Sales Trainee (Internship) - W Barcelona

Job Description

This internship supports the hotel’s sales team with client communication, market research, sales administration, account follow-up, presentations and preparation of commercial activities. Candidates are generally expected to be studying hospitality, tourism, business or a related subject and to have an internship agreement with an educational institution. Strong communication, organization, teamwork and customer-service skills are important. Good spoken and written English is normally required; Spanish and other languages are valuable. The successful candidate should be professional, proactive, eager to learn and comfortable working in a fast-paced luxury-hotel environment. Basic computer skills, especially Microsoft Office, and an interest in hotel sales, events and business development are also expected.

Company Info

W Barcelona is a landmark luxury hotel operated under Marriott International’s W Hotels brand. Known locally as the W Barcelona or Hotel Vela, it is positioned beside the Mediterranean and offers distinctive architecture, stylish guest rooms, restaurants, bars, event spaces, a spa and leisure facilities. W Hotels focuses on contemporary design, energetic service and an experience-led approach to hospitality. The property serves international leisure travelers, business guests, groups and event clients, making its commercial and sales operations highly diverse. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with a broad portfolio of hotel brands and properties across many countries. Working at W Barcelona can provide practical exposure to luxury hospitality, international customer relationships, hotel sales systems and the standards of a global organization.

Destination Guide

Spain’s islands offer opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, events, sales, guest services and seasonal hospitality, especially in Mallorca, Ibiza, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. The culture combines Spanish traditions with strong Mediterranean and international influences; island life is generally social, outdoors-oriented and centered on beaches, food and festivals. Summers are busy and employment can be seasonal, while housing may be expensive and limited in popular areas. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can work without a visa, although registration and a Spanish social-security number are required. Non-EU applicants usually need an employer-sponsored work permit or an appropriate student internship arrangement. A valid passport, accommodation budget, health coverage and proof of funds are important for relocation. W Barcelona itself is in mainland Barcelona, not the islands, so applicants should confirm the exact workplace and internship paperwork before moving.