Paid Hospitality & Catering Internship - Summer 2027

Compass Group USA; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group USA's Eurest Hospitality Internship in Omaha, NE offers a paid, immersive experience for students pursuing culinary arts, hospitality or event management. The 10-week program combines hands-on rotations, mentorship and project work to build real industry skills.

Interns gain exposure to leadership, events, client services and operations while working 20-40 hours per week this summer. Applicants must be enrolled in college and able to participate May–August 2027.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Weeks 3-8: Management Team Rotations – Interns become an extension of the management team and rotate through key areas of the business, gaining exposure to the day-to-day responsibilities of hospitality professionals.
• Weeks 8-10: Capstone Project – Interns lead a project in an area of the business that aligns with their interests and goals.

Education

Culinary Arts / Hospitality / Event Management degree

Job description

Compass Group USA's Eurest Hospitality Internship in Omaha, NE offers a paid, immersive experience for students pursuing culinary arts, hospitality or event management. The 10-week program combines hands-on rotations, mentorship and project work to build real industry skills.

Interns gain exposure to leadership, events, client services and operations while working 20-40 hours per week this summer. Applicants must be enrolled in college and able to participate May–August 2027.