Why Intern in Hospitality, Tourism, and Events?
As a dynamic industry, it allows learners to work in a variety of roles and settings, from hotels and restaurants to tour groups and music venues, providing endless opportunities for growth and development in a fun and fast-paced environment.
85%
event management employers consider internships and other work experience as the most important factor when considering job candidates (Event Leadership Institute)
75m
new jobs by 2027 (World Travel & Tourism Council’s)
80%
employers said that internship experience is a critical factor they consider when hiring recent graduates (NACE)
97%
increase in recruitment for tourism internships (ISE)

Common Questions Answered…
What is a remote hospitality internship?
Offering remote internships in this field enables your learners to gain exposure into this expansive industry. The Covid-19 pandemic had a significant impact on this sector, but it is currently experiencing a resurgence with a newly transformed perspective. Learners may intern with restaurants, tour providers, events management companies, and more, affording them the opportunity to witness how the industry has pivoted and thrived in response to the changing societal landscape in the post-covid era.
What tasks will interns in hospitality, tourism and events undertake?
Projects may include researching locations, planning budgets, and engaging vendors for upcoming events, all accomplised remotely. They may also be involved in helping the company gain exposure to their events, products, and services through updating the website, building email marketing content, creating promotional content, or even devising travel itineraries. The possibilities within this field are extensive, and through remote internships, learners will gain firsthand exposure to the inner workings of an industry that is constantly evolving.
What skills will learners gain on a remote hospitality internship?
To prepare learners for success this sector, critical questioning, innovation, service, and continuous learning and improvement are essential. Challenges may arise at any time, necessitating dynamic adaptablity and resilience, all of which can be nurtured under the guidance of industry professionals. A strong ethic and teamwork skills are fundamental to succeed in this industry. Remote hospitality internships will prepare learners to effectively collaborate, problem-solve, and achieve project success in a global environment.
More Than Just An Internship


Ariana
Arizona State University
– Remote Event Management internship, with a company based in Switzerland
“My confidence in gaining employment has increased because my Virtual Internship allowed me to acquire valuable skills and hands-on experience in the hospitality field, which will make me a more competitive candidate for jobs in event planning and related fields. Additionally, the successful completion of various projects has boosted my self-assurance and belief in my abilities, and given me a significant stepping stone towards achieving my career goals. I feel more prepared and confident than ever to enter the job market.”

Biggest skill gain?
“I had the opportunity to create various promotional materials for events, including landing pages, emails in MailerLite, and newsletters. Overall, my experience and skills gain in digital design during my Virtual Internship was invaluable. My newfound ability to create professional-looking materials that effectively promote events and engage audiences will undoubtedly serve me well in the future.”
Any advice for future interns?
“Working collaboratively with colleagues is a valuable experience as it gives insight into how teamwork can lead to successful project outcomes.”
Featured Internships in Hospitality, Tourism, and Events

Property Manager Internship
FIDALSARENT
SpainGenerate sales, build long-term relationships with property owners and learn knowledge and regulations surrounding property management.

Junior Growth Executive Internship
Littlemess Limited
United Arab EmiratesSupport the marketing team in assessing their data and optimizing its understanding for both internal and external audiences through data visualization.

Business Development Internship
Movsta Technology Pvt.Ltd
IndiaBe involved in projects around lead generation and conversion, and also organizing different webinars for International Technology Camp programs.
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