Summer 2026 - College Intern - Kauai, HI (Housekeeping & Front Office)

Hourly Rate: $18.75

Internship Program Overview 

Marriott Vacations Worldwide offers a comprehensive internship program at one of our stunning resort locations, available in 3- or 6-month durations, and built around the following core pillars: 

 

• Gain in-person, on-site work experience within a designated department at one of our premier resort locations. 

• Receive personalized guidance and support from experienced property leaders to help shape your career path. 

• Participate in exclusive sessions with senior company executives to gain strategic insights and leadership perspectives. 

• Spend a day shadowing a different department to broaden your understanding of resort operations. 

• Conduct two interviews with senior leaders to learn about their career journeys and leadership philosophies. 

• Collaborate on a meaningful project that encourages creativity and contributes to business innovation. 

• Join interactive online sessions designed to provide exposure to various areas of the MVW business. 

• Connect with fellow interns and share your journey through our dedicated internship social media platform. 

 

 

Internship Program Requirements 

• Must be available to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays. 

• This is a fully on-site internship at one of the designated Marriott Vacations Worldwide resort locations. 

• Candidates must be actively pursuing a college degree at any level. 

• While students majoring in Hospitality or Business Management are preferred, applicants from other academic disciplines are also encouraged to apply. 

• A valid driver’s license may be required, depending on scope of role.  

 

Internship Timelines 

• Spring: January – April 

• Summer: May – August 

*Timelines may vary depending on the needs of company 

*Housing accommodations and relocation are the students’ responsibility.  

 

Internship Resort Operations Position Descriptions 

 
Housekeeping  
- Develops skills in this critical component of resort operations, provides a strong foundation for a successful career in hospitality 
- Learning the essentials of villa cleaning and performing core tasks that ensure guest accommodations are clean, comfortable and up to brand standards.  
- Learn about the roles and responsibilities of other housekeeping roles 
- Observe and lead room inspections 
- Observe and learn key components of inventory control and supply ordering 
- Understand the importance of collaboration with other departments in preparing for guest arrivals.  
 
Front Office 
- Learn and apply brand-standard welcoming techniques to deliver an exceptional guest experience  
- Welcome and assist