Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program:

• Applications Close: October 4th, 2024, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible – don’t delay!

• Summer 2025 Program Dates: Approximately June 2025 – August 2025

  JOB SUMMARY:

The interns will work alongside seasoned culinarians to get a 360 picture of the hospitality industry, with a focus on the Universal Culinary program. Students will gain exposure to quick service restaurants, full-service venues and our state-of-the-art production kitchen and bakery. Those chosen for this role will have the once in a lifetime opportunity to conduct a presentation that will focus on a dish circled around one of our marquee events or specialty themed locations that will be presented to the Universal Orlando Executive Culinary Team. This role will be fast paced and is ideal for those looking to see the full scale of theme park culinary operation.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes hands-on training within Food & Beverage to gain a holistic view of large-scale theme park operations.

• Assists the Culinary and Bakery & Pastry Team Members getting exposure to multiple operations and styles throughout the resort.

• Performs duties within different venues as assigned.

• Presents a dish to the Universal Orlando Executive Culinary Team as a part of a final internship presentation.

• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

  EDUCATION:

• In pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Junior or above.

• Recent graduates will not be eligible for this program.

• Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.

• An official transcript may be required upon request.

• Preferred majors include: Baking & Pastry, Hospitality Management, Culinary.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Preferable skills for success in role include but not limited to:

• Basic knife skills preferred.

• Must be efficient in Microsoft Office Programs including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities and organization.

• Exceptional attention to detail.

• Superior written & verbal communication skills.

• Work in a fast-paced environment and adhere to deadlines.

• Ability to work autonomously and/or in teams.

• Consistent attendance.

Please note the following:

• This internship will be an in-person experience, based in our Orlando offices.

• Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than August 2025.

• Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.

• In addition to all of our internships being paid, you may be eligible for financial assistance towards housing if applicable. Specific details about eligibility would be provided at the time of offer.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.

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