Housekeeping Intern: Luxury Hotel Experience

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Fujairah; On-site; AED 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

InterContinental Fujairah Resort is seeking a Housekeeping Intern to support the housekeeping team and learn daily hotel operations while helping maintain guest room cleanliness and satisfaction.

You will gain practical exposure to room turnover, amenities delivery, and collaboration with front desk and maintenance in a luxury five-star setting. This internship offers hands-on experience in housekeeping processes and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a diploma or degree program in Hospitality Management or a related field.
• Previous experience/On job training in a similar position
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for cleanliness.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills to complete assignments, checklists, and routine tasks.
• Physically able to lift, carry, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, stand, and move around the facility as required.
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist in the daily cleaning of guest rooms, public areas, and special facilities such as gyms, pools, and event spaces.
• Support the team by preparing rooms for guest check-in, including making beds, vacuuming, dusting, and restocking amenities.
• Assist in the quick and efficient turnover of guest rooms, ensuring cleanliness standards are met before check-ins.
• Assist in stocking and organizing housekeeping carts with necessary supplies and materials.
• Participate in daily team briefings to understand the workflow and any special tasks for the day.
• Learn the importance of timely guest service by responding to housekeeping requests and delivering extra amenities as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments such as maintenance and front desk to address guest concerns and requests.
• Learn to follow safety and health guidelines, including the proper handling of cleaning chemicals and waste disposal.
• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Physically fit

Education

Hospitality management student

Tools

Cleaning equipment knowledge

Job description

InterContinental Fujairah Resort is seeking a Housekeeping Intern to support the housekeeping team and learn daily hotel operations while helping maintain guest room cleanliness and satisfaction.

You will gain practical exposure to room turnover, amenities delivery, and collaboration with front desk and maintenance in a luxury five-star setting. This internship offers hands-on experience in housekeeping processes and safety standards.