Operations Management Intern – Oct/Nov 2026

Park Plaza; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 7,100 - 9,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Hotel discounts

F&B discount

Staff parties

Learning & development

Employee benefits platform

Job summary

Park Plaza Eindhoven invites an Operations Management Intern to join a fast-paced hotel environment, working closely with the General Manager and department heads to gain hands-on experience in leadership and hotel operations.

You will support multiple departments and contribute to commercial initiatives, learning decision-making and coordination in a dynamic hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Registered with a recognised educational institution for a leadership, hospitality, or management internship.
• Strong interest in leadership and hospitality management, with willingness to support multiple hotel departments.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in daily operations and leadership tasks.
• Work with all hotel departments to ensure smooth operations and consistent guest experience.
• Provide operational support to Front Office, F&B, Meetings & Events, and Housekeeping as needed.
• Assist department heads with administration, planning, scheduling, and quality checks.
• Contribute to improving commercial and operational performance by supporting sales initiatives and events.
• Participate in meetings, projects, and leadership activities during the internship program.

Skills

Leadership interest

Hotel operations

Hospitality management

English communication

Education

Hospitality/Management internship

Job description

At Park Plaza Eindhoven, the hotel is more than a place to stay; it is a dynamic environment where hospitality, leadership, and commercial thinking come together. Located in the heart of the city, our hotel operates at a fast pace, welcoming international guests while continuously striving to improve performance, quality, and guest experience.

As an Operations Management Intern, you will be positioned at the heart of the hotel operation. Working closely with the General Manager, department heads, and operational teams, this internship offers real exposure to leadership, decision-making, and coordination within a professional hotel environment. You will gain hands-on experience in hotel operations, leadership activities, and commercial initiatives while supporting the day-to-day operation across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in daily operations and leadership tasks, gaining insight into hotel-wide decision-making.
• Work closely with all hotel departments to ensure smooth operations and a consistent guest experience.
• Provide operational support to departments such as Front Office, Food & Beverage, Meetings & Events, and Housekeeping, depending on business needs.
• Assist department heads with management activities such as administration, planning, scheduling, quality checks, and operational follow-up.
• Contribute to improving commercial and operational performance by supporting sales initiatives, events, promotions, and new ideas.
• Actively participate in meetings, projects, and leadership activities as part of your internship programme.

Essential Requirements

• Registered with a recognised educational institution for a leadership, hospitality, or management internship.
• Currently in the 3rd or 4th year of a Bachelor's programme, or enrolled in a Master's programme, preferably in Hospitality, Hotel Management, or a related field.
• Available for an internship duration of at least 5 months.
• Strong interest in leadership, hotel operations, and hospitality management.
• Willingness to support both management projects and operational activities across the hotel.
• Excellent communication skills in English and a professional, proactive attitude.

Preferred Requirements

• Previous internship or work experience in hospitality or a service-driven environment.
• Interest in commercial performance, leadership development, and process improvement.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with multiple departments.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic operational environment and adapting to changing priorities.

What we offer?

• Direct exposure to senior hotel leadership and operational decision-making
• Tasty and healthy meals during your shift
• Discounted hotel rates (including Radisson Hotel Group worldwide for you, family & friends)
• 50% Food & Beverage discount in our restaurants and bars (for your whole party)
• Annual staff parties and team outings
• Access to exclusive benefits via the employee benefits platform
• Excellent Learning & Development opportunities within PPHE Hotel Group

We provide a monthly allowance of €750, exceeding Horeca CAO (BOL) guidelines, with full coverage of job-related expenses.

Park Plaza Eindhoven. Be part of it.