NZST celebrates a decade of dreams as students land Disney World roles in 2024

For over a decade, the New Zealand School of Tourism (NZST) has been instrumental in helping hundreds of Kiwi students realise their dream of working at Disney World in Florida, USA—a renowned theme park widely acclaimed as ‘the most magical place on earth.’

Each year, the Disney World recruitment team traverses the globe to seek out top talent, making annual visits to NZST to interview their top Level 5/6 Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management students.

In the latest recruitment cycle, 22 students received coveted roles at Disney World, set to commence in 2024. The students will have the chance to delve into various professions aligned with their education, spanning hospitality, hotel management, customer service, health and safety, and administration.

Congratulations to the accomplished students who constitute this year’s Disney World cohort:

  • Alyssa Walsh
  • Zack McPike
  • Camily Hok
  • Jessica Parker
  • Peggy-jane Dugmore
  • Sophie Courtier
  • Nga Rangi Rangi Turahui
  • Lydia Saofai
  • Maisie Turner
  • Katrina Chance
  • Niko Fuiava
  • Tinei Partsch
  • Peyton Brooks
  • Jorja Philips
  • Rebecca O’Connor
  • Tayla Sousa
  • SohailaHaidari
  • Hannah Pitt
  • Kelsey May Tuffin
  • Simone Lang
  • Te Ama Macfarlane
  • Regan Shore

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