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Hospitality & Event Planning Intern /… at Compass Group · New York
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Job Description
We are hiring for a Hospitality & Event Planning Intern!
- Timing: SUMMER 2027 - May 2027 - August 2027
- Location: 200 West Street, New York, NY 10282
- Schedule: Full-time / to be discussed further upon interview.
- Requirement: Must be currently enrolled in a college/university and pursuing a Hospitality Management and/or Event Management degree.
- Pay Rate: $27.00 per hour.
Rapport is a specialized division of FLIK Hospitality Group focused on all aspects of guest and employee services, meeting and event planning and conference center management. Distinct from recruitment agencies, we do not engage in temporary contracts. Our commitment is to foster long-term career development, allowing ambassadors to enjoy the comprehensive benefits of working directly with us.
Rapport invests in all of its ambassadors, allowing them to attain their career aspirations. It starts with a warm welcome to our business, followed by an individual training and development program. You’ll be encouraged to become the very best you can be throughout your career here, and will be provided with the skills to step into your next big role.
Becoming a Rapport ambassador means becoming part of a global community, collaborating with diverse talents, sharing ideas, and experiencing a workplace culture that extends beyond local boundaries. Your journey with us is more than just a job: it’s a meaningful career.
FLIK Hospitality & Events Internship:
OVERVIEW: The FLIK Hospitality & Events Internship Program is a paid program that gives hospitality students the opportunity to work in a dynamic and inspirational hospitality culture. Working closely with hospitality mentors, FLIK interns have an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes at a leading food service & hospitality organization. Fifty years ago, FLIK was launched by Chef Rudi Flik and Julie Flik. Their values of authenticity, people first, sustainability, wellness, and leadership still guide us. The FLIK service culture has our team members at its heart; we are in the business of creating emotion for our teams and guests alike.
The Summer Intern is responsible for supporting the conference and reception services team with all meetings and events taking place in the centers and lobbies. This person will partake in establishing a warm, welcoming, and professional atmosphere for all clients, executives, and staff members at all times. The Intern will assist with ad-hoc projects between Conference Services and Reception Services.
Hospitality Internship candidates must meet the criteria below to be eligible for the FLIK Hospitality Internship Experience Program:
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or professional hospitality program and/or have 1 year of industry experience
- Meet university’s GPA requirement for Internship
- Successful completion of relevant Intro to Hospitality coursework
- Must be available to work 20 - 40 hours a week based on business needs & internship requirements
- College credit is not required, but we will provide appropriate documentation if necessary.
HOSPITALITY INTERNSHIP PROGRAM PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
In addition to getting daily hands-on experience, Interns have the opportunity to participate in a variety of value-added program events via LMS/WebEx/Zoom/Teams during the internship experience which include:
Meetings with FLIK leadership/a mentor
Connection to subject matter experts including the diversity & inclusion, HR, marketing, safety & sanitation, wellness & sustainability and finance teams via Office Hours.
Optional FLIK Learning & Development Courses (FARECheck Food Allergy Basics, Servsafe Food Handler, DAWSO Dining Associate Workplace Safety Orientation)
Networking opportunities with other interns
Exit interview with your internship team
About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
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.
Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.