Tourism and Hospitality: The Business of Destinations

Do you have a passion for travel, for excellent tourist experiences, for the logistics of inviting visitors to enjoy new and exciting places? You might belong in the tourism industry.

Tourism and Hospitality Management focuses on the business and operations of hotels, restaurants, travel, events, and entertainment. In this industry, you will interact with many clients and professionals and have the opportunity to learn about various cultures. According to the World Travel & Tourism Council and Statistica, last year, the travel and tourism industry in the US contributed to 2.36 trillion USD to Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Large companies with fellowships and internship programs hire early (think Marriott and Hilton). You will want to start looking at these programs in August and September. Sports and hospitality internships also post in the fall (think MLB and NBA, as well as specific teams).

International Students: Recruitment can vary based on industry of interest. Check Interstride.

Graduate students & MBAs:  Outside of these rotational programs, which also take place at the graduate and MBA levels, full-time recruiting is mainly done “just-in-time” or when the employer has a n immediate, specific need.

Guest Services

Reservationist

Hotel Manager

Restaurant Manager

Travel Professional

Event Sales

Recreation Coordinator

Event Manager

Event Manager Trainee

University Intern Hotel Operations

Hotel Operations Manager

Operations Supervisor

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Contact & Location

Phone
202-885-1908
Address

Kogod Suite 122
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Office Hours Peer Consultant Drop-Ins
Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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