So it really depends on what type of kid you have and how they money will be spent. Disney does take rent out of the paycheck. This rent includes electric, water, cable, and internet. You will need to pay for laundry. I don't know what it costs now but it was pretty reasonable from what I can remember. You also need to buy all your own groceries. If they have a car, they need to pay for gas, but if you take Disney provided transportation to work, then there is no fee there. Also we bought a TV, toaster oven, basic dishes, pots, pans, etc for the apartment as it does not come with a lot of stuff.
I did not save any money because you are not getting paid a whole lot. Disney is required to give you at least 30 hours a week to work. My first program I consistently worked 40. My second program it was more 30-35 hours. I was no gourmet chef so I bought basic grocery but did eat a lot with my friends. We had a season pass to Universal as well that we bought. My first program most of my money went to food, especially no off days when we went to the parks. My second program I was 21 so you can imagine where some money went. I do know people who saved money, but they basically worked and that's all. All my friends (and we were not crazy party people) came home with little money. However, I had enough to live off of and never asked my parents for money and didn't need to touch my savings. I was fine not saving anything as it was more about the experience than the money.
I didn't realize rent included pretty much everything. That's great information.....Thank you!!!!