Intern / Management Trainee - Inspire Leadership Development Program

At the iconic Fairmont Olympic Hotel, we believe great leaders aren’t just born—they’re inspired, developed, and nurtured. Our Inspire Leadership Development Program offers ambitious hospitality professionals the opportunity to gain hands-on, supervisory-level experience across multiple hotel departments, while building the skills, relationships, and confidence needed to lead in luxury hospitality.

This immersive 12–18-month rotational program is designed to provide you with both operational expertise and a deep understanding of how our departments collaborate to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Located in the heart of Seattle's downtown, the Fairmont Olympic Hotel is a historic landmark in the city.  Be a part of history, providing service to our guests in an iconic and luxurious setting.  We look forward to welcoming you to the historic Fairmont Olympic Hotel located in the heart of Seattle.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive pay of $24.04 – $27.13 per hour.
• Hands-on supervisory experience in multiple areas of luxury hospitality.
• Personalized mentorship from seasoned leaders.
• Exposure to hotel leadership meetings and decision-making processes.
• Potential career pathways within Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and the global Accor network after program completion.

What You’ll Experience

Over the course of the program, you will rotate through three operational departments, spending approximately 5–6 months in each. Your rotations will be tailored to your career interests and the needs of the hotel, with potential assignments in:

• Front Desk & Guest Services
• Housekeeping
• Food & Beverage Outlets (restaurants, in-room dining, banquets)

For example: You might begin in Housekeeping, rotate to Front Desk, and then move to Guest Services—each experience offering a unique perspective and set of leadership skills.

During each rotation, you will:

• Take on supervisory responsibilities within your assigned department.
• Learn operational best practices, leadership principles, and guest service standards aligned with Fairmont’s luxury brand.
• Gain a holistic understanding of how departments interconnect to create seamless guest experiences.
• Work closely with senior leaders and mentors to support your growth and development.

• Recent graduate in Hospitality or Business, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Previous hospitality or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a genuine passion for service.
• Adaptability, curiosity, and willingness to take on challenges in new environments.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Hospitality
If you’re ready to learn from the best, challenge yourself, and prepare for a rewarding leadership career in luxury hospitality, we invite you to apply today for our Inspire Leadership Development Program.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  All offers contingent on background check and E-Verify.

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