Meetings & Events Internship - September 2026

StudentJob; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 8,900 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount for IHG hotels worldwide

Friends & family rates

Discounts in hotel bars and restaurants

International career opportunities

Homemade meals during shifts

Personal development opportunities

Discounts on theater and cinema

Fitness and wellness discounts

Access to hotel gym facilities

In-house hotel experience

Regular staff events and outings

Job summary

A modern business hotel in Amsterdam is seeking an intern to assist in planning and executing various meetings and events. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills in English, a positive attitude, and be currently enrolled in a relevant study program. This role offers hands-on experience in the hospitality industry, along with employee discounts and opportunities for personal development. Join a fun, international team that values growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be enrolled in a study program relevant to the internship.
• Fluent in English; additional languages, especially Dutch, are a plus.
• Professional appearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing meetings and events.
• Maintain relationships with clients and follow up on business.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions for event ideas.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure successful event execution.
• Assist with invoicing and post-event evaluations to ensure client satisfaction.
• Prepare meeting agendas and take minutes, documenting action items.
• Stay updated on industry trends and brainstorm ideas for events and promotions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills in English

Positive can-do attitude

Good organizational skills

Experience with Microsoft Office

Experience with Opera

Opera

Professional appearance

Education

Currently enrolled in a relevant study program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Opera

Job description

Please note: this vacancy is only open to candidates who have the legal right to work in the Netherlands and are currently enrolled in a study program relevant to the role.

About us:

Welcome to Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - South, a modern business hotel in the lively Zuidas district.
With 207 rooms, 7 meeting venues, and buzzing spots like De Japanner Zuid and the Manhattan Lounge-Bar, we offer guests and team members a place to connect, grow, and belong - as part of the global IHG Hotels & Resorts family.

Your day to day:

• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing various meetings and events.

• Help maintain relationships with clients and following up in current business.

• Attend regular team meetings to discuss ongoing and upcoming events, providing updates on current business and any challenges encountered.

• Contribute suggestions based on your observations and interactions with clients to enhance event planning processes.

• Assist with invoicing and post-event evaluations to ensure client satisfaction.

• Collaborate with various departments, including banqueting and front desk to guarantee successful event execution.

• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in event management.

• Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop innovative ideas for events and promotions.

• Collaborate with team members to analyze event feedback, helping to identify areas for improvement in service delivery.

• Assist in the preparation of meeting agendas and take detailed minutes, ensuring all action items are documented and followed up on in a timely manner.

Ready to land this internship?

• The internship is part of your school program

• Excellent communication skills in English and preferably also in Dutch. Another language is always a plus.

• You have a positive, can-do attitude and enjoy working with people

• Good communication and organizational skills

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Opera is a plus

• A well-groomed and professional appearance that represents our brand with confidence

At Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - South, we make sure you feel right at home with:

• Employee discount for all 6000+ IHG hotels worldwide

• Friends & family rates to share with your loved ones

• Up to 50% discount in participating hotel bars and restaurants

• International career opportunities after graduation

• Homemade lunch or dinner during your working hours

• Opportunities for personal development, training, and coaching

• A CultuurWerkt! account for discounts on theatre, cinema, and more

• A ClassPass discount for fitness, wellness, or healthy meals

• Discount at Doctor Feelgood, our local massage partner

• Access to the hotel's gym facilities (when not in guest use)

• An In-House Experience to see the hotel from a guest's perspective

• A fun, international team that values teamwork, laughter, and growth

• Regular staff events, parties, and departmental outings

• At IHG, we believe in giving you the Room to Belong, Grow, and Make a Difference. Through our myWellbeing program, we support your health, lifestyle, and career development - because we know that when you feel your best, you perform your best.

Salarisomschrijving

In overeenstemming

Dienstverband

Vaardigheden

• Je beheerst Engels

Opleiding

Middelbare school