CULTURAL REPRESENTATIVE PROGRAM

A World of Magic Awaits You
CULTURAL REPRESENTATIVE PROGRAM

A World of Magic Awaits You

The Cultural Representative Program plays an important role in helping us create immersive experiences and transport guests to another place. To qualify for this program, you must be at least 18 years of age and authentically represent one of the countries or regions that has inspired our resorts, pavilions, and theme parks.

Some roles (as indicated) may be part of a country pavilion. We recruit friendly, outgoing, hospitality-oriented people to represent their cultures, traditions, and history of their country. Participants have the chance to greet and interact with people from across the globe all while sharing their own heritage. Participants will also contribute greatly to our overall guest experience across the Walt Disney World® Resort, including the Kidcot Fun Stops.

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Country Overview
Program Roles
Program Benefits
FAQs
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Cultural Representative Program Perks

Working at Walt Disney World® Resort has its perks!
As a Disney International Programs participant, you’ll get…
Weekly Pay
Apartment Options
Bus Transportation
Theme Park Admission
Exclusive Discounts
Program Events

Frequently Asked Questions

To be eligible to apply for the Cultural Representative Program, you must:

  • Speak English fluently.
  • Be at least 18 years of age to apply.
  • Be able to authentically represent one of the countries or regions that has inspired our resorts, pavilions, and theme parks

Cultural Representative Program participants have the opportunity to share the unique culture and customs of their country with guests and cast, while working in a front-line, guest-facing role. The program takes place in a setting that encourages sharing of their culture and interactions with guests from around the world.
 
  • To qualify for this program, applicants must "authentically represent" one of the countries or regions represented at a Walt Disney World theme park or resort.  
 
  • To be considered culturally authentic, you must have spent your formative years in the country you wish to represent. Formative years include periods of childhood and adolescence during which social, emotional and physical development occurs. 

For the Cultural Representative Program, after you have received Form DS-2019, you may proceed with making your visa appointment.

For the Cultural Representative Program, you will receive the I-797 Visa Approval Notice on your Dashboard about 4-6 weeks before your arrival date. Once the I-797 Visa Approval Notice is received, you can make your visa appointment. Please do not make the visa appointment until the approval notice is received. You will receive an e-mail once the I-797 has been placed on your Dashboard.

Health and life insurance are provided for participants in this program. However, coverage does not begin until the first day of the month following 90 days of continuous service.

We strongly encourage you to obtain appropriate insurance coverage before this date in case you need medical attention. You may choose any policy that best fits your needs.
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