You must be a sophomore or above in a relevant degree with a 2.8 GPA, proficient in AutoCAD and Adobe Suite, and have completed courses in drafting, modeling, or design.

You will create renders, drawings, and models for show elements, collaborate with project teams, adhere to safety policies, and perform additional assigned tasks.

Design

Creative Arts & Fashion

United States

Orlando

Universal Creative is the research and development group responsible for designing rides and attractions for Universal Parks & Resorts theme parks. It is Universal's equivalent of Walt Disney Imagineering. From 1968 until 1997, Universal Creative was known as MCA Planning and Development. In 1997, when Universal parent MCA was sold to Seagram and dropped the MCA name, the company was renamed Universal Creative.

Entertainment & Media

Universal Creative

Creating a Universe of fun through unparalleled innovation and inspired collaboration.

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Universal Destinations &amp; Experiences Internship Program</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Applications Close: </b>February 28th, 2025, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible &ndash; don&rsquo;t delay!</li>
<li><b>Fall 2025 Program Dates:</b> Approximately September 2025 &ndash; December 2025</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>JOB SUMMARY</b></h3>
<p>Show set design intern will assist the development of multiple themed experiences within the early project phases through concept. Candidate will support the Creative Studio team to generate ideas and develop design studies through the creation of concept models and coordination drawings. They will learn about the creative design and development process of attractions and themed experiences from early ideation through concept development, including exposure to the various team members, departments and partners involved.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES</b></h3>
<ul>
<li>Assists in creating content through renders, drawings, artwork, models and more with an emphasis on show elements or attraction experiences.</li>
<li>Cross collaborates with multiple project partners, departments, disciplines and fellow Team Members.</li>
<li>Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health &amp; Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<ul><li>This position requires a portfolio of work examples &ndash; if available, include a web address with your resume.</li></ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b></h3>
<ul>
<li>In pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Sophomore or above.</li>
<li>Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.</li>
<li>A transcript is required upon application.</li>
<li>Preferred majors include: Themed Entertainment, Architecture, Interior Design, Production/Set Design, Game Design or similar.</li>
<li>Preferred coursework completed: Drafting, 3D modeling, Rendering, Sketching, Illustration, or similar.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>PREFERRED SKILLS &amp; KNOWLEDGE</b></h3>
<ul>
<li>Advanced proficiency in using AutoCAD and Adobe Suite.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Revit, Rhino, Sketchup, 3DS Max, Maya, Unreal, Lumion, Enscape and/or TwinMotion is a nice to have.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Please note the following:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>This internship will be an in-person experience, based in our Orlando offices.</li>
<li>Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than December 2025.</li>
<li>Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.</li>
<li>All of our internships are paid, and you may also qualify for housing financial assistance if applicable. The Recruiter will provide specific eligibility details.</li>
</ul>
<p>Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.</p>
<p>Universal Orlando is an equal opportunity employer. Universal elements and all related indicia TM &amp; &copy; 2025 Universal Studios.</p></div>

Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program

Applications Close: February 28th, 2025, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible – don’t delay!
Fall 2025 Program Dates: Approximately September 2025 – December 2025

JOB SUMMARY
Show set design intern will assist the development of multiple themed experiences within the early project phases through concept. Candidate will support the Creative Studio team to generate ideas and develop design studies through the creation of concept models and coordination drawings. They will learn about the creative design and development process of attractions and themed experiences from early ideation through concept development, including exposure to the various team members, departments and partners involved.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in creating content through renders, drawings, artwork, models and more with an emphasis on show elements or attraction experiences.
Cross collaborates with multiple project partners, departments, disciplines and fellow Team Members.
Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.

This position requires a portfolio of work examples – if available, include a web address with your resume.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

In pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Sophomore or above.
Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.
A transcript is required upon application.
Preferred majors include: Themed Entertainment, Architecture, Interior Design, Production/Set Design, Game Design or similar.
Preferred coursework completed: Drafting, 3D modeling, Rendering, Sketching, Illustration, or similar.

PREFERRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Advanced proficiency in using AutoCAD and Adobe Suite.
Knowledge of Revit, Rhino, Sketchup, 3DS Max, Maya, Unreal, Lumion, Enscape and/or TwinMotion is a nice to have.

Please note the following:

This internship will be an in-person experience, based in our Orlando offices.
Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than December 2025.
Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
All of our internships are paid, and you may also qualify for housing financial assistance if applicable. The Recruiter will provide specific eligibility details.

Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.
Universal Orlando is an equal opportunity employer. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2025 Universal Studios.

Internship, Universal Creative - Show Set Design* (Fall 2025)

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