Company Description
About our hotel
Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam offers five-star luxury in a unique and historic setting. As part of Accor, we combine the rich heritage of our landmark building with contemporary elegance, French art de vivre, and exceptional service standards.
Located in the heart of Amsterdam, The Grand is renowned for creating unforgettable experiences for guests from around the world while offering meaningful development opportunities for hospitality professionals.
Job Description
Availible from Augustus/ September 2027
Where your career begins in a legendary setting
Have you always wanted to work in a hotel where history, elegance and luxury come together? Then this is your chance. We are offering an exclusive Sales internship at the iconic Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam, a place where you don't just learn, but truly grow.
About the internship
During your internship, you will be part of the enthusiastic and experienced Sales & Marketing team. You will work closely with the Director of Sales & Marketing, the Assistant Director of Sales and the Sales Managers. It's a unique opportunity to discover how commercial strategy and hospitality come together at five-star level.
What will you do?
- Collect and analyze sales data for internal reporting
- Create inspiring and representative Sales Kits
- Support ongoing projects within the Sales team
- Process proposal requests and keep databases up to date
- Play an active role in the team's administrative tasks
You will be an important link between strategy and execution, with plenty of room to show initiative.
What do we offer you?
At The Grand, we believe in developing talent. You will join an environment where personal growth comes first.
- A challenging internship in a prestigious five-star hotel
- Training from our Learning & Development Manager
- Opportunities for cross-training in other departments
- Career growth opportunities within The Grand or other Accor hotels worldwide
- An internship allowance of €750 gross per month (based on 38 hours)
- Travel expense reimbursement where applicable
- Free meals in our staff canteen
- 50% discount in our restaurants and in other 4/5-star hotels in Amsterdam
Qualifications
Your profile
- You are studying Hospitality Management, Sales, Commercial Economics or a similar field
- You have a strong interest in the world of luxury hospitality
- You have excellent communication skills in both Dutch and English
- You are available from June (September at the latest) 2025, for a period of at least 6 months
- You are eager to learn, accurate and have a proactive, positive attitude
Additional Information
What we offer
Our team is young, dynamic, and passionate about hospitality. The Grand highly values personal and professional development, which is why we have a dedicated Training Manager who actively supports your growth throughout your internship journey.
In addition to your operational learning experience, you will have the opportunity to:
- Participate in various cross-trainings across different hotel departments
- Gain exposure to quality management and operational coordination projects
- Take part in an operational management shift once per month, providing valuable insight into daily hotel operations and decision-making
- Explore future career opportunities within Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam and the wider Accor network
The internship allowance is €600 gross per month based on 38 hours per week. In addition, you may be eligible for a travel allowance.
Every day, you can enjoy a complimentary meal in our staff canteen.
Love dining out? As part of the Accor family, you can enjoy discounts of up to 50% at selected restaurants and bars within participating 4- and 5-star hotels in Amsterdam.
Please note that only candidates who already have the legal right to work in the Netherlands will be considered. Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam does not provide visa or work permit sponsorship.
