Intern and Trainee roles
Gain experience working across multiple departments in your chosen field.
Our intern and trainee roles offer an unparalleled opportunity to advance your career by gaining experience across multiple departments within your chosen field. Whether you aspire to excel in front desk operations, culinary arts, guest services, event management, or other areas of the hospitality industry, you will receive hands-on training and mentorship from industry experts.
Front desk
Front desk is an important part of the hotel team, responsible for ensuring that guests have a smooth check-in and check-out process, providing them with information about the hotel and its amenities, and addressing any concerns or requests they may have during their stay. You'll also have the chance to develop your leadership skills by learning how to manage the department from a supervisory perspective.
Departments include:
- Front Desk
- Reservations
- Sales
- Concierge
Food and beverage
As a member of the food and beverage team, you'll experience the fast-paced environment of bars and restaurants, and rotate through various departments. This will give you a wide range of experience and a taste of what it's like to work in different settings, honing your skills in customer service and operational efficiency.
Departments include:
- Fine Dining
- Casual Dining
- Banquets & Events
Gastronomy and culinary
Gastronomy and culinary is an exciting division to work in for aspiring chefs and culinary enthusiasts. You'll gain hands-on experience in preparing and cooking dishes, and learn about the operational side of running a kitchen. By the end of your internship, you'll have a solid understanding of what it takes to operate a high-volume, high-quality kitchen, and the skills to succeed in a dynamic culinary environment.
Departments include:
- Banquet Kitchens
- Fine Dining
- Speciality Kitchens
Build your skills with world-class hospitality experts.
An exclusive environment to learn from the best in the industry.
Step into an exclusive environment where you can learn real-life skills from the best in the industry at world-famous resorts across America. Our program is designed to equip you with the knowledge and expertise needed to succeed, all while working in some of the most beautiful and renowned resorts in the country.
Gain experience across multiple departments with a personalised training plan.
Your training plan will be tailored to match your career, ensuring you develop a diverse skill set and a deep understanding of the hospitality industry. Whether it's front desk operations, culinary arts, guest services, or event management, you'll receive hands-on training and mentorship from industry experts in each area. This multi-departmental approach not only enhances your versatility but also positions you for success in a competitive field.
Compensation
The ITP program is designed first and foremost to provide a rich cultural exchange experience and personal development opportunities. However, we also strongly believe that participants should be compensated fairly for their time, so they can fully enjoy and explore America during the program. All of our partner resorts offer internships with competitive hourly wages based on US standards, ensuring a minimum of 32 working hours per week. The specific hourly rate may vary depending on the resort and position, with an average wage of approximately USD 10 per hour. Typically, resorts that provide complimentary meals and accommodation offer a slightly lower hourly wage, while those that charge for these amenities tend to pay a higher hourly rate.
Join hundreds of intern and trainees who travel with us every year.
