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Front Office Intern - Hilton Chicago

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Chicago, IL
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Chicago, IL
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Supports hotel front-office operations under department leadership while gaining hands-on hospitality experience. Interacts with guests, assists with service delivery, collaborates with team members, supports other departments as needed, and contributes to positive guest experiences. Flexible scheduling accommodates academic commitments, with availability required during weekends, holidays, and non-school periods.
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Are you currently enrolled in a Hospitality program or a recent graduate? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience as a Guest Service Agent. In this role, you will interact with guests from around the world while collaborating with hospitality professionals to deliver exceptional service and create memorable guest experiences for both internal and external customers.

Flexible scheduling is available to accommodate academic commitments.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to provide outstanding service to both internal and external customers.
  • The ability to quickly learn and effectively utilize the hotel's property management system.
  • Open availability during non-school periods, including weekends and holidays.
  • A high school diploma or GED required.
  • Current enrollment in a Hospitality program or recent graduation preferred.
  • Previous front desk or hospitality experience preferred.
  • Bilingual skills preferred.

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an Intern, you’re not just supporting daily hotel operations while gaining hands-on experience – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:

  • Support daily operations: Perform assigned tasks under the guidance of department leaders while actively learning from team members and gaining hands-on experience
  • Gain cross-functional experience: Support other departments as needed to build broader knowledge of hotel operations
  • Support team collaboration: Assist colleagues and contribute to a positive and productive work environment
Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

    About Us
    Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture
    At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
    Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.
    Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.
    Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work. 
    About the Team

    How We'll Help You Thrive

    At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*: 

    • Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
    • Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
    • Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
    • Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
    • Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
    • Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
    • Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
    • Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next

    *Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

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