Marketing Intern

Job Description

The Marketing Intern supports the hotel’s marketing and communications activities, including social media, content creation, market research, promotional campaigns, brand coordination, event support, and preparation of reports or presentations. Candidates are generally expected to be studying marketing, communications, hospitality, business, or a related subject, with strong written and verbal English skills. Familiarity with social media platforms, Microsoft Office, digital marketing, and basic design tools is useful. The role requires creativity, organization, attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to manage deadlines while working with multiple hotel departments. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, cultural awareness, and genuine interest in luxury hospitality are important. Previous hospitality or marketing experience may be advantageous but is not always required for an internship.

Company Info

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai is a luxury Marriott International property located in Business Bay, Dubai. One of the city’s prominent five-star hotels, it offers extensive accommodation, restaurants, lounges, conference facilities, spa services, and leisure amenities for business and leisure travelers. The hotel operates within the JW Marriott brand, which emphasizes refined service, thoughtful guest experiences, wellness, culinary excellence, and attention to detail. Its workforce includes professionals from many nationalities and departments, creating a multicultural environment with opportunities to develop hospitality, marketing, events, food and beverage, rooms, and corporate skills. As part of Marriott International, the hotel provides access to global brand standards, structured training, and potential career mobility across Marriott properties. A marketing intern can gain practical experience supporting campaigns, digital communications, partnerships, guest engagement, and hotel brand promotion in one of the UAE’s most competitive hospitality markets.

Destination Guide

The United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven emirates rather than an island, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi offering the largest concentration of hospitality, tourism, retail, aviation, marketing, and business opportunities. The culture combines Gulf traditions with a highly international population; modest professional dress, respect for religion, and awareness of local customs are important. Lifestyle is modern and convenient, with excellent public transport, shopping, beaches, restaurants, and year-round events, although summers are extremely hot. Employment normally requires an employer-sponsored residence and work visa, medical examination, Emirates ID, and official labor documentation. Interns should confirm whether the employer provides sponsorship, accommodation, meals, transport, insurance, or a stipend. Before relocating, budget for deposits, transportation, and initial living expenses. Dubai is generally safe, but laws regarding alcohol, public behavior, photography, and online communication should be followed carefully.