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Walt Disney Research Paper

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“You can design and create, and build the most wonderful place in the world. But It takes people to make the dream a reality”- Walt Disney
Walt Disney had always been an inspiration to me, and his legacy has always inspired my career goals. I’ve always seen myself working within The Disney Company someday, due to my memorable childhood experiences at the Disney parks. Walt Disney World has always been a place of solace for my older brother and I. My parents would constantly fight, creating a lot of stress and anxiety for me as a child. Each time we went on vacation, my family would choose Walt Disney World as our destination. Disney World was the only place that my parents would put their differences aside and genuinely seemed happy together. As a young child, it seemed almost magical how my family would suddenly become one at this specific place. Disney was never just a vacation, it was a retreat for my entire family.
Upon discovering the Disney College Program, an internship for college students, it was simply a no brainer to apply. The program involves living and working on Disney property as a Disney cast member. I planned my entire college career around the program by writing a detailed outline of my courses and how they would need to be adjusted. As applications opened, I was both exhilarated and …show more content…

My further exposure to different ethnicities and religions expanded my knowledge of new cultures I hope to explore some day. I met people from all over the world and established relationships with extremely positive and motivating people. They encouraged my goals and aspirations which increased my motivation and work ethic. I made long lasting friendships that I will cherish forever. The program exposed me to different types of people who taught me valuable life lessons that I wouldn’t have otherwise

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