Hospitality Internships
Hospitality internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience across real operations, mentorship from working hospitality professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Leading openings come from Agriculture & Farming, with Flik Independent School Dining, Comcast, and LAZ Parking among the employers posting roles now.
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At Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando, our team members get to make a difference and have fun every day. Our world-class team brings to life the incredible, award-winning hotels located at Universal Orlando Resort.
Named one of Central Florida's Top Workplaces and one of America's Best-in-State Employers by Forbes, we are committed to our ”power of we” culture.
Are you looking for a place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day and be able to connect, engage and delight?
- We offer excellent benefits and perks including one free meal per shift and free theme park access.
- We have a dynamic culture that makes every day interesting, challenging, fulfilling and fun.
- We embrace diversity at our core and offer the opportunity for all team members to reach their potential.
- We invest in training and development opportunities for all team members.
- We promote social responsibility by being a good neighbor in the community.
- We care for you, just as we care for others.
Who We Are: Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.
Growth and belonging start here; you'll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role-from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT-offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.
Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.
About Lakewood Regional Support
Our regional support center provides resources to our hotels for multiple areas including Human Resources, Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Security, Group Reservations, Guest Contact Center, Information Technology, Laundry and Communications.
Earn while you learn with a two-semester hospitality internship program that includes direct or management training placement opportunities.
From back of the house to front of the house, this professional learning experience offers meaningful career exploration and development to help you learn new skills to grow your career.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Participants should expect to learn and perform the job duties of the position(s) within their assigned department
Learn the various systems used in the hotel
Assist in analyzing and ensuring practice of guest service standards at hotels
Completes projects, as assigned, in a timely manner
Perform other duties as assigned
Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow team members
Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
Remains current with hotel information and changes
Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards
Qualifications
Passion for and commitment to equality, diversity and community efforts
Positive attitude, strong work ethic and eagerness to learn
Desire and ability to work with others collaboratively
Excellent communication skills - both oral and written
Exceptional guest service skills
Effective management, leadership, and organizational skills with a focus on details quality and consistency.
Ability to work flexible schedule to include some weekends and holidays
Education: Pursuing an Associates, Bachelors, or Masters Degree in Hospitality Management from Rosen College of Hospitality Management.
Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
At Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando, our team members get to make a difference and have fun every day. Our world-class team brings to life the incredible, award-winning hotels located at Universal Orlando Resort.
Named one of Central Florida's Top Workplaces and one of America's Best-in-State Employers by Forbes, we are committed to our ”power of we” culture.
Are you looking for a place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day and be able to connect, engage and delight?
- We offer excellent benefits and perks including one free meal per shift and free theme park access.
- We have a dynamic culture that makes every day interesting, challenging, fulfilling and fun.
- We embrace diversity at our core and offer the opportunity for all team members to reach their potential.
- We invest in training and development opportunities for all team members.
- We promote social responsibility by being a good neighbor in the community.
- We care for you, just as we care for others.
Who We Are: Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.
Growth and belonging start here; you'll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role-from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT-offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.
Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.
About Lakewood Regional Support
Our regional support center provides resources to our hotels for multiple areas including Human Resources, Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Security, Group Reservations, Guest Contact Center, Information Technology, Laundry and Communications.
Earn while you learn with a two-semester hospitality internship program that includes direct or management training placement opportunities.
From back of the house to front of the house, this professional learning experience offers meaningful career exploration and development to help you learn new skills to grow your career.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Participants should expect to learn and perform the job duties of the position(s) within their assigned department
Learn the various systems used in the hotel
Assist in analyzing and ensuring practice of guest service standards at hotels
Completes projects, as assigned, in a timely manner
Perform other duties as assigned
Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow team members
Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
Remains current with hotel information and changes
Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards
Qualifications
Passion for and commitment to equality, diversity and community efforts
Positive attitude, strong work ethic and eagerness to learn
Desire and ability to work with others collaboratively
Excellent communication skills - both oral and written
Exceptional guest service skills
Effective management, leadership, and organizational skills with a focus on details quality and consistency.
Ability to work flexible schedule to include some weekends and holidays
Education: Pursuing an Associates, Bachelors, or Masters Degree in Hospitality Management from Rosen College of Hospitality Management.
Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
Hospitality Internship Market
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- Agriculture & Farming
Tips for Your Hospitality Internship Search
Apply in fall for the following summer
Large hotel groups, restaurant corporations, and hospitality management companies open summer intern applications as early as September. If you wait until spring, the structured cohort programs at bigger employers are often already full. Set a calendar reminder for early fall and treat those deadlines like course registration dates.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hospitality intern hiring teams expect limited work history. What they look for instead is documented evidence you can do the work, event proposals, service-design case studies, food-and-beverage cost analyses, or operations improvement projects from class. Compile two or three of these with the tools you used and make them easy to share in an application or interview.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and faculty or career center staff often know which hospitality employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Alongside that, apply directly to companies running smaller intern cohorts that never come to campus. Both channels together reach more opportunities than either one alone.
Practice the hospitality intern interview out loud
Most hospitality intern screens involve situational and behavioral questions, describe a time you handled a difficult guest, resolved a team conflict, or improved a process. Practice answers out loud, not just in your head, because interviewers weigh how clearly you explain your reasoning as much as the outcome you describe. Run through your examples until the structure feels automatic.
Target structured rotational programs early
Major hotel brands and hospitality management companies run rotational intern programs designed to train people new to operations across departments like front office, food and beverage, and revenue management. These cohorts recruit months before they start and are competitive. Identify the programs that fit your interests and apply in the first recruitment wave, not the second.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 80% of the hospitality internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, relocation, commute, or remote, before you start sorting listings. Filter by location and work type upfront on Migrate Mate so you spend your time on roles you can actually accept.
Hospitality Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a hospitality internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For hospitality candidates, a documented portfolio of service design projects, event plans, or operations case studies gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications to company career pages with campus career fairs, where hospitality recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a hospitality internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it in hospitality is consistent performance on real operational tasks, whether the team has open headcount, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position yourself by delivering on every project and asking about next steps before your internship ends, without counting on an offer.
When should I apply for hospitality internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large hotel groups, restaurant chains, and hospitality management companies recruit their summer intern cohorts the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller properties, independent operators, and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings frequently and apply as soon as a role matches your availability.
Are hospitality internships paid?
Most professional hospitality internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, segment, and location, a large hotel brand or corporate food-service operator typically pays more than a small independent property. Listings show compensation where the employer discloses it, so filter for roles that share that information if it matters to your decision.
What should a hospitality internship resume include?
Lead with two or three documented projects rather than work history. For hospitality candidates, that means event plans, service-recovery case studies, operations improvement proposals, or food-and-beverage cost analyses, with the tools you used and a link or attachment where reviewers can see the work. Add relevant coursework in hospitality management, food service, or tourism. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote hospitality internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 20% of the hospitality internship listings here, with the rest on-site. The share reflects how operations-heavy the field is, but corporate functions like marketing, revenue management, and procurement do post remote cohorts. Those roles fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a hotel management rotational internship?
Rotational internships place candidates across multiple departments, front office, food and beverage, housekeeping, and sales, over a single summer or semester, giving broad exposure before a specialty is chosen. Major hotel brands run structured versions of this program for students new to hospitality operations. These programs recruit early, attract strong competition, and fill their cohorts well before the semester begins, so apply in the first wave.
Can international students get hospitality internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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