CPT Hotel Jobs
Hotel jobs on CPT span front desk operations, food and beverage management, event coordination, and revenue management, roles your DSO can authorize when the work is directly tied to your hospitality, tourism, or business curriculum. CPT must be part of your degree program, so your I-20 lists the employer before your first shift.
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Highgate Hotels:
Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.
With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.
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What You Will Learn
This internship will provide hands-on exposure to the operational side of the hospitality business, including hotel performance, departmental coordination, service standards, financial reporting, and corporate operations support. The intern will have the opportunity to observe how hotel leaders evaluate business needs, support property teams, and drive operational excellence across Viceroy’s luxury hotel portfolio.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the SVP of Operations with day-to-day operational projects, reporting, and administrative support.
- Support hotel operations initiatives related to guest experience, service standards, departmental performance, and property-level execution.
- Gain exposure to core hotel departments, including Front Office, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Rooms, and other key operational areas.
- Assist with basic accounting and financial tasks, which may include reviewing reports, organizing data, tracking expenses, supporting budget-related projects, and helping prepare operational summaries.
- Compile and organize operational information, presentations, reports, and follow-up items for leadership review.
- Partner with property and corporate teams to support special projects, process improvements, and operational initiatives.
- Help analyze hotel performance metrics, guest feedback, service trends, and operational opportunities.
- Attend meetings, take notes, track action items, and assist with follow-up communication as needed.
- Maintain a professional, service-oriented approach when interacting with hotel leaders, associates, guests, and corporate partners.
- Support additional projects and assignments that provide exposure to hotel operations, finance, and executive leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently enrolled as a college junior or senior in Hospitality Management, Hotel Administration, Business, Finance, or a related program.
- Prior hotel, restaurant, luxury service, or hospitality internship experience preferred.
- Strong interest in hotel operations, luxury hospitality, and long-term career growth within the hotel industry.
- Basic understanding of hotel departments and the overall guest journey.
- Comfort working with numbers, reports, and basic accounting or financial information.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
- Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Positive attitude, curiosity, discretion, and a willingness to learn from hotel and corporate leaders.
COMPENSATION TYPE: Hourly
Highgate Hotels:
Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.
With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.
LOCATION:
Overview:
What You Will Learn
This internship will provide hands-on exposure to the operational side of the hospitality business, including hotel performance, departmental coordination, service standards, financial reporting, and corporate operations support. The intern will have the opportunity to observe how hotel leaders evaluate business needs, support property teams, and drive operational excellence across Viceroy’s luxury hotel portfolio.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the SVP of Operations with day-to-day operational projects, reporting, and administrative support.
- Support hotel operations initiatives related to guest experience, service standards, departmental performance, and property-level execution.
- Gain exposure to core hotel departments, including Front Office, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Rooms, and other key operational areas.
- Assist with basic accounting and financial tasks, which may include reviewing reports, organizing data, tracking expenses, supporting budget-related projects, and helping prepare operational summaries.
- Compile and organize operational information, presentations, reports, and follow-up items for leadership review.
- Partner with property and corporate teams to support special projects, process improvements, and operational initiatives.
- Help analyze hotel performance metrics, guest feedback, service trends, and operational opportunities.
- Attend meetings, take notes, track action items, and assist with follow-up communication as needed.
- Maintain a professional, service-oriented approach when interacting with hotel leaders, associates, guests, and corporate partners.
- Support additional projects and assignments that provide exposure to hotel operations, finance, and executive leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently enrolled as a college junior or senior in Hospitality Management, Hotel Administration, Business, Finance, or a related program.
- Prior hotel, restaurant, luxury service, or hospitality internship experience preferred.
- Strong interest in hotel operations, luxury hospitality, and long-term career growth within the hotel industry.
- Basic understanding of hotel departments and the overall guest journey.
- Comfort working with numbers, reports, and basic accounting or financial information.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
- Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Positive attitude, curiosity, discretion, and a willingness to learn from hotel and corporate leaders.
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Get Access To All JobsHotel CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Which hotel job titles qualify for CPT authorization?
CPT is open to any hotel role your DSO determines is an integral part of your curriculum. Front desk agent, rooms division coordinator, food and beverage supervisor, revenue management analyst, and event services associate are common approvals for hospitality and business students. O*NET occupation profiles can help you confirm whether a specific role aligns with your declared major.
Can I work at a hotel on CPT before I finish my degree?
Yes, CPT is available while you're still enrolled. You need at least one full academic year completed on F-1 status before your DSO can authorize it, and the work must be a required or elective component of your program. You can't start working until your updated I-20 lists the employer and your CPT authorization is active.
Does full-time CPT at a hotel affect my OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT lasting 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Many hotel internships run 12 to 18 months, especially management trainee programs, so confirm the exact duration with your DSO before accepting. Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, does not affect OPT regardless of how long it runs.
How do I find hotel employers who understand CPT work authorization?
Search Migrate Mate for hotel employers with verified work authorization experience. Employers familiar with F-1 CPT requirements already have compliant onboarding processes, understand I-9 documentation for EAD holders, and are less likely to rescind offers when they see your authorization type. Properties that have sponsored hospitality roles before are the ones worth prioritizing.
What documents does a hotel employer need to verify my CPT?
At I-9 completion, you provide your valid F-1 visa stamp, current I-20 listing the employer and CPT dates, and your CPT EAD. Hotels with E-Verify enrollment will run your documents through the system within three business days of your start date. Make sure your I-20 end date matches your actual last day, mismatches flag during E-Verify checks and require DSO correction to resolve.