Engineering trainee

Mandarin Oriental; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 5,000 - 6,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

€500 gross per month

Work uniform and laundry service

Meals during working shifts

Birthday off

Discounts at hotel outlets

Job summary

Mandarin Oriental in Barcelona is seeking an Engineering Department Intern eager to gain hands-on experience in a luxury hotel environment. This full-time position lasts for 6 months and involves supporting administrative and coordination tasks within the Engineering team.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, interest in engineering, and a proactive mindset. Benefits include a monthly stipend of €500, meals during shifts, and more.

Qualifications

• Internship agreement with an educational institution.
• Interest in engineering/maintenance/administration in the hotel sector.
• Eager to learn in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the administrative management of the Engineering department.
• Organize and update technical documentation.
• Assist in maintenance task planning.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Teamwork skills

Education

Student of Business Administration, Engineering, Architecture, or Maintenance

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

At Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona, we are looking to recruit an intern for the Engineering Department, someone eager to learn, grow professionally, and be part of an international and dynamic environment.

This position represents an excellent opportunity to gain first‑hand insight into the technical and administrative operations of a luxury hotel, supporting the Engineering team in the daily management of the department.

Position Details

• Position: Engineering Department Intern
• Location: Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona
• Duration: 6 months
• Working hours: Full-time
• Modality: On-site

Main Responsibilities

The selected candidate will support the Engineering team in administrative and coordination tasks, participating in the day-to-day activities of the department.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Supporting the administrative management of the Engineering department
• Organizing, updating, and filing technical documentation
• Assisting in the planning and monitoring of maintenance tasks
• Supporting coordination with other hotel departments to facilitate daily operations
• Preparing reports, lists, and follow‑up documentation
• Assisting with supplier management, orders, or related documentation when required
• Collaborating with the team to improve internal processes

Candidate Profile

We are looking for an organized, responsible individual with a positive attitude who is eager to learn in a high‑level professional environment.

Recommended Requirements

• Student of Business Administration or related studies, Engineering, Architecture, or Maintenance
• Internship agreement with a university, school, or training center
• Good command of office tools, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proactive, solution‑oriented mindset and willingness to learn
• Good teamwork skills
• Interest in engineering/maintenance/organization/administration within the hotel sector and in hotel operations

What We Offer

• €500 gross per month
• Work uniform and laundry service
• Meals during working shifts in the hotel staff cafeteria
• Birthday off if it falls during the internship period
• Discounts at our outlets
• Opportunity to join a leading hotel in the luxury sector
• Hands‑on experience in a key department for hotel operations
• Learning alongside an experienced and professional team
• Development of administrative, technical, and organizational skills
• International, dynamic, and excellence‑driven environment
• Opportunity to understand the internal operations of a prestigious international hotel company

This Opportunity is for You If…

• You are looking for your first professional experience
• You are interested in Engineering, maintenance, or technical management
• You would like to work in a luxury hotel environment
• You are methodical, curious, and eager to contribute and learn
• You want to understand how a technical department operates within a 5‑star hotel
• You are interested in expanding your professional experience