Hospitality Marketing and Events Intern-DoubleTree Cedar Rapids

Hilton; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Hilton is offering an Intern position in the Hotels team. You will support daily hotel operations, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to memorable guest experiences. You’ll create content for social platforms and assist with Canva promotions while working with Sales, Catering, F&B, and leadership on special projects.

The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to work both independently and with colleagues in a dynamic hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for spreading hospitality and warmth.
• Integrity and doing the right thing.
• Leadership mindset with teamwork.
• Ownership and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations: Perform assigned tasks under the guidance of department leaders while actively learning from team members and gaining hands‑on experience.
• Gain cross‑functional experience: Support other department leaders as needed to build broader knowledge of hotel operations.
• Support team collaboration: Assist colleagues and contribute to a positive and productive work environment.
• Create content for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other digital platforms.
• Assist with the creation of promotional pieces of Canva.
• Help maintain a social media and promotional calendar.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
• Support the hotel's restaurant and bar, special events, seasonal promotions, meetings, weddings, and group business.
• Collaborate with Sales, Catering, Food & Beverage, and hotel leadership on special projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Social media content creation

Tools

Canva

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an Intern, you’re not just supporting daily hotel operations while gaining hands‑on experience – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations: Perform assigned tasks under the guidance of department leaders while actively learning from team members and gaining hands‑on experience


• Gain cross‑functional experience: Support other department leaders as needed to build broader knowledge of hotel operations


• Support team collaboration: Assist colleagues and contribute to a positive and productive work environment


• Create content for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other digital platforms


• Assist with the creation of promotional pieces of Canva


• Help maintain a social media and promotional calendar


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively


• Support the hotel's restaurant and bar, special events, seasonal promotions, meetings, weddings, and group business


• Collaborate with Sales, Catering, Food & Beverage, and hotel leadership on special projects


• The wage is $15/Hour

Qualifications

At Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About Us

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world‑class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.

Benefits

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world‑class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program


• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future


• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents


• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones


• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care


• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best‑in‑class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most


• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered


• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next


• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.