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$42K - 62K a year
Support HR operations, recruitment, engagement, and DEIB initiatives in a hospitality setting.
Pursuing a degree in Hospitality, Real Estate, or Finance; strong communication and organizational skills; interest in guest experience and service culture.
The Summer 2026 People + Culture Intern will join PM’s Support Center for a structured 9‑week HR‑focused internship designed to provide hands‑on experience in human resources operations, associate relations, recruitment support, compliance, HR systems, engagement, and organizational culture. This is not a shadowing role — you’ll contribute meaningful work that supports HR decision‑making, improves associate experience, and strengthens processes across PM’s hotels. What You’ll Learn & Do ⭐ 1) Associate Relations & HR Operations • Support the HR team with associate case documentation, follow‑up notes, and action logs. • Participate in HR operations work such as policy updates, handbook reviews, and SOP revisions. • Assist in managing HR inbox inquiries and responding to common associate questions. • Partner with HR Business Partners to track themes and recommend improvements. ⭐ 2) Recruitment & Talent Acquisition • Assist with job postings, candidate sourcing, resume reviews, and interview coordination. • Support early‑career hiring pipelines and outreach to schools and hospitality programs. • Help maintain candidate records and improve the applicant experience workflow. • Participate in structured interviews where appropriate. ⭐ 3) Compensation, Benefits & HR Data Insights • Gain exposure to payroll coordination, benefits administration, and associate eligibility tracking. • Support analysis of turnover, engagement, recognition, and HR performance indicators. • Assist with creating simple reports or dashboards to help leaders understand HR trends. ⭐ 4) Associate Engagement & Culture • Support company‑wide engagement and recognition programs (milestones, celebrations, activations). • Assist with planning P+C events, wellness initiatives, and cultural campaigns. • Help draft internal communication content highlighting people, culture, and successes. ⭐ 5) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) • Contribute to DEIB projects such as women’s leadership initiatives, mentorship programs, and career pathways. • Assist in communication and coordination for ForWard-related initiatives and internal communities. • Help gather data and prepare insights for DEIB updates and programming. Who You Are • Pursuing a degree in Hospitality, Real Estate, or Finance • Passionate about guest experience, service culture, and brand storytelling. • A clear communicator - visually and verbally - with strong organizational skills. • Comfortable turning insights into practical tools for frontline teams. • Preferred: Experience with training content, reputation platforms, or brand standards. What You’ll Gain • Mentorship from seasoned leaders and collaboration with property teams. • A polished capstone deliverable—ready for your portfolio and resume. • Practical skills in training design, insights storytelling, and operational alignment. • A pathway to roles in guest experience, quality assurance, brand strategy, or training. Internship Details • Program Length: 9 weeks • Dates: June 1 – July 30, 2026 • Location: PM Hotel Group Support Center (Chevy Chase, MD.) • Format: Hybrid (Onsite + Occasional Remote Days; select property visits may occur) • Hours: Full‑time | 35–40 hours per week • Compensation: Competitive hourly rate • Reports to: VP People + Culture Mentor (designated program lead)
This job posting was last updated on 1/13/2026