Internship – 2026

At Park Plaza Hotels and art'otel we believe in developing the next generation of hospitality professionals. Our Internship Programmes provide students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop practical skills and make a meaningful contribution within an international hotel company.

Whether your passion lies in creating memorable guest experiences, delivering exceptional food and beverage service, supporting people strategies, marketing our brands or driving hotel operations, you'll work alongside experienced professionals who will help you grow both personally and professionally.

We are currently offering internship opportunities for 2026

• Park Plaza Amsterdam Victoria
• Park Plaza Vondelpark
• Park Plaza Amsterdam Airport
• art'otel Amsterdam

Operational Internships

• Food & Beverage Internship
• Front Office Internship

Management Internships

• Food & Beverage Management Internship
• Housekeeping Management Internship

The internship is up to end of December for a period of 5 or 6 months. Responsibilities Depending on your chosen department, you will:

• Support the daily operations and projects within your team
• Deliver excellent service to guests, customers and colleagues
• Assist with planning, administration and reporting activities
• Contribute ideas to improve guest satisfaction and operational efficiency
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions and development activities
• Gain valuable experience within an international hospitality environment

Management Internships In Addition To Operational Responsibilities, You Will

• Support managers with departmental projects and strategic initiatives
• Assist with performance analysis and reporting
• Gain exposure to budgeting, planning and leadership activities
• Develop leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Participate in business reviews and management meetings

Essential Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a MBO, Bachelor's or Master's programme in Hospitality, Hotel Management, Tourism, Business Administration, Marketing, Human Resources or a related field
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken
• Passion for hospitality and creating memorable experiences
• Positive, professional and proactive attitude
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Eligible to complete an internship in the Netherlands

Preferred Requirements

• Previous hospitality, customer service or office experience is an advantage
• Interest in building a career within hospitality
• Dutch or additional language skills are a plus
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

Your Benefits & Perks

• Free meal during every shift
• Receive €250 for referring another intern
• Real-world experience in a dynamic hospitality environment
• Learning & development opportunities to build valuable skill
• Heavily discounted hotel rates
• 50% discount in our restaurants and bars
• Access to exclusive employee discounts and offers
• Fun social events and team celebrations

We provide a monthly allowance of €550 for Operational Internships and €750 for Management Internships, exceeding Horeca CAO (BOL) guidelines, with coverage of travel and job-related expenses. Ready to Start Your Hospitality Career? Apply today. It's quick and mobile-friendly. We welcome all backgrounds and encourage you to bring your authentic self to our teams.

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