Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Internship Programs
Discover your career track with an internship in Hershey, The Sweetest Place On Earth℠. Choose from 5 internship programs and apply the skills you've developed in the classroom at one of the most recognized entertainment & hospitality destinations in the Northeast, featuring more than 16 premier brands.
NEW! Hersheypark Leadership Development Internship
Join the team at Hersheypark® and claim your spot in our college program
Join the team at Hersheypark, an award-winning amusement park best known for fun, chocolate, and #HersheyparkHappy. The Leadership Development Internship is perfect for college rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors looking for an enhanced summer employment experience where you can live alongside aspiring young professionals and develop your skills in our all-new leadership academy.
Key Benefits
- 13-Week Leadership Development Program
- Work at Hersheypark alongside aspiring young professionals
- Potential to receive internship credit with your college/university
- Housing
- Open to all majors
Hospitality Internships
The Hospitality Internship Program is open 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 internship tracks at 4 Hershey Entertainment & Resorts entities: The Hotel Hershey®, Hershey Lodge℠, Giant Center℠, and Hershey Laundry.
Key Benefits
- Gain valuable supervisory experience from seasoned Hospitality professionals
- Attend a variety of leadership, team building, and professional development opportunities alongside other Hospitality Interns
- Receive internship credit with your college/university
- Off-site housing services available
Culinary Internships
The Culinary Internship Program is open to students enrolled in an accredited culinary institution. This unique internship experience provides opportunities to work alongside seasoned culinary professionals and sharpen technical skills at 5 Hershey Entertainment & Resorts entities: The Hotel Hershey®, Hershey Lodge℠, Hershey Country Club, Houlihan's Restaurant + Bar, and Devon Seafood + Steak.
Key Benefits
- Gain valuable culinary skills working alongside seasoned industry professionals
- Work in a variety of restaurant outlets, including banquet functions
- Receive internship credit with your college/university
- Off-site housing services available
Professional Internships
The Professional Internship Program is open to students looking to gain experience in a corporate environment. Internships are available in a variety of career fields including Accounting/Finance, Communications, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal, Marketing, and Sales.
Key Benefits
- Work alongside professionals in your declared major
- Explore careers outside of your department
- Attend a variety of leadership, team-building and professional development opportunities
- Receive internship credit with your college/university
Hersheypark Career Development Internship
The Hersheypark Career Development Internship program provides work experience, education, and insight into the operations of an award-winning entertainment destination. The program places qualified high school and rising college freshmen in a variety of roles such as Rides, Food & Beverage, Retail, and more. Interns are also invited to participate in career development opportunities including classes, networking events, and more!
Key Benefits
- Perform essential job duties
- Participate in career development opportunities
- Be part of the team that opens the all-new Hershey's Chocolatetown℠
- FREE admission to Hersheypark