Sales & Marketing Trainee

Please note that this position is only for current students pursuing a Hotel Management degree.

With its many museums, peaceful canals and 17th-century architecture, Amsterdam charms every visitor. In the midst of this splendid city, you'll find us: the Amsterdam Marriott Hotel.

Our luxury hotel, located across from Leidseplein's fine dining, shopping and entertainment, is a 5-minute walk to many attractions including the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. In the morning visit the Vondelpark for a relaxing walk or run or go to our on-site 24-hour health club for a great workout.

Our 396 spacious guest rooms have everything you need for business or leisure travel and upscale and casual dining awaits you in our two restaurants where you can grab a burger and beer or Amsterdam's finest steak in town. Our 12 banqueting rooms are equipped with the newest technology; we welcome you to our 'Meetings Imagined'.

''Mentoring today creates leaders tomorrow.''

As a Sales & Marketing trainee you will be introduced to all aspects within the department. Your daily routine consists of administrative, organizational and supportive tasks. Together with the Sales Team you will establish potential business partners, and you will support the Marketing Team by designing and maintaining social media pages of both hotels.

What are your responsibilities?

• Supporting the Sales Team by attending Tradeshows, Sales Blitz, Client Events and Side Inspections;
• Supporting the Marketing Team by coming up with creative ideas for Event giveaways and keeping track of social media pages of both hotels;
• Setting up month-end reports, preference plus programs, purchase orders and booking space reports for groups;
• Preparing and carrying out VIP Arrivals and Voucher Requests;
• Being the first point of contact for the Sales & Marketing department;
• Everything else that you want to learn and can handle!

Who are you?

• A last year student of the hotel school or other relevant education;
• Looking for an internship for a minimum of six months;
• Organized, services minded and independent;
• Accurate and punctual;
• Strong social and communication skills;
• Good knowledge of the Dutch and English language, spoken and written.

What do we have to offer?

• A monthly trainee allowance of €750;
• A professional environment to work in and the opportunity to learn from others in the highest segment of the hospitality industry;
• Being part of the biggest hotel company in the world and career possibilities within Marriott International;
• Personal coaching and training to support your internship;
• Special discounted rates for 8500+ Marriott hotels worldwide for you, your family and friends;
• Discount on Food & Beverage up to 20% in Marriott Hotels worldwide;
• Free meals in our Staff Cafeteria;
• Participation in several training session provided by our on property Learning Manager;
• Free use of our Health Club;
• A Take Care program; we focus on your wellbeing in general and organize several healthy and fun activities throughout the year;
• We organize many social activities, such as our Associate Appreciation Week, an annual Staff Party and Team outings;
• The possibility to participate in our Trainee Meetings to share your experience and learn about the possibilities within Marriott.

Interested?

Are you the perfect fit for the internship position? Please let us know why you want to be part of our team! For more information, take a look out our website: www.marriott.com/careers.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.