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Summer Marketing Internship - Hilton Head Island

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Sales & Business Development
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Hilton Head Island
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should be a local, college student in Hospitality, Marketing, Sales, or Business, with prior experience preferred, and maintain a professional appearance per dress guidelines.
  • You will learn and perform marketing and sales duties, assist in department projects, and engage with company values while contributing to successful operations on site.

Requirements

  • Local resident with area knowledge preferred
  • Candidate should be pursuing a college degree have graduated within 1 year.
  • It is preferred that the candidate is actively pursuing a degree in Hospitality, Marketing, Sales or Business. Candidates who have an undecided major may also be considered.
  • Prior Hospitality or Sales experience preferred.
  • Past Interns who are interested in completing an additional internship will be considered first. Previous performance rating will be taken into consideration.
  • All interns must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance per Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation Policy Marketing and Sales Standards of Appearance.
  • All interns for whom a uniform has been provided must wear the appropriate uniform. Uniforms must be neat and clean at all times. Alterations to uniforms are allowed only if prior approval has been obtained from a supervisor/manager. Missing buttons should be replaced and tears or holes repaired before the uniform is worn.
  • Non-uniformed interns should dress with good business taste and in clothing appropriate to their jobs. Good business taste does not include blue jeans, shorts, spandex pants, tank tops, midriffs, halter tops, or other generally recognized casual sportswear. Dress or skirt length should be no shorter than four inches above the knee. All interns must wear proper undergarments. Corporate office interns must adhere to policy EMP-20 Corporate Office Business Dress Guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • Participants will be expected to learn and preform the job duties of the position(s) within their assigned department. For example, in a Marketing Internship the participant may be expected to learn and master the role of a non-commissioned marketing associate in addition to opportunities to learn aspects of the commission-based roles, sales department, and other areas. Interns may also be involved in department projects.
  • Participants will also learn components of what drives a successful Marketing and Sales operation on site and will have opportunities to contribute to these important matters. Interns will be introduced to and have the opportunity to demonstrate the company’s values and core beliefs.

FAQs

Is housing provided for the Summer Marketing Internship?

No, housing is not provided for this position.

What is the expected work schedule for interns?

The internship is a full-time position, requiring up to 40 hours a week, including weekends and holidays.

What is the hourly rate for the internship?

The hourly rate for the internship is $16.

Are candidates required to be local residents?

Yes, local residents with area knowledge are preferred.

Is this internship related to digital or social media marketing?

No, this internship is for the onsite direct marketing team and not for digital, branding, or social media marketing.

What type of degree should candidates be pursuing?

Candidates should be pursuing a college degree, preferably in Hospitality, Marketing, Sales, or Business. Candidates with an undecided major may also be considered.

Is prior experience in hospitality or sales required for this internship?

Prior hospitality or sales experience is preferred but not required.

What is the duration of the College Internship Program?

The program is designed to last 10-12 weeks depending upon the participant’s availability and property needs.

What is the dress code for interns?

Interns must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance and dress in good business taste; casual sportswear like jeans and tank tops is not allowed.

Will successful interns be considered for future job opportunities?

Yes, successful College Interns will be given a high level of consideration when applying for future career opportunities with Marriott Vacations Worldwide.

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Employees
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Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of nearly 8,300 properties under 30 leading brands spanning 138 countries and territories. Its heritage can be traced to a root beer stand opened in Washington, D.C., in 1927 by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws. Community Guidelines: We reserve the right to remove without any notice content that we determine in our sole discretion is offensive or illegal, contains personally identifiable information, trademarks or copyrights belonging to a third party, advertises a third party’s products or services, or is otherwise inappropriate. Application Tips: We encourage job seekers to protect themselves from email and recruiting scams. Please note: 1) We do not accept applications via email or fax; 2) We never ask for money as part of the application process; 3) We only contact job applicants from approved email domains.

Benefits

  • Travel Perks & Benefits

    We encourage you to explore the world around you, so we offer generous hotel and food discounts at thousands of our global properties. What a way to travel! We look after our associates, which is why we also have a comprehensive and competitive benefits program.

  • Recognition & Rewards

    Marriott recognizes success and commitment. We honor and encourage leadership and exceptional service. We also give bonuses for successful referrals and we reward long service. We believe hard work should be acknowledged.

  • Growth Opportunities

    Marriott believes in a career that flourishes with you. We also believe that wider experiences often provide a more enriching experience. We offer professional development, mentoring and training to help you get to where you want to go.