Intern - Human Resources (Summer 2027)

Intern - Human Resources (Summer 2027) Requisition ID 2026-82593 Category Human Resources Job Location US-PA-Philadelphia Property Greater Philadelphia Growth - Highgate Hotels Compensation Minimum USD $20.00/Hr. Compensation Maximum USD $20.00/Hr. Pay Class Full Time Compensation Type Hourly Highgate Hotels Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com Location Overview Make Your Mark in Hospitality HR! Our 2027 Human Resources Internship offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic hospitality environment while learning from experienced HR professionals. This intersnship is designed for students who are eager to learn, grow, build meaningful connections, and gain real-world experience that will prepare them for a successful career in Human Resources and Hospitality. Responsibilities 1. Support the HR team with day-to-day Human Resources operations and administrative tasks. 2. Assist with recruitment, interview scheduling, candidate communoication, and onboarding activities. 3. Help maintain accurate employee records and HR systems. 4. Support employee engagement initiatives, events, and recognition programs. 5. Partner with hotel leadership and HR teams to support employee needs and initiatives. 6. Gain exposure to key HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, and performance management. 7. Demonstrate a warm, professional, and service-focused attitude with guests, associates, and leadership. 8. Follow all hotel policies, brand standards, safety procedures, confidentiality expectations, and grooming standards. 9. Learn and contribute in a fast-paced hospitality environment while developing valuable professional skills. Qualifications 1. Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Hospitality, Business Administration, or a related degree program preferred. 2. Strong interest in hotel operations, hospitality leadership, guest service, and career growth within the hotel industry. 3. Previous hotel, customer service, retail, or campus leadership experience is a plus. 4. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. 5. Professional demeanor with a positive and service-oriented attitude. 6. Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion. 7. Ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment. 8. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 9. Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the property for extended periods of time. Highgate Hotels and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant's race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or any ot er legally protected classification. Highgate Hotels will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.