Front Office Internship - Hotel (J1 VISA)

The Sea Pines Resort; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Transportation available (extra fee)

Wellness events access

Cultural exchange activities

Job summary

The Sea Pines Resort in Hilton Head Island, USA offers a J-1 Visa Internship Program for international hospitality students and recent graduates. The program lasts 12 months with flexible start dates and includes four three-month rotations across front- and heart-of-house operations.

Participants gain hands-on experience in a Forbes Four-Star, AAA Four Diamond luxury setting, backed by mentorship, cultural immersion, and post-rotation evaluations.

Qualifications

• Strong English communication skills required.
• Eligibility to participate in the U.S. Department of State J-1 Intern Program.
• Hospitality experience is a plus (not required).

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 12-month, four-phase rotational internship across departments.
• Receive mentorship and professional evaluations after each rotation.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Hospitality student or recent graduate

Job description

J-1 VISA Internship Program

Duration: 12 Months | Start Dates: Flexible

Location: The Sea Pines Resort - Hilton Head Island, USA

About The Sea Pines Resort

Nestled on the southern tip of Hilton Head Island, The Sea Pines Resort has been a premier destination for more than 60 years, offering timeless luxury, legendary golf, and genuine Southern hospitality. We take pride in developing the next generation of hospitality professionals through hands-on learning, mentorship, and cultural immersion.

About The Experience

The Sea Pines Resort, a Forbes Four-Star and AAA Four Diamond destination, invites international hospitality students and recent graduates to join our immersive J-1 Internship Program. This year-long, four-phase rotational internship offers the opportunity to experience multiple departments across our world-class resort while developing the professional, cultural, and leadership skills that define luxury hospitality.

Program Overview

Throughout this comprehensive training experience, participants will complete different phases, each lasting approximately three months, thoughtfully structured to provide hands-on exposure to both front- and heart-of-house operations.

What You'll Gain

• Practical experience within a Forbes Four-Star luxury environment
• Personalized mentorship from departmental leaders
• Exposure to cross-cultural teamwork and leadership development
• Professional evaluations and feedback after each rotation
• Opportunities to participate in resort-wide engagement and recognition programs

Candidate Requirements

• Current hospitality, tourism, or recent graduate within 12 months of completion
• Strong English communication skills
• Positive attitude, cultural curiosity, and a genuine passion for service
• Eligibility to participate in the U.S. Department of State J-1 Intern Program
• Experience in hospitality is a plus

Program Highlights

• Paid, full-time training schedule (32-40 hours per week)
• On-site housing and transportation available (for an additional fee)
• Complimentary access to employee wellness events and resort amenities
• Cultural exchange activities throughout Hilton Head Island