Summer 2027 - College Intern - Branson, MO (Front Office, Recreation & Activities)

Hyatt Vacation Ownership; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Special rates

Holiday pay

Priority consideration

Job summary

Hyatt Vacation Ownership offers an on-site internship program at one of our resort locations in Branson, MO, with 3- or 6-month durations. Interns will gain hands-on experience in Front Office and Recreation/Activities, guided by property leaders, and will participate in interactive online sessions and senior leader conversations.

Candidates must be actively pursuing a college degree, be available for varied shifts (including weekends/holidays), and may need a valid driver’s license depending on

Responsibilities

• Learn brand-standard welcoming techniques to deliver an exceptional guest experience
• Welcome and assist guests and owners during check-in/check-out
• Assist guests with requests and inquiries
• Support daily front desk tasks and problem solving
• Understand ownership vs nightly reservations
• Observe pre-arrival process for guests
• Familiarize with room locations and assignments
• Promote resort activities and facilities to guests
• Lead activities like trivia, pool games, and events
• Assist with setup and execution of special events
• Interact with guests to create fun, memorable experiences
• Plan and organize daily and special activities
• Observe health/fitness, childcare, and team leadership areas
• Perform physical activities and lift up to 25 pounds

Job description

Internship Program Overview

Hyatt Vacation Ownership offers a comprehensive internship program at one of our stunning resort locations, available in 3- or 6-month durations, and built around the following core pillars:

• Gain in-person, on-site work experience within a designated department at one of our premier resort locations.
• Receive personalized guidance and support from experienced property leaders to help shape your career path.
• Participate in exclusive sessions with senior company executives to gain strategic insights and leadership perspectives.
• Spend a day shadowing a different department to broaden your understanding of resort operations.
• Conduct two interviews with senior leaders to learn about their career journeys and leadership philosophies.
• Collaborate on a meaningful project that encourages creativity and contributes to business innovation.
• Join interactive online sessions designed to provide exposure to various areas of the HVO business.
• Connect with fellow interns and share your journey through our dedicated internship social media platform.

Internship Program Requirements

• Must be available to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• This is a fully on-site internship at one of the designated Hyatt Vacation Ownership resort locations.
• Candidates must be actively pursuing a college degree at any level.
• While students majoring inHospitalityorBusiness Managementare preferred, applicants from other academic disciplines are also encouraged to apply.
• A valid driver's license may be required, depending on scope of role.

Internship Timelines

• Summer: May – August
• Timelines may vary depending on the needs of company

Internship Location

• East Region
• Branson, MO
• Housing accommodations and relocation are the students’ responsibility.

Internship Resort Operations Position Descriptions

Front Office

• Learn and apply brand-standard welcoming techniques to deliver an exceptional guest experience
• Welcome and assist guests and owners during the check-in and check-out process
• Learn how to be a helpful resource to guests by taking care of requests and inquiries
• Learn to handle daily front desk tasks and participate in problem solving
• Learn the difference between ownership and nightly reservations
• Observe and learn the pre-arrival process for guests
• Get to know room locations and how they are assigned

Recreation/Activities:

• Promote fun resort activities and facilities to guests of all ages
• Lead and support activities like trivia, pool games, outdoor fun, and educational programs
• Help with setup and execution of special events such as food tastings and local storytelling
• Understand the importance of interacting directly with guests to create fun and memorable experiences
• Learn how to plan and organize daily and special activities
• Observe and support areas like health and fitness, childcare, and team leadership

Interns must be able to reach overhead and below knee level, and perform physical activities such as bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Interns must also be capable of standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods. The abilityto lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 25 poundswithout assistance isrequired.

Internship Perks

• Enjoy special rates and perks at Hyatt Vacation Ownershipproperties—for associates, family, and friends.
• Receiveholiday paywhen scheduled to work on company-recognized holidays.
• Interns who successfully complete the program will receivepriority considerationfor future career opportunities within Hyatt Vacation Ownership.

About Our Company

Find your place — and have fun along the way.

As you prepare to set out in your professional life, connect with a growing company that puts people first and knows how to have fun. And fun just happens to be our business at Hyatt Vacation Ownership.

Our Culture

• We are devoted to the personal development of our 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 for environmental sustainability and community involvement.
• Dedication to Inclusion and Diversity. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives have always made us better together.

No deadline to submit an application due to ongoing application acceptance.

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Hyatt Vacation Ownership is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.