Front Office Intern

Standard Hotels; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 6,700 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

The Standard, Lisbon is seeking a Front Office Intern to join during our pre-opening phase. You will support front desk operations, learn our systems, and help create memorable first impressions for guests.

You'll gain hands-on experience in hospitality, guest relations, and opening-day procedures while working with a dynamic team in a iconic Lisbon setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Hospitality Management, Tourism or related discipline.
• Passion for hospitality and guest experience.
• Willingness to learn hotel systems and standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pre-opening activities and Front Office preparation.
• Support check-in/check-out and guest enquiries during opening.
• Learn hotel systems and service standards for smooth operations.
• Collaborate with Front Office and Guest Experience teams to deliver exceptional guest first impressions.

Skills

Hospitality

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Hospitality Management / Tourism or related discipline

Tools

Opera Cloud

Job description

Opening in 2027, The Standard, Lisbon marks our long-anticipated arrival in one of Europe’s most charismatic capitals. Set within the historic Palácio Santa Clara, overlooking Alfama and the Tagus River, the hotel brings The Standard’s signature blend of bold design, culture and unconventional hospitality to the heart of Lisbon. Reimagined by architect Samuel Torres de Carvalho, with playful and distinctive interiors by Jaime Hayon, the property combines centuries of history with a fresh, contemporary spirit. Featuring 170 guestrooms, 24 long‑stay apartments, vibrant dining and bar experiences, a pool, spa and rooftop terrace, The Standard, Lisbon is set to become one of the city's most exciting new destinations.

Ever wondered what it takes to bring a brand-new hotel to life? Here's your chance to find out. As we gear up for our highly anticipated launch, we're looking for a Front Office Intern who's ready to bring fresh energy, get involved and help us create something extraordinary. From the buzz of pre‑opening preparations to welcoming our very first guests, this is your opportunity to be part of something special from day one.

Your role

As our Front Office Intern, you'll be joining us at one of the most exciting moments in a hotel's journey: the countdown to opening. Working alongside our Front Office and Guest Experience teams, you'll gain first‑hand experience of what goes into launching a lifestyle hotel, from preparing for opening day to creating those all‑important first impressions.

You’ll get involved in pre‑opening activities, support the preparation of Front Office operations, learn our systems and service standards, and help ensure everything is ready for our first arrivals.

Once our doors open, you’ll be right at the heart of the action, welcoming guests, supporting check‑in and check‑out, responding to enquiries and helping visitors discover the very best of Lisbon. You’ll also gain exposure to guest relations, VIP arrivals, special requests and the behind‑the‑scenes coordination that makes great hospitality feel effortless.

This isn't your typical internship. You’ll experience the buzz, challenges and unforgettable moments of launching a new hotel, learn from experienced hospitality professionals and have the chance to make your mark from the very beginning. We're looking for personality, curiosity and enthusiasm. Someone who isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves, ask questions, share ideas and embrace the unexpected. After all, we're anything but standard.

Do you StandOut and have what it takes to be our Front Office Intern at The Standard, Lisbon?

Previous hotel experience isn't essential. We're looking for someone with a genuine passion for hospitality, a positive attitude and an appetite to learn.

In addition, the ideal candidate will be anything but standard…

• Be studying Hospitality Management, Tourism or a related discipline, ideally seeking an internship as part of their academic programme
• Have a genuine interest in Front Office operations, guest relations and lifestyle hospitality
• Be naturally warm, confident and comfortable connecting with people from all walks of life
• Bring energy, creativity, curiosity and a proactive, hands‑on approach
• Be organised, attentive to detail and comfortable in a fast‑paced environment
• Be a team player who's eager to learn, contribute ideas and embrace new challenges
• Have an interest in Lisbon's culture, food, music, art and nightlife
• Be comfortable with technology and keen to learn hotel systems such as Opera Cloud
• Have a good working knowledge of Portuguese and English; additional languages are a plus
• Be flexible with working hours, including weekends, in line with the agreed internship programme

Ready to be part of Lisbon most exciting opening?

Not everyone gets to say they helped launch a hotel. This is your chance to be there before the first guest checks in, experience the excitement of opening day and help create the very first chapter of The Standard, Lisbon.

If you've got the personality, passion and curiosity to be anything but standard, we'd love to hear from you or pop along and speak with us on the Hyatt stand on 24 October.

All applicants must be eligible to undertake an internship in Portugal. Appropriate documentation confirming eligibility will be required before the internship commences.