Groups, Meeting & Events Internship

Job description

Groups, Meetings & Events Trainee

Please note that this position is only for current students pursuing a hospitality related degree.

With its many museums, peaceful canals and 17th-century architecture, Amsterdam charms every visitor. In the midst of this splendid city, you'll find us: the Amsterdam Marriott Hotel. 

Our luxury hotel, located across from Leidseplein's fine dining, shopping and entertainment, is a 5-minute walk to many attractions including the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. In the morning visit the Vondelpark for a relaxing walk or run or go to our on-site 24-hour health club for a great workout. 

Our 396 spacious guest rooms have everything you need for business or leisure travel and upscale and casual dining awaits you in our two restaurants where you can grab a burger and beer or Amsterdam's finest steak in town. Our 12 banqueting rooms are equipped with the newest technology; we welcome you to our 'Meetings Imagined'.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Events Planning Trainee for our GME department! As an GME Trainee you have strong organizing skills and are able to multitask and set priorities. You are a hard worker, eager to learn and curious about all aspects of the department and not afraid to roll up your sleeves.

 

What are your responsibilities? 

·  Performing overall administrative and supportive tasks within the department of Events Planning;
·  Cooperating with successfully carrying out events;
·  Assisting with site inspections for the Event Management;
·  Continuously communicating with the whole team regarding incoming questions and information;
·  Being the first point of contact regarding internal meetings, and coordinating requests for internal meetings;
·  Processing of last-minute requests for meeting spaces and rooms;
·  Preparing signage, welcome packages and menus; 
·  Coordinating the accounts information regarding the weekly Event Satisfaction Survey;
·  Taking care of daily and weekly reports of the Event Management;
·  Managing VIP requests of the departments;
·  Supporting the Group Coordinator with (among other things): creating the so-called mini-hotel into the reservation system, implementing room lists and setting up method of payments in the management system Opera, controlling no-shows and keeping track of the balance between Marsha and our Property Management System Opera. 

 

Who are you?

·  A student of the hotel school or other relevant education;
·  Looking for an internship for a minimum of 5/6 months; 
·  Flexible, organized and enthusiastic;
·  You have great communication skills and know how to prioritize your daily tasks;
·  You are responsible and can work independently; 
·  Good knowledge of the English language, spoken and written.

 

What do we have to offer you?

·  A monthly trainee allowance of €750;
·  A professional environment to work in and the opportunity to learn from others in the highest segment of the hospitality industry;
·  Being part of the biggest hotel company in the world and career possibilities within Marriott International;
·  Personal coaching and training to support your internship;
·  Special discounted rates for 8500+ Marriott hotels worldwide for you, your family and friends;
·  Discount on Food & Beverage up to 50% in Marriott Hotels worldwide; 
·  You will receive a trainee allowance on a monthly base; 
·  Free meals in our Staff Cafeteria;
·  Participation in several training session provided by our on property Learning Manager; 
·  Free use of our Health Club; 
·  A Take Care program; we focus on your wellbeing in general and organize several healthy and fun activities throughout the year;
·  We organize many social activities, such as our Associate Appreciation Week, an annual Staff Party and Team outings;
·  The possibility to participate in our Trainee Meetings to share your experience and learn about the possibilities within Marriott.

 

Interested?

Are you the perfect fit for the internship position? Please let us know why you want to be part of our team! For more information, take a look out our website:  www.marriott.com/careers . 

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin  your purpose,  belong  to an amazing global​ team, and  become  the best version of you.