Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
General Information
Description of the Host Property:
Surround yourself in nature on a newly renovated hotel’s 35 waterfront acres designed to help guests relax and renew. Enjoy bird watching along the board walk, look for manatees near the boat dock, walk the picturesque 9.5 mile bayside bike trail or take in a scenic view. The natural setting and coastal elegance will provide a sense of tranquility and wellbeing. The hotel includes a villa-style casita room steps away from the bayside pool and award-winning restaurant, Oystercatchers.
Description of the Training:
Create unforgettable guest experiences in the Rooms Division department at a world-leading luxury hotel/resort through a J-1 hospitality internship or traineeship program at Grand Hyatt Hotels & Resorts. Train in a diverse and multicultural environment, under the guidance and leadership of industry leaders in the guest services field as you rotate in different roles in the department. This rotational program is designed to give you exposure to the international hospitality industry and give you the experience needed to excel in your career when you return to your home country.
ITN & ODYSSEY All-Inclusive Program:
Unlike most J-1 Program providers, a regional ITN representative will guide you through a streamlined registration process, thanks to ITN and ODYSSEY’s all-inclusive approach. ITN and ODYSSEY will be on hand to provide you with the very best personalized service from the time that you arrive in the United States until your departure from the United States upon completion of your program.
Description of the Location:
The heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast beats in Tampa Bay. Visit Tampa Bay encourages adventure with a relaxing vibe to create travel experiences that are authentically Tampa Bay. With its mix of historic architecture and modern landmarks, a culture infused with Cuban and Spanish flavors, vibrant business districts and beautiful waterways, Tampa is a wonderful place to work, play, and unwind. Downtown is alive with urban parks, including the gorgeous Tampa Riverwalk, hip bars and innovative restaurants, shopping, and amazing restorations of turn-of-the-century buildings.
General Information
Advanced English required.
Must be a current student of a Hospitality or Tourism post-secondary academic institution.
Or recent graduate (less than 12 months ago) of a Hospitality or Tourism post-secondary academic institution.
Or a graduate of a Hospitality or Tourism post-secondary academic institution (more than 12 months ago,) with 12 months of verifiable related work experience.
Or must have 5 years of verifiable related work experience
Details
Start Date: April, 2025
Duration: 12 months
Stipend: $15.00/hour
Accommodation: Accommodation is not provided, ITN will provide the successful candidate with an Arrival Package which includes contact information for housing.
