Decision Science Graduate Associate, Spring 2026

Disney

Lake Buena Vista, FL

Internship

Intern

94k-94k

3 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Disney Decision Science and Integration (DDSI) team supports clients across The Walt Disney Company, including Disney Experiences, Disney Entertainment, and ESPN, in core competencies such as yield management, revenue planning, forecasting, pricing, and optimization. The team develops, analyzes, and implements strategies to enhance profitability and improve value for Guests, Cast Members, and Shareholders. As part of DDSI, the Decision Science team builds scientific models and data-driven decision support tools used across the company to make better business decisions and drive innovation in methodologies and applications.

Key Responsibilities

Model and analyze revenue management, pricing, marketing, and other business analytics applications using various mathematical, statistical, and simulation techniques.
Support the analysis and validation of forecasting and optimization models.
Perform data collection, data cleaning, data validation, and reporting tasks for various business analytics systems and applications.

Requirements

Strategic problem-solving and analytical skills.
Proficiency in forecasting, machine learning algorithms, deep learning, natural language processing, Bayesian statistics, discrete event simulation, or mathematical optimization methods (e.g., linear/integer/nonlinear/dynamic programming).
Experience with statistical modeling software (e.g., R, Python, SAS) or mathematical programming software (e.g., CPLEX, Gurobi, Xpress, Google OR, COIN-OR, SAS/OR).
Proficient in at least one programming language such as R, Python, SAS, Java, Julia, C++, or MATLAB.
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
Willingness to learn new science, software applications, and tools.
Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data and reporting results.
Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Currently enrolled as a Graduate level student pursuing a degree in Statistics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Math, Economics, or a related field.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Possess unrestricted work authorization.
Able to provide reliable transportation to/from work.
Fully available from Monday to Friday for the duration of the position (January 2026 through June 2026).

Nice to Have

Familiarity with SQL or Tableau.
Experience developing algorithms for large-scale optimization problems.
Prior research or industrial experience in revenue management, pricing, and/or supply chain applications.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled as a Graduate level student in a relevant field such as Statistics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Math, or Economics.

Benefits & Perks

Select benefits such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits may be provided.
Pay rate in Florida is $45 per hour.
Limited housing opportunities for Florida-based interns through American Campus Communities.

Working at Disney

At Disney Corporate, you can see how the businesses behind the company's powerful brands come together to create innovative and admired entertainment. The company fosters a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help grow, innovate, and create the best stories, reaching consumers and guests worldwide. Disney champions diversity, inclusion, and a collaborative work environment that values creativity and innovation.

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