Hospitality & Catering Intern, Eurest / Chicago, IL

Compass Group USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

Eurest / Chicago, IL is offering a paid Hospitality & Catering Internship for Summer 2027. This immersive program targets students pursuing careers in hospitality, event management, food service, and business operations.

Interns gain hands-on experience in a corporate hospitality culture at one of the nation’s leading foodservice organizations. The 10-week internship combines hands-on rotations (70%), mentorship (20%), and cohort learning (10%), with opportunities to work on events, client

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a college/university pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality or Event Management.

Responsibilities

• Participate in department rotations and event support.
• Work with mentors to support guest experiences and events.
• Engage in leadership, client service, and operational tasks.

Education

Enrollment in a college/university pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality or Event Management

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Hospitality & Catering Intern, Eurest / Chicago, IL

We are hiring for a Hospitality & Catering Intern!

• Timing: SUMMER 2027 -May 2027 - August 2027
• Location: 227 W. Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60606
• Schedule: Full-time / to be discussed further upon interview.
• Requirement: Must be currently enrolled in a college/university pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality or Event Management.
• Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour.

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Diversityof thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset, Eurest leverages global resources, promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve. The Eurest Promise, “connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our promise,” is exemplified throughout our organization. Eurest is proud to serve the world’s most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500.

Eurest Hospitality & Catering Internship:

OVERVIEW:

The Eurest Hospitality Internship Program is a paid, immersive learning experience designed for students pursuing careers in hospitality, event management, food service, and business operations. Interns have the opportunity to work within a dynamic and inspirational hospitality culture while gaining firsthand experience at one of the nation's leading foodservice and hospitality organizations. For more than 50 years, Eurest has partnered with more than 58% of the Fortune 100 companies across a wide range of industries, delivering restaurant-quality dining and hospitality experiences in corporate and office environments.

Working alongside experienced hospitality leaders and mentors, interns gain an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes to create exceptional guest experiences, execute successful events, and operate high-performing hospitality programs. Throughout the summer, participants are treated as an extension of the management team, receiving meaningful exposure to leadership, operations, client service, and event execution.

This 10-week internship is intentionally structured to provide:

• 70% Hands-On Experience: Learning by doing through department rotations, event support, operational projects, and real business challenges.
• 20% Mentorship & Career Development: Personalized coaching, leadership shadowing, and guidance from experienced hospitality professionals.
• 10% Cohort Learning & Networking: Weekly professional development sessions led by company leaders and industry experts.

INTERSHIP JOURNEY:

• Complete orientation, facility tours, and department introductions
• Learn company standards, service excellence practices, and operational procedures
• Build relationships with leaders and team members across the business
• Gain an understanding of how hospitality, events, and client services work together to create