Originally Posted By lesmisfan So for those of you that know me, you know that i am currently earning my BA in Theatre and currently work for the disneyland resort. I just recieved some info that disney is excepting applications for an internship for disney theatrical corporations in new york in the summer. Should I do this? i would have to find ap lace to live in new york and its only for the summer but i feel that this could help me in the long run with getting myself into a professional theatrical group. I need to make a resume but don't have much to put on it other than my AA in liberal arts and my BA im currently earning. Any pointers on resumes? any help would be greatly appreciated!
Originally Posted By tashajilek What i did for my resume was i got a professional to make a resume and cover letter up for me! Goodluck and i wish you the best.
Originally Posted By Schmitty Good Vibes I don't want to be Debbie Downer, but do you have any idea how expensive it is to live in New York City? Please consider this.
Originally Posted By Kar2oonMan If you can find a way to afford to live in NYC for the summer, I'd say go for it. There's nowhere on earth like it, and for a theater person, it's the place to be. And I'd imagine the internship with Disney Theatrical would be incredibly informative and useful to your career. Break a leg!!!
Originally Posted By vbdad55 I know nothing about theatre careers but a lot about resumes and interviewing etc for other jobs. Building a resume is crucial as you need something to separate you from everyone else with a degree. New York and Disney is a heck of a combination to add to a resume. I would however see if you can find someone- anyone who may have done this or something similar to get their take on it. Living in New York is very expensive- but maybe you can find a roommate in this troupe ? I wish you the best in your endeavor
Originally Posted By 999HAUNTS I feel I know you well enough to know that this is exactly what you've been wanting. Does the Disney Theatrical Corporation tie in with Disney on Broadway or something similar? If this happens not to work out, will you be offered your job here in Anaheim again? If so, then I think you should do whatever you can to get into that program. Are there any other co-workers who have expressed the desire to apply also? If so, I think having roommates most definitely is the answer - even if you have to shove 5 people into an apartment. The opportunity is just too great. As far as your resume goes, make sure to include all outside activities even if it sounds miniscule. Did you volunteer at an elementary school to help put on a play? Make costumes? Be sure to get letters from current teachers and friends. Also mention that you were singing on CAST TV during MMM. Pull out all the stops.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub WDW Internships offer affordable housing for foreign students. Perhaps Disney has something comparable with this program in New York. But definitely apply.
Originally Posted By Ursula You HAVE to go for this. You can live in New Jersey and take the train. You can share a room with 16 others. You can find a place that needs to rent out a room. You can do extended hostels. There IS a way and this is something that seems tailor-made for you. And are you kidding me? All you have on your resume is your AA and that you are earning your BA? What about your Disney job? That has opened SO many door for me alone, you have no idea. What about the plays / theatre you've been in? As for your BA, list it and put Pending next to it.
Originally Posted By lesmisfan this all great advice everyone! i really appreciate it! ill look into things like hostels and or see if i know anyone else applying for this as well. Applications and resumes aren't due until march so that give me a little bit of time to not only put in the resume but also look for somewhere to live just incase it does happen. And yeah i would put disney on my resume, i have want im doing know plus my college program experiance and theatre experiance from school and in the community.
Originally Posted By lesmisfan and here some info on opportunities if you get in. "We offer an attractive hourly salary and internships are available in many DTG departments, including: Dramaturgy, Education & Outreach, Finance, Guest Services, Marketing, Publicity, Sales." I think the education outreach would be wonderful, my senior thesis is actually on the negative effects of cutting Art programs including theatre, music, art,etc from schools.
Originally Posted By murfsmom You need to take the opportunity ,it may never come your way again and you will always think"why didn't I" But like 999 said, check everything out and make sure your job at disney will be there for you when you come back. I hope it works out for you,what a wonderful adventure for you ! I have a lot of family in the New York area,I'll check with thm and see if they know of places where "starving" students can stay !!
Originally Posted By lesmisfan thanks! and ive been talking with my mom who just came up with the most awesome idea as well. but first to put in that resume!
Originally Posted By Liberty Belle Sounds like a wonderful opportunity and I agree with everyone, you HAVE to go for it. Best of luck!! If you need help with your resume at all, let me know - I used to be a proofreader and love doing that kind of thing!
Originally Posted By iamsally As you well know; I am a lot older than you. My philosophy............ When you get a once in a lifetime chance; GO FOR IT!!!!!!!!! We regret the chances we do not take. Wishing you the best of fortune in this endeavor. Rod and Ruthie
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Yep, I am with everyone here Lesmisfan, apply for it, definately, you are only young once. Be sure to make sure you demonstrate in your resume how you stand out from the crowd. What difference have you made to things you are involved in. What productions have you been involved in and what capacity? What are your key skills and areas of developing expertise. Make sure you state in your covering letter why you want to do this and what you are hoping to learn, and at the same time, what value you would add to the company. Break a leg, and let us know how you get on.
Originally Posted By chickapin oops--didn't realize there were 2 topics so I responded to the other one! recap: DO IT!
Originally Posted By Kar2oonMan >>my senior thesis is actually on the negative effects of cutting Art programs including theatre, music, art,etc from schools<< An excellent topic and something Disney must believe is harmful as well.
