F&B Internship (Summer 2027) - Hotel Arts Barcelona

Role summary

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This summer internship supports food and beverage operations at Hotel Arts Barcelona, potentially across restaurants, bars, banquets, and guest service. Candidates should be enrolled in or recently completing hospitality, tourism, or a related program, with strong communication skills and an interest in luxury hotel service. Fluency in Spanish and English is advantageous; additional languages are welcome. The role requires professionalism, punctuality, teamwork, attention to detail, and flexibility for varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Candidates are expected to deliver attentive guest service, follow hygiene and safety standards, learn hotel procedures quickly, and maintain a positive attitude in a busy environment.

About the employer

Hotel Arts Barcelona is a luxury, beachfront hotel operated by Marriott International and located near the city’s Port Olímpic area. The property is known for its contemporary design, sea views, high-end restaurants and bars, event facilities, spa services, and premium guest experience. As part of Marriott’s international hotel portfolio, it provides structured hospitality training and exposure to global service standards. Employees and interns may work with guests from many countries and gain experience in areas such as food and beverage, rooms, events, and guest relations. The hotel values professionalism, teamwork, inclusion, attention to detail, and personalized service. Its location offers access to Barcelona’s cultural attractions, business districts, beaches, and extensive public transport network.

Working in Spain Islands

Spain’s main island destinations include the Balearic Islands—Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca, and Formentera—and the Canary Islands, including Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura. Tourism creates seasonal opportunities in hotels, restaurants, bars, resorts, events, wellness, watersports, and guest services. Island life is generally outdoors-oriented, with beaches, warm weather, local festivals, and a relaxed social culture, although summer housing and transport can be expensive. Spanish is useful for daily life, while English and other languages are valuable in tourism. EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens can work in Spain with the required registration. Non-EU applicants generally need an appropriate work authorization, student placement arrangement, or internship visa before starting. Relocation planning should include accommodation, registration, health coverage, transport, and proof of funds. This position is in Barcelona on mainland Spain, not on a Spanish island.