About the role#
This is a 12-month internship program for individuals interested in Food and Beverage or Culinary operations. You will work in a luxury hospitality environment, gaining hands-on experience in frontline roles and learning from executive teams. The program is designed to develop future leaders through mentorship, training, and direct exposure to service standards.
What you'll do#
- Complete a 12-month placement in Food and Beverage or Culinary departments.
- Participate in rotational job shadowing across different outlets or disciplines.
- Work in frontline roles to learn luxury service standards.
- Complete a capstone project to present to the property leadership team.
- Utilize on-the-job training and an extensive learning library.
- Receive regular coaching and mentorship from industry leaders.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or recent graduation from a Hospitality, Culinary, or related program.
- Eligibility for a J-1 Visa through an approved sponsor.
- Advanced written and verbal English communication skills.
- Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English.
- Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Flexible availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- A positive attitude and a strong work ethic.
Location & details#
- Location: Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 30 lbs while performing repetitive tasks.
- Note: Employee housing may be available at select locations, subject to cost and availability.
About Ponte Vedra Beach Resorts
Ponte Vedra Beach Resorts operates two oceanfront properties in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Founded in 1928, the organization provides hospitality services including golf, spa, and event hosting. The company serves guests through its two locations, the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club and The Lodge & Club. It maintains a staff of 501 to 1,000 employees.
How to get in at Ponte Vedra Beach Resorts
Applying to Ponte Vedra Beach Resorts early provides a distinct advantage, as hiring managers often review applications as they arrive. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first before the pile grows. Being at the top of the list ensures your materials are seen while the team is still actively filling the position. You can also improve your chances by reaching out to the right people. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company roles so you can contact them directly to ask about the position or a referral, which materially improves response rates. A brief, professional note to the recruiter helps you stand out from the automated queue.
