Front Desk Associate Intern - Seasonal 4th Quarter 2026

Stonebridge Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k) matching

Wellness support

Life and disability coverage

Savings accounts

Tuition aid

Travel and lodging perks

Job summary

Stonebridge Companies in Long Island City, NY, seek a Front Desk Intern for Hilton Garden Inn. Seasonal role ending 12/31/26 with hourly pay of $22.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, registering arrivals, handling payments, updating records, and coordinating with housekeeping to maintain smooth front desk operations. The position requires reliable guest service, basic PMS and office software skills, and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous guest service experience preferred.
• Proficiency with property management systems and basic office software.
• Ability to handle cash transactions and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Greet, register, and assign rooms to guests upon arrival.
• Verify guest credit and establish payment methods for accommodation.
• Keep accurate guest records using property management systems.
• Compute bills, collect payments, and provide change.
• Balance cash accounts and perform basic bookkeeping tasks.
• Issue room keys and relay instructions to bell staff.
• Review accounts and charges with guests during checkout.
• Post charges for rooms and services to ledgers.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Independent work

Tools

Property management system (PMS)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

City, State: Long Island City, New York Title: Front Desk Intern Location: Hilton Garden Inn: Long Island City, NY FLSA: Non-Exempt Status: seasonal ending 12/31/26 Reports to: Front Office Manager Pay Range: $22.00/Hr

Job Summary:

The Front Desk Intern is responsible for ensuring smooth check-in and check-out procedures, maintaining accurate guest records, and providing outstanding guest services. This role supports the hotel’s front office operations and handles various guest inquiries, payments, and reservations to ensure a high level of guest satisfaction.

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Greet, register, and assign rooms to guests upon their arrival.
• Verify guest credit and establish payment methods for accommodation.
• Keep accurate records of room availability and guest accounts using property management systems.
• Compute bills, collect payments, and make change for guests.
• Perform basic bookkeeping tasks, such as balancing cash accounts.
• Issue room keys and provide necessary instructions to bell attendants.
• Review accounts and charges with guests during the check-out process.
• Post charges for rooms, food, beverages, and services to ledgers manually or via computer systems.
• Transmit and receive guest messages using telephones or switchboards.
• Coordinate with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address guest-reported issues.
• Make and confirm reservations for guests.
• Answer inquiries about hotel services, nearby dining, shopping, and entertainment options.

Required Experience, Education, and Skills:

• Previous experience in a guest service role preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills to interact effectively with guests and staff.
• Proficiency in using property management systems and basic office software (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to handle cash transactions and perform basic bookkeeping tasks.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities to resolve guest issues efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in managing guest reservations and records.
• Ability to work independently and follow established hotel policies and procedures.

Work Environment:

Primarily indoor work within the hotel’s front desk and lobby areas. Requires standing and walking for long periods throughout the shift. Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs. occasionally (e.g., ledgers, small office supplies). Flexible schedule required, including availability for evening, weekend, and holiday shifts. Frequent use of a computer and telephone, interacting with guests and team members.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or medical condition. All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination, will be conducted without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members. Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated based on qualifications and the ability to meet the position's requirements. All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date. This position will no longer be available 30 days from: 2026-08-26

Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits:

• Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.

Additional Statements:

• It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Company Culture:

We are visionaries in the hospitality industry, fueled by innovation and precision, and guided by our core values, which are Courage, Vigilance, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity, and Empowerment. As a privately owned hotel management company, we are committed to providing experiences and opportunities for our guests to create lifelong memories through travel. Managing a portfolio of over 160 hotels across the United States, we offer extensive growth opportunities for our partners and investors, and exceptional hospitality career opportunities for our team members. All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date. Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.