Spring 2027 Management Development Program - Palm Desert, CA

MVW Services Corporation; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts and perks at Marriott brands

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation assistance

Competitive salary and sign-on bonus

Ongoing application acceptance

Job summary

Marriott Vacations Worldwide in Palm Desert, CA offers a 12-month Management Development Program designed to build leadership and hospitality skills across multiple departments. The program is non-exempt, with hourly pay and overtime in accordance with law.

A bachelor’s degree must be earned by start, with hospitality/business majors preferred. Recent graduates or those within two years of graduation are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Candidates will need to earn a bachelor’s degree by the time they begin the program.
• Preferred degree in Hospitality or Hotel/Restaurant Management. Business and Hospitality minor will also be considered.
• Candidates should be recent graduates within the current semester or up to two years post-graduation.
• Prior hospitality or resort operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• 12-month program rotating through multiple departments to ensure a comprehensive understanding of resort operations.
• Departments may include – Front Office, Housekeeping, Recreation, Safety & Security, Food & Beverage and Facilities.
• Curriculum contains department focused checklists with weekly focus areas.
• Opportunity to interact with owners, guests and associates while building operational expertise.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Salary $54,500 annually ($26.20 hourly) + $2,000 sign on bonus

Resort Operations: Management Development Program

Our Company Marriott Vacations Worldwide offers flexible vacation programs, giving customers the ability to choose the style of vacationing that suits their needs, year after year. Each vacation ownership product provides access to a variety of usage options — from an internal collection and an external exchange network of resorts; to hotels around the world; cruises, adventure travel, guided tours and more.

Our Culture

We are devoted to the personal development of associates. Our business is built on establishing long-lasting relationships with our customers. We hold ourselves to the highest moral and ethical standards. We champion innovation. “We” always supersedes “me.” A strong focus on our responsibility of environmental sustainability and community involvement.

Job Description Summary

Offered at U.S. based resorts, the Management Development Program (MDP) is an intensive immersion program offering participants work experience throughout a resort. Working in a resort and with site leadership, participants will have the opportunity to develop and demonstrate their leadership, management and hospitality skills. This position is a Non-Exempt Management position and will be paid an hourly rate with overtime paid in accordance with state and federal law. A valid driver's license may be required with at least one year of clean driving history based on location. Hourly range is from $25.00/hour to $27.41/hour based on location.

Program Overview

The Management Development Program offers a combination of learning activities, task-based assignments, practical work experience, and the ability to practice and develop leadership skills. Participants will also be partnered with a dedicated mentor/sponsor who will assist them with navigating the program.

12-month program rotating through multiple departments to ensure a comprehensive understanding of resort operations. Departments may include – Front Office, Housekeeping, Recreation, Safety & Security, Food & Beverage and Facilities. Curriculum contains department focused checklists with weekly focus areas. Opportunity to interact with owners, guests and associates while building operational expertise.

Program Requirements

Candidates will need to earn a bachelor’s degree by the time they begin the program.

Preferred degree in Hospitality or Hotel/Restaurant Management. Business and Hospitality minor will also be considered. Candidates should be recent graduates within the current semester or up to two years post-graduation. Prior hospitality or resort operations experience preferred.

Program Locations

Palm Desert, CA

Perks and Benefits

• Discounts and perks at Marriott International and Marriott Vacations Worldwide brands for associates, friends, and family.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
• Relocation assistance where applicable
• Competitive Salary and Sign on Bonus (vary by location)
• No deadline to submit an application due to ongoing application acceptance.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

Marriott Vacations Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.

Where meaningful moments are made together.

Our associates want more than fulfilling work. Like our Owners, Members and guests around the world, they want fulfilling lives. Vacations expand our world to new places, new possibilities, new connections. Along the way, they help us discover our best selves. Great vacations are the embodiment of a life, fulfilled.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide (NYSE: VAC) is a leading global vacation company. While our numbers tell some of the story, the heart of our success comes from the quality – and exceptional longevity – of our relationships with our associates and customers. Join us on our journey. FOR A LIFE FULFILLED. Creating vacations that move you.

Company Highlights

• 20,000+ Associates worldwide
• Vacation Ownership 7 Iconic Brands
• Approximately 120 Vacation Ownership Resorts
• 700,000+ Owner families
• 90%+ Guest satisfaction score
• Exchange & Third-Party Management
• More than 3,200 affiliated resorts in over 90 countries and territories
• Approximately 1.6 million exchange network members