This university internship is intended for students seeking practical hospitality experience at The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant university or hospitality program, meet the internship requirements of their educational institution, and have suitable language skills, commonly English and Spanish. Depending on placement, duties may support guest services, food and beverage, rooms, events, administration, or other resort departments. The candidate is expected to be professional, well-presented, reliable, flexible, and eager to learn. Strong communication, teamwork, cultural awareness, and a genuine commitment to luxury guest service are important. Interns should follow Marriott and Ritz-Carlton standards, respect confidentiality, and adapt comfortably to a fast-paced international resort environment.
The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama is a luxury resort operated by Marriott International on Tenerife’s southwest coast in the Canary Islands. Set within an extensive estate overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the resort offers high-end accommodation, restaurants, spa and wellness facilities, golf, beaches, and extensive leisure activities. Ritz-Carlton is known worldwide for personalized service, refined hospitality, and its long-standing service culture, often summarized through the company’s Gold Standards. As part of Marriott International, the resort provides exposure to global hospitality procedures, professional training, and an international workplace. Internship opportunities may allow students to gain experience in guest relations, food and beverage, housekeeping, events, administration, or other hotel operations. The resort places strong emphasis on attention to detail, teamwork, discretion, and creating memorable guest experiences.
The Spanish Islands include the Canary Islands and Balearic Islands, with Tenerife offering strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, events, wellness, retail, and marine activities. Tenerife has a warm climate, volcanic landscapes, beaches, hiking routes, and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle. Local culture combines Spanish traditions with Canarian food, music, festivals, and a welcoming international community. Living costs are generally lower than in Madrid or Barcelona, although accommodation near major resorts can be expensive. Spanish is useful for daily life, while English and German are valued in tourism. EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens can work after registering locally and obtaining the required identification. Non-EU applicants normally need an approved internship or student arrangement and the appropriate visa or residence authorization before arrival. Interns should confirm accommodation, insurance, transport, documentation, and whether the employer provides meals or housing.
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