Summer 2027 Hospitality Internship - Oasis at Death Valley
About The Position
The Oasis at Death Valley is hiring seasonal Hospitality Interns for its Lodging or Food & Beverage departments. Interns gain hands-on experience in a high-volume resort property. Lodging interns work with Housekeeping and Front Office teams to learn room preparation and guest support. Food & Beverage interns work across multiple dining facilities and learn front-of-house restaurant operations. The program includes rotating through department roles, online and in-person courses, and networking with department managers and directors. Interns are expected to explore challenges and solutions for operating a sustainable hospitality enterprise within a National Park. The internship is based at The Oasis at Death Valley in California, and interns must relocate to Death Valley National Park for the duration of the program. The season runs from May 12, 2027, through August 4, 2027. The position pays $16.65 per hour and typically involves 40 hours across five days per week. Schedules may include weekends, evenings, and holidays; overtime may be required during high business volume.
Requirements
- Relocate to Death Valley National Park in California for the duration of the program.
- Be studying or interested in pursuing a career in the hospitality industry.
- Lodging department interns must have a valid driver's license; a learner's permit is not accepted.
- Must be able to work independently.
- Must adhere to grooming standards.
- Must adhere to safety guidelines when using cleaning materials.
- Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
- Must be able to bend, push, pull, kneel, lift, and stand for extended periods; 100% of the job involves being on one's feet.
- Must be able to work in extreme temperatures.
Responsibilities
- Learn about operations at a high-volume resort property.
- Gain hands-on experience in multiple roles within the assigned department.
- Complete online courses according to the set schedule.
- Attend all in-person courses.
- Rotate through various departments to understand daily operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house roles.
- Network with managers and directors in the department.
- Identify challenges and solutions for operating a sustainable hospitality enterprise within a National Park.
Benefits
- Retail, lodging, and travel discounts.
- Free Death Valley National Park pass.
- Free on-site laundry facility and Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth).
- Free access to the pool, golf course, recreation center, gym, and sports court.
- Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site).
- Free breakfast and lunch, with $4 dinners in the employee dining room.
- Planned employee trips and activities.
- $350 referral bonus program.
- Competitive benefit programs and services for eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
