About the role#
The Housekeeping Intern supports the Housekeeping Manager in overseeing daily operations to ensure hotel quality standards are met. This role involves a mix of administrative support, staff training, and hands-on cleaning duties to maintain guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
What you'll do#
- Inspect assigned suites and public areas to ensure all furnishings, equipment, and linens are clean and in good repair.
- Assist with training employees on their job duties and provide corrective instruction when deficiencies are identified.
- Partner with the Housekeeping Manager to inventory and maintain appropriate par levels for linens and room supplies.
- Monitor commercial laundry equipment and supplies to ensure they remain in working order.
- Perform housekeeping tasks, including cleaning guest suites and public spaces, to meet occupancy standards.
- Ensure all operations comply with federal, state, and local health and safety regulations.
- Manage lost and found procedures and coordinate with other departments to ensure consistent service.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of housekeeping experience.
- Fluent English communication skills (reading, writing, and speaking).
- Basic mathematical skills, including the ability to work with percentages and variances.
- Experience with Microsoft Office is preferred.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, bending, climbing, and kneeling for extended periods.
- Capacity to lift, carry, or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Pursuing or holding a degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or Operations Management is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour.
How to get in at Sonesta International Hotels
Intern Insider's per-company playbook.
Securing an internship at Sonesta International Hotels requires timing your application to ensure it reaches the hiring team early. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first, as early applicants get seen before the pile grows. Networking can also help you stand out from other candidates. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company's roles so you can reach out directly to ask about the role or a referral, which materially improves response rates.
