Conservation Education Presenter Internship - Spring 2027

About the role

As a Conservation Education Presenter with the Animals, Science & Environment team at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you will inspire future generations to take action to care for our planet. You will be part of a high-energy, fast-paced front-line team engaging Guests of all ages as they discover the magic of nature.

Program Length

The internship runs from January 5, 2027 to June 24, 2027. Participants must be fully available for the entire duration; no exceptions will be made.

Responsibilities

• Actively invite Guests to connect with animals and conservation topics at Wilderness Explorer Troop Leader locations and select animal habitats throughout the park
• Share information about animals and the natural world using fun and engaging storytelling techniques
• Empower thousands of Guests to positively impact wildlife and take conservation action
• Note: no direct animal contact takes place in this role

Basic Qualifications

• Be receptive to Disney Look appearance guidelines
• Possess unrestricted US work authorization for the duration of the program (Disney does not sponsor visas for the Disney College Program)
• Be receptive to exposure to outside elements including heat and/or humidity, cold temperatures, wet conditions, and prolonged standing/walking
• Be willing to follow all cleaning and disinfecting procedures in the work area, including handling cleaning chemicals and supplies
• Additional personal protective equipment (face shields, goggles, refillable hand sanitizers, etc.) may be required
• Personal passion for conservation and wildlife, as well as a passion for sharing insight and knowledge of wildlife conservation with others
• Strong interpersonal skills including the desire to interact with children and families from all over the world
• Experience or interest in teaching or presenting in a formal or informal learning environment
• Ability to work as part of a diverse, high-performing team in a feedback-rich environment
• Ability to regularly work weekends and holidays, outdoors for 8+ hours per day, and in all weather conditions including extreme heat and rain

Eligibility Requirements

• At least 18 years old when submitting the application
• Currently enrolled at an accredited US college or university (or US territories) and actively working toward an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Graduate degree
• Graduated within the last 12 months of this job posting (graduation after August 31, 2025)
• Completed at least one term or a minimum of 6 credit hours toward your degree before the program start date
• In good academic standing at your school
• Valid work authorization in the United States for the full duration of the program (US citizens, US nationals, green card holders, and F-1 students with valid OPT or CPT authorization are welcome)

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal teaching/education experience
• Previous experience working or volunteering in an informal learning environment such as a zoo, aquarium, museum, state park, or nature center
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated conservation and environmental knowledge
• Ability to speak more than one language

Required Education

Must meet all of the above program participation eligibility requirements or be actively participating on a Disney Program with an original arrival date of June 22, 2026 or later.

Preferred Education

Life or Environmental Sciences, Environmental Policy, Biology, Zoology, Education, Recreation, Communications or related major.

Pay

$19.60 per hour