The Gritti Palace, Venice

**Additional Information**
**Job Number**25166385
**Job Category**Management Development Programs/Interns
**Location**The Gritti Palace a Luxury Collection Hotel Venice, Campo Santa Maria del Giglio 2467, Venice, Italy, Italy, 30124
**Schedule**Full Time
**Located Remotely?**N
**Position Type** Non-Management

The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, part of Marriott International, is currently looking for a Reservations Intern.

It is a full-time internship (40-hour working week made of 8 hours per 5 days and 2 days off).

**What we offer**
- Professional career progression at international level in 9000+ Marriott hotels
- Learning and development opportunities online, on the job and in class
- Experienced management & motivated and engaging colleagues
- Charity events, Wellbeing activities and voluntary work in the community of Venice through the TakeCare program
- Canteen service
- 550€ monthly reimbursement

**What you will do**

The purpose of the Internship is to give the Intern an overview of the Company and Hotel organization and understand the role of the different departments

Within the specific department, the Trainee will shadow and actively support the Tutor in order to acquire professional skills. At the end of the internship program the Intern will be able to:
Identify guest reservation needs and determine appropriate room type.

Verify availability of room type and rate.

Explain guarantee, special rate, and cancellation policies to callers.

Accommodate and document special requests.

Answer questions about property facilities/services and room accommodations.

Follow sales techniques to maximize revenue.

Input and access data in reservation system.

Indicate special room reservation types by inputting the correct code and rate into the reservation system.

Follow proper escalation procedures when addressing guest concerns.

**What we’re looking for**
- Bachelor/Master Degree in Hospitality or humanities
- Fluent written and spoken English and Italian
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Passion for luxury hospitality
- Team Work, communication and problem solving skills
- Can-do attitude along with strong motivation and enthusiasm
- Positive outlook and outgoing personality

This role requires compliance with quality assurance expectations and standards. You may be required to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

**Welcome to our family**

As a world-class leader in the travel industry, there’s no better place to make your mark. If you have the natural ability to communicate and enjoy working with others, we welcome you to join our global family. Here, you will find a place where your personality and ideas are as appreciated as the work you do. Each day will open your mind to a world of possibilities, growth opportunities and the chance to meet people from all corners of the globe.

**You’re welcomed here**

Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to feel comfortable being yourself and to know you’re important to us. You’ll make an impact in your role, and for that, you’ll be appreciated and valued.

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The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, with over 120 properties in more than 35 countries, offers the promise of authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. Our more than 100 years of experience, beginning in 1906 under the Italian CIGA brand - a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties - serves as a solid foundation as we continuously evolve to exceed the desires of the luxury traveler.

From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale - a portal to the destination’s cultural charms and treasures. If you are someone with an appreciation for evocative storytelling, a keen interest and passion for this destination's heritage, and a desire to deliver genuine, personalized, and anticipatory hospitality, then we invite you on our journey. In joining The Luxury Collection, 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.