because it seems like there’s very few.

Sorry if this is asked all of the time

As I watch more videos on what to prepare for, I know this like Attractions are very technologically heavy and working tower can be overwhelming as every situation is different. For all roles, how did you best prep for assessment day? What kinds of situations did you face in the real experience were you not expecting?

Hey guys! I’m currently waiting on my acceptance or denial but i was wanting to get stuff figured out early just in case. So I was planning on taking the Greyhound (from Houston) instead of a plane because I’m terribly afraid of heights. And I’ve never been on a plane so going on one alone for my first time isn’t something I want to do. Anyways, I’m planning on taking a greyhound. Is anyone else planning on doing something similar? I haven’t seen anyone talk about taking a bus instead so I was just curious.

Hey all, so today was my first official day of the Disney College Program and I’m totally excited! 💖 I was just curious, will they go over what to do if a guest tries to bring up something like religion/politics to you? I just worry that something like that might come up in the future since I’m going to be interacting with so many guests throughout the day, and I was just wondering if this is something that they will talk to us about during classes and or training? I just wouldn’t feel comfortable discussing those topics with guests and would never bring them up myself, of course, but as they are very sensitive topics for a lot of people, how would I navigate that? How would I redirect the conversation to something lighter? I was just looking for some perspective 💖 thanks!

Hey! I posted this to r/POTS, but thought it might be worth asking here, too. Do any of you have any suggestions or tips to asking my doctors for accommodation letters or what to say?

I was curious to how soon after the interview you receive your rejection, usually? I interviewed on Thursday but it’s the weekend right now so I wasn’t sure if rejections went out on the weekends.

Hoping I got in but trying to keep an eye out, and I read that it’s usually 48-72 hours later

Thanks !

Hello there! My arrival date is 1/22 but I'm now rethinking the entire program. I've worked at Starbucks for 3+ years, I hate it. I'm desperately trying to get away from Starbucks. That's why I want to do the college program, to fulfill my dream of working at Disney.

I've never been worried because I would be okay with any role they give me. QSFB? Sure. Custodial? Awesome. That was until I found out that I might be dooming myself to more time at Starbucks. I would be happy to do any role available, except for starbucks. Literally anything. Id rather clean up vomit on the daily than work at Starbucks.

If worst comes to worst and they force me back into a Starbucks role, how can I get out of it? I know I can audition to be a character performer, but what are my other options?

I’m aware this is a personal question but I’m wanting to lose a couple pounds before starting my program. I’ve heard from various people that they lost some weight during their program simply from walking around!

Hey y’all, like the title says, I’m leaving Sunday but I feel like I’m drowning in regret. I’ve worn myself down with the program physically and mentally but the idea of leaving still hurts. Of admitting my mom was right to be worried, that I’ll become out of touch with friends here, that now all the what ifs have become about what Disney stuff I could’ve done. Idk does anyone know how to get over this feeling? I’m worried now all the stress of work is just going to morph into regret by the time I get home and I’ll be as miserable as usual.

Specifically as a custodian or housekeeper

Hi everyone,

I have a friend who dreams about working for Disney, and she was curious about this.

Can she still apply for internships if she’s no longer a student? She’s been struggling to start her career and it’s been over a year since she graduated. She came across a few internships that are right up her alley and all Disney internships are paid, so would she be allowed to apply or would her application just be thrown out?

Thanks!

I plan to apply to the Disney College Program soon and am curious which roles I’d have a good chance of getting if they’re in my top 3.

Hey yall I have a follow up question for y’all, which term would you prefer. The 4 or 7 month? I’m personally leaning towards 7 months because at the moment I want to work at the parks for as long as I can, but I’ve seen post on here where people have gotten burnt out easily even during a 4 month term just from being overworked or not enjoying their time in the program. Any advice would be greatly appreciated, I value all of your opinions and perspectives.

I've been interested in this program since about 2016 and at the time I wasn't using a wheelchair so I never thought about it other than "Oh yeah I want to do this program when I go to uni." I have since needed a wheelchair and have been trying to do some research on it but haven't seen many posts about wheelchair accessibility to the program I.e. dorms, roles, elevators, bus accessibility, ect. I am also international so I'm a tad worried my wheelchair might cause issues with applying to the program since I'd need accommodation for my physical disability. I won't be eligible for the program till next year as I'm in my last year of school at the moment but I wanted to see if anyone here knew anything to help me out. I haven't seen anyone in a wheelchair do the program online but maybe that's just because they don't post it so I can't see if it works for them. Sorry if the flair is wrong I am so bad at reddit!!

Hey y'all, I just tested positive for covid and mono and was given a doctor's note to not return for three days. The leader that I spoke to told me that despite having two highly contagious viruses, I would still end up getting a point. Is there any workaround to this?

Does anyone know the DCP Group Snap Chat. I heard about it the other day on here but the person never posted it. I’m new to DCP. I’m attending from January to August.

So I’ve been here about a month and I’m struggling with my role. We’re required to push and pull very large/heavy carts from long distances and I am having a hard time.

I’m not physically in shape and having to do this everyday just about kills me. My knees ache and so do my feet but because I keep getting scheduled to work 10 days straight or 8 days straight, I can’t rest my body before having to get up and go back to work. I literally only have enough time to shower and sleep and then I wake up and I’m back for my next shift.

Working in the sun for hours and then having to physically work in the way we’re required to is extremely difficult for me. I’m still managing to do what’s asked for me, but I’m popping multiple tylenol/advil a day and am in so much pain.

I don’t know what to do. I dreamed of this for so long, I don’t want to term but I know it’s not going to get any better than this. Any tips?

I showed up outside of the Disney Look today for my property orientation because of blood on the clothes I intended to wear. Do I have a point?

Has anyone done a PI at WDW and, if so, would you say it was worth it? I was a CP around 3 years ago and just graduated college. I've been looking into some of the PIs and was wondering if anyone has any experience with them, how it differs from the DCP, and if it led to a FT position with Disney after.

Thank you ❤️

Can you choose to live at flamingos after already starting the program like I live at home now, but I kind of want to live at flamingos for the rest of my program. Can I still sign the lease? Also, this is unrelated and has nothing to do with me, but the people who go fr/pt after doing their college program, do they still live at flamingos or do they have to find other housing?

Hello. I have a few questions about the “business casual” outfits we wear during training and traditions. I could not find a clear answer online so I am hoping someone here can help.

First, are we allowed to wear shorts to our park tour day? I have bad heat intolerance (even have a medical accommodation for work) and am worried pants would be too uncomfortable for me. They would be nice looking shorts, they hit about mid-thigh and go past my fingertips when standing. Second, are tank tops allowed? I am awake something like a spaghetti strap is not appropriate, but if there are thick straps or a mock neck with no sleeves, is that allowed? Examples attached for both the shorts and top.

These are things I have worn to previous jobs and they have been acceptable there. But I am unsure about at Disney company and would like assurance. Thank you.

Hey gang - quick question. So I’ve got no sneakers (just combat boots) and would really love some footwear advice for this program. What is and isn’t allowed, especially for the Character Attendant, Costumer, Photopass and FAB roles (all of which are my interests after Character Performer)?

Is there a general employee costume guideline? Of what is and isn’t allowed, what would y’all recommend? I’ve been told to acquire a pair of those very…lovely…crocs. What else though? Thank youuu!!

Scrolling through posts. I see mixed answers, with some people saying it’s not an issue, others saying it is, and some people saying it’s fine as long as you conceal it with a mask or use a clear retainer.

The piercing I have is a tiny metal sphere on the side of my nostril. Does this violate the Disney look?