Cluster Sales Intern - InterContinental Hotels Group Dubai Festival City

InterContinental Hotels Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global luxury hotel brand in Dubai is seeking a Cluster Sales Intern to support the Sales & Marketing Team. The role offers a learning opportunity for students or recent graduates, focusing on sales processes, relationship management, and industry knowledge. Interns will receive a certificate, access to the IHG Academy Portal, and can engage in exciting activities, all while building a professional network in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Certificate of achievement

Networking opportunities

Involvement in exciting activities

Access to IHG Academy Portal

Qualifications

• Currently studying or a fresh graduate from any Hospitality school and accredited university.
• Good understanding of core hotel operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating the Sales & Marketing Team.
• Learn and apply sales processes through training and established procedures.
• Observe and participate in sales activities, including sales calls.
• Support account management by maintaining accurate client profiles.

Skills

Sales process understanding

Client relationship management

Effective communication

Proactive attitude

Team collaboration

Education

Hospitality-related degree from an accredited university

Job description

Cluster Sales Intern - InterContinental Hotels Group® Dubai Festival City

Hotel: Dubai Festival City (DXBHB), PO 45777, 45777

Do you see yourself as the Cluster Sales Intern for InterContinental Hotels Group® Dubai Festival City?

Our commitment to our people is to deliver room to have a great start, to learn and grow, to perform. You will have the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals, learning from the best in the business and developing your skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. This internship provides a great opportunity for students or recent graduates to start their career in hospitality and gain practical knowledge and experience.

A little taste of your learning journey:

• Assist in coordinating the Sales & Marketing Team and provide daily sales administration support.
• Learn and apply sales processes through training, sales office rotation, and established sales procedures.
• Observe and participate in sales activities, including sales calls, Sales Blitzes, and other promotional initiatives.
• Support account management by maintaining accurate client profiles in OPERA and notifying the Director of Sales of required updates.
• Maintain up-to-date product knowledge (including IHG DFC) and support the Sales Team in building and strengthening relationships with prospects and existing clients.
• Promote effective communication and knowledge sharing by collaborating with team members and posting relevant operational updates.
• Currently studying or a fresh graduate from any Hospitality school and, from an accredited and renowned University.
• Flexible, energetic and proactive.
• A warm, approachable, and professional demeanor at all times, coupled with an eagerness to learn.
• Good understanding of core hotel operations and True Hospitality service skills.
• Willingness to support events and initiatives that may occasionally extend beyond regular working hours.

But that's not all! Here are the benefits you'll enjoy upon successfully completing the internship:

• Receive a certificate honoring your outstanding contribution and achievements during your time with IHG. Additionally, you'll receive a valuable service letter that can strengthen your future job applications in the thriving hospitality industry.
• Showcase your internship experience on the prestigious IHG Academy Portal, a platform that highlights your journey and opens doors to potential future roles within the IHG family.
• Immerse yourself in one of the most renowned brands in the hospitality industry, elevating your professional reputation and unlocking exciting career opportunities.
• Build lifelong connections and expand your professional network within the industry.
• Engage in thrilling activities organized twice a year to add a touch of fun and camaraderie to your experience.

Ready to embark on an internship that will shape your future? Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity. Apply now and let your journey begin with InterContinental Hotels Group® Dubai Festival City

Who we are

As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.