Internships
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts offers a variety of internship opportunities for college students seeking valuable work experience. Each of these unique opportunities can help you gain on-the-job experience, polish your skills, and build a professional network.
Who We Hire
We look for students with strong communication skills, who exhibit enthusiasm, professionalism, and a personal drive for success.
- Hospitality Internships
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Our Hospitality Internship Program is offered to sophomores through graduating seniors enrolled in Hotel/Restaurant Management, Travel, Tourism, and related majors. This unique experience gives students the opportunity to gain managerial skills and customize their experience in one of several concentrations.
Internships are available during the summer season and are posted in September/October. Housing is available.
- Culinary Internships
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Our Culinary Internships are offered to students enrolled in an accredited culinary program. This unique internship experience gives students the opportunity to work alongside seasoned culinary professionals and sharpen technical skills.
Culinary internships are offered and posted year round, January through December.
- The Hotel Hershey
- Hershey Lodge
- Hershey Country Club
- Houlihan's Restaurant + Bar
- Devon Seafood + Steak
- Professional Internships
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Professional Internship opportunities at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts are available in several career fields.
- Accounting/Finance
- Communications
- Human Resources
- Information Technology
- Legal
- Marketing
- Sales
Internships vary, but most are available to juniors or non-graduated seniors.
- Spring Internships: Posted in September/October
- Summer Internships: Posted in January/February
- Fall Internships: Posted in June/July
- Housing & Transportation
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Housing
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts has partnered with International House of Harrisburg (IHouse) to provide housing services to our employees that participate in our internship programs and live outside of the local region. Located in downtown Harrisburg, IHouse offers a unique housing experience. For more information, visit www.ihousehbg.org
Requesting Housing
All housing must be approved through Hershey Entertainment & Resorts’ Human Resources department. Upon approval, an application* must be submitted to IHouse to secure your spot. Email Housing@HersheyPA.com prior to completing the online application. A Human Resources representative will be in contact with you regarding next steps in the application process. Upon completion of the housing application, you will receive additional paperwork from IHouse to complete including your lease along with a rules & regulation form.
*Please note that the application fee will be waived.Housing Expenses
You can expect to pay $400 a month for housing. In addition, a $400 refundable security deposit is due upon arrival. For your convenience, all rent is payroll deducted from your bi-weekly paycheck. Your security deposit may be paid directly to International House.
Transportation & Parking
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts employees living at IHouse are responsible for their own transportation. For employees with a personal vehicle, there are several options, both at covered and uncovered parking garages and/or lots surrounding the IHouse. Monthly rates range from $95–175 per month. For parking options, email Housing@HersheyPA.com
Public transportation is available through Capital Area Transit (CAT). Employees who want to utilize the public transportation system need to ensure bus runs are available at the times needed to accommodate assigned shifts. For more information on CAT’s bus routes, visit www.cattransit.com.