Student Success Intern (Co-Op), Chartwells Higher Ed / University of Texas - Arlington

Compass Group USA; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay

Competitive wages

Learning & growth opportunities

Job summary

Compass Group USA, through Chartwells Higher Ed at the University of Texas - Arlington, offers a paid Student Success Intern (Co-Op). Location is Arlington, TX with schedule aligned to class needs and business demand.

Majoring in Business or related field is preferred; $14.00 per hour with opportunities to learn across hospitality and business operations. Program provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to safety, catering, HR, marketing, and finance activities..term-based rotation

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Hospitality, Business, Culinary, Marketing, or related program.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills.
• Eager to learn and rotate across departments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; hospitality/POS systems a plus.
• Flexible schedule; some evening/weekend availability may be required.

Responsibilities

• Hospitality Operations – Learn safety and food safety protocols, train across multiple stations, assist in menu planning and cost control.
• Catering & Events – Support setup, menu planning, ordering, and client interactions; learn CaterTrax.
• Human Resources – Assist in recruitment, onboarding, training, and associate engagement programs.
• Operations Management – Shadow FOH and BOH managers, lead pre-service meetings, assist scheduling and labor reporting.
• Marketing & Promotions – Conduct marketing audits, plan events, manage social media content.
• Finance – Complete MyFinance and COGA training, review KPIs, and propose improvements.

Skills

Leadership & teamwork

Marketing & social media management

Financial analysis & reporting

HR & operations system proficiency

Education

Enrolled in Hospitality, Business, Culinary, Marketing, or related program

Tools

CaterTrax

MyFinance

Job description

Student Success Intern (Co-Op), Chartwells Higher Ed / University of Texas - Arlington

Location:

• Student Success Intern (Co-Op) position.
• Address: 300 W Mitchell St Arlington, TX Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: To be determined based on class schedule and business needs.
• Requirement: Majoring in Business or a related field.
• Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour.

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

Join our campus team where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. Enjoy competitive wages, benefits, and perks like Instapay through the One @Work app. Our careers are filled with purpose and encourage learning, growth, and meaningful impact.

About the Program

Join our rotational co-op program designed to provide hands‑on experience in both hospitalityand business operations.Over the course of the term, you’ll work alongside experienced mentors in safety, culinary services, catering, sustainability, human resources, marketing, finance, and operations—building the skills to launch your career in hospitality or business management.

Key Responsibilities

• Hospitality Operations– Learn safety and food safety protocols, train across multiple food service stations, assist in menu planning, cost control, and sustainability initiatives.
• Catering & Events– Support setup, menu planning, ordering, and client interaction; participate in Banquet Event Order (BEO) meetings; learn CaterTrax software.
• Human Resources– Assist in recruitment, onboarding, training, and associate engagement programs; participate in job fairs and orientation sessions.
• Operations Management– Shadow FOH and BOH managers, lead pre-service meetings, review operational standards, assist with scheduling and labor reporting.
• Marketing & Promotions– Conduct marketing audits, plan and promote events, manage social media content, support meal plan marketing.
• Finance– Complete MyFinance and COGA training, review P&L statements, track KPIs, and present improvement proposals.

Skills You’ll Gain

• Leadership & teamwork
• Marketing & social media management
• Financial analysis & reporting
• HR & operations system proficiency

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Hospitality, Business, Culinary, Marketing, or related program
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Eager to learn and rotate across departments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; hospitality/POS systems a plus
• Flexible schedule; some evening/weekend availability may be required

This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.