APPLICATION PROCESS (Summer 2026)

CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM

The Cultural Exchange Program provides you with the opportunity to spend your school break working at Walt Disney World® Resort. As part of this program, you'll learn directly from some of the most talented entertainment and guest service professionals in the industry. You'll also be immersed in different cultures from around the world, connect with industry experts and build lifelong relationships.

For more information about roles, accommodations, learning opportunities, and fees, please visit our website:

https://jobs.disneycareers.com/disney-programs#international

To participate in the Cultural Exchange Program, you must be:

• Able to speak fluent English

• At least 18 years of age at time of application submission

• A student enrolled in an accredited, degree-issuing college or university; and returning to school for at least one term following the program; students can also participate in the program immediately following graduation

• Have completed at least one semester (or equivalent)

Program Dates

Program Dates

June 1st - Aug 13th

Pay Rate

• Pay rates start at $18.00 USD/hour - minimum of 30 hours per week

J1 Visa – Sponsored by Disney

Participants are responsible for:

• Sevis Fee - $35 USD (approximate)

• Visa Processing Fee - $185 USD (approximate)

Medical Insurance

• Students are required to purchase medical insurance for the duration of the program prior to traveling to the USA

(more information will be provided at a later date).

Housing Costs

• $202 to $246 USD per week, depending on the type of the apartment.

• Program Participation Fee is $442 USD (this one-time, non-refundable fee includes):

 Activities and Fees ($240 USD) - helps support the administration, events and activities scheduled in

the housing complex throughout the program.

 Housing fee ($202 USD) – a portion of this amount may be applied to the participant’s housing cost

for the first week of the program.

• Transportation provided to and from work at no cost

• Complex is gated with on-site security

• For additional information: https://www.americancampus.com/student-apartments/fl/disney/flamingo-crossings-village

Airfare

• Participants are responsible for their round-trip flights to and from the USA.

Criminal Background Check – Police Clearance Certificate

• If selected, will need to provide copy of Police Certificate and copy of passport in order to process the background check (more information will be provided at a later time).

* (All prices are subject to change)