Store Planning Intern, Spring 2027
- Location
- Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Job Posting Title: Store Planning Intern, Spring 2027 Req ID: 10160399 Job Description: About the Role & Program
Are you passionate about data-driven decision-making, merchandise strategy, and creating unforgettable guest experiences through product storytelling? Join our Store Planning team as an intern and help shape the financial and strategic direction of our merchandise locations.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to apply your analytical skills and business acumen in a dynamic retail environment. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with Merchandise Strategy, Planning, and Operations teams to optimize product flow, forecast demand, and drive revenue, all while gaining hands-on experience in merchandise financials and trend analysis.
This exciting internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Orlando, FL area from January 2027 to June 2027.
As a Store Planning Intern, you’ll contribute to the strategic planning and execution of merchandise assortments across various retail locations. Your work will directly impact how products are presented, replenished, and experienced by guests.
On any given day, you might:
- Analyze business performance using financial reports, KPIs, and trend data to identify opportunities to maximize revenue and improve guest engagement.
- Forecast inventory needs and establish presentation quantities to support product launches and seasonal events.
- Develop merchandise strategies in partnership with Planning and Strategy teams, using guest insights, financial data, and operational feedback
- Create product flow calendars and floor plans in collaboration with Visual Presentation to ensure cohesive storytelling across locations.
- Recommend replenishment and backfill strategies to maintain optimal inventory levels and data integrity.
- Communicate with Operations teams to ensure seamless execution of merchandise plans and strategies.
We’re seeking analytical, collaborative candidates passionate about retail strategy and driving business results through strategic planning and financial insight.
Please Apply If You Have/Are
- 1+ years of experience in strategic planning, financial analysis, or business development (internships or academic projects count!)
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong understanding of merchandise planning, financials, forecasting, and trend analysis.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
It Would Also Be Great If You Are
- Familiarity with financial planning software or retail analytics tools.
Education
- Junior or Senior year preferred.
- Major or previous coursework in Business, Finance, Retail/Merchandise, Math, or a closely related field.
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below
- Be enrolled in an accredited college/university, pursuing a degree, taking at least one class at the time of application, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
- Have not completed one year of continuous employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Possess unrestricted work authorization.
Additional Information
- The approximate dates of this internship are January 2027 through June 2027.
- Be fully available Monday–Friday for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week.
- Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Orlando, Florida area.
- Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work.
- Be aligned with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.
- We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida-based Disney Interns through American Campus Communities. For more information, click here .
Recommendation – Print This Role Description: We encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description to refer to during an interview. This role description will no longer be available once the posting is closed. The pay rate for this internship in Orlando, Florida, is $23.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits. Job Posting Segment: NA - Global Retail Job Posting Primary Business: Parks (NA) Primary Job Posting Category: Other Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted: 2026-10-05
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Posted 5 Oct 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job