PI Program/Other Options Post-graduation

[lidepi]

I have had literally zero luck at all finding a position or opening in my field via Disney's own websites that I seem eligible for. I graduated college with Biology/Chemistry and minor in psychology and am looking for a position with Disney's science/horticulture/zoology departments. So far all I have been able to find are professional internships - which I don't believe I am eligible for as I graduated greater than 6 months ago. I have been employed in the biology/biotech industry since my graduation if that matters.

Does anyone have any ideas on how to get into contact with someone for these positions? I would be willing to do the PI program if I can find a way in, as I'm not sure how someone get's into the jobs after that anyway. Thanks!!

 

[lidepi]

I recently applied to the college program because it seems this might be one of the only ways to start working there at all. Basically I believe that working through CP positively and doing a good job would line me up to get a PI.. only problem is I'm technically not in school. I had the idea to enroll in courses just to make me eligible for the CP/PI programs, but since I graduated and hold a degree currently I'm not sure if that will effect me.

My end goal is to work through CP, hopefully get a PI and move up into a science/animal based role. My hesitance stems from my job currently - I have a job in pharmaceuticals which is paying pretty well and it would be a pretty huge decision to quit that for a CP position merely hoping for the ability to move further.

Does anyone have an opinion on if this is realistic or not? Anything would be helpful!

 

[DillonJoseph]

I'm curious to find out how everything worked out for you