Once accepted into the Disney College Program, what does the onboarding process entail? I'm curious about the steps before officially starting and any paperwork or training involved.
The onboarding process for the Disney College Program follows a clear process over several weeks, starting from when you receive your acceptance and leading up to your arrival in Orlando or Anaheim.
Firstly, there is online paperwork that needs to be completed. This includes your Work Location Agreement, Housing Agreement (if you are staying in provided housing), and filling out various information forms.
Secondly, at about 2-4 weeks prior to your start date, there will be a pre-arrival webinar where they go over what to expect during your check-in day and first few days with Disney.
Third, Disney offers an optional online learning module called "Disney Look Book". This provides an overview of the Disney Look, which is their official dress code. This is designed to help you better understand the expectations and standards of appearance while working at Disney.
Finally, on your check-in day at either Walt Disney World or Disneyland, you will participate in both a housing meeting and a Casting Session where you'll complete onboarding. Later in the week you'll also take Traditions, which is the official Disney orientation class where you're introduced to the company's heritage and culture.
After successful completion of initial onboarding and training sessions, you'll move on to specific on-the-job training at your assigned role location.
Remember, Disney also provides a detailed information packet upon acceptance to the program, so make sure you review all the materials thoroughly to ensure you don't miss any important steps!
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