2026 Summer Intern - Human Resources

Highgate Hotels • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Highgate Hotels is seeking a part-time Summer Intern for Human Resources at The Westin New Orleans and The Riverfront Hotel. This internship offers an opportunity to learn about the hospitality industry in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Specific hotel placement will be determined upon offer. Applications are accepted between 5/11/2026 and 5/30/2026.

Requirements

• Currently studying for Bachelor’s degree, Graduate degree in Human Resources or equivalent.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all levels of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service-oriented manner.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service-oriented manner.
• Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
• Should possess the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required and ability to manipulate data essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the overall Human Resource Department in daily administrative functions.
• Assist the Human Resources leadership with key responsibilities, including new hire administration, employee relations, training, and communications with both hotel departments and Highgate corporate offices.
• Effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all levels of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service-oriented manner.
• Multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Cross-train in other hotel-related areas.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Benefits

• Travel discounts at our hotels
• Competitive benefits
• Three pricing tiers of medical coverage
• Dental and Vision benefits to eligible full-time associates
• Accrue paid sick leave in accordance with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act
• Paid time off plans may also be available to associates who qualify
• Retirement 401(k) Program is open to both full-time and part-time associates who qualify

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern