IT Admin Intern

Role summary

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The IT Admin Intern supports the hotel’s technology operations, including basic hardware and software troubleshooting, user support, equipment setup, documentation, and routine administrative tasks. Candidates are generally expected to be currently studying Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, with a basic understanding of computer systems, networking, Microsoft Office, and service-desk procedures. Good communication, organization, patience, and a willingness to learn are important. The intern should be dependable, professional, discreet with company information, and comfortable assisting colleagues across different hotel departments. Hospitality experience is helpful but usually not essential. The role may involve responding to support requests, maintaining IT records, helping with inventory, and following Accor and hotel security procedures.

About the employer

Fairmont Makati is a luxury hotel located in the central business and shopping district of Makati City, Philippines. It is part of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, a premium hospitality brand within Accor, one of the world’s leading hotel groups. The property offers guest rooms and suites, restaurants, meeting and event facilities, wellness services, and business-oriented amenities. Fairmont hotels are known for personalized service, elegant surroundings, and strong attention to guest comfort. As part of Accor, Fairmont Makati operates within an international network that provides employees with exposure to global hospitality standards, structured training, and career opportunities across hotels and corporate functions. An IT intern can gain practical experience supporting hotel systems, employees, and daily operations in a busy, multicultural environment.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines is an archipelago with strong employment opportunities in hospitality, information technology, business-process outsourcing, healthcare, education, and tourism. Metro Manila, including Makati, offers the widest range of professional jobs, while Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, and other destinations provide opportunities in hotels, resorts, diving, and travel services. Filipino culture is generally warm, family-oriented, and community-minded, with English widely used at work. Life in Makati is convenient and urban, with shopping, dining, public transport, and international communities, although traffic and housing costs can be significant. Employees should budget carefully and research accommodation near work. Foreign nationals need the appropriate work authorization, usually arranged with employer support; a tourist visa does not permit employment. Interns should confirm whether their school, nationality, and host company require a special internship or training permit before relocating.