At Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando, our team members get to make a difference and have fun every day. Our world-class team brings to life the incredible, award-winning hotels located at Universal Orlando Resort.

Named one of Central Florida’s Top Workplaces and one of America’s Best-in-State Employers by Forbes, we are committed to our “power of we” culture.

Are you looking for a place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day and be able to connect, engage and delight?

• We offer excellent benefits and perks including one free meal per shift and free theme park access.
• We have a dynamic culture that makes every day interesting, challenging, fulfilling and fun.
• We embrace diversity at our core and offer the opportunity for all team members to reach their potential.
• We invest in training and development opportunities for all team members.
• We promote social responsibility by being a good neighbor in the community.
• We care for you, just as we care for others.

Who We Are: Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.

Growth and belonging start here; you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

Culinary Internship Program:

Culinary Interns at Loews Hotels & Co will be immersed in our culinary culture and learn how we have perfected the art and science of creating enriching culinary experiences. From the perfect pool-side meal featuring local flavors to hundreds of picture-perfect plates for a special event, our chefs play a critical role in delivering memorable hospitality every single day.

Culinary Internships are available at the following properties during select semesters in 2026/2027: Miami Beach, Kansas City, Coronado Bay (San Diego) and multiple Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando including Loews Royal Pacific, Loews Sapphire Falls, Loews Hard Rock Hotels, Loews Portofino Bay.

Competitive internship pay rate offered. Please discuss location specific details with a member of our Talent Acquisition team during your campus career fair or interviews.

What Will You Learn?
 

The Loews Hotels & Co Culinary internship has 4 enriching components:

• Learning Plan
• Mentoring by a Loews Leader(s)
• Reflections
• Value-Added Experiences.

Experience working with:

• Multiple Restaurants, specialty outlets, and managing culinary operations
• Garde Manger
• Banquets
• Pastry
• Stewarding

Learning plans include:

• Culinary techniques including sauté, bake, fry, grill, braise, poach, steam, sous vide, roast, and more customized to experience level
• Food preparation and presentation
• Enhanced knife speed and skills  
• Opening and closing procedures
• Equipment knowledge
• Food safety
• Operating standards
• Tasting presentations
• Local flavor partner and more
• Value-added internship experiences include immersion into our culture by experiencing our organizational programs focused on Team Member Engagement, DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion), and Learning & Development.

Mentors will provide:

• Helpful professional feedback and support during your experience
• Exposure to culinary leadership tasks
• Interns will be responsible for completing their weekly reflections in order to capture their learning and maximize the mentoring experience

What You Bring

• Students must be currently enrolled in an accredited, US-based college or university, and be in good academic standing, in order to apply for an internship.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and eagerness to learn
• Desire and ability to work with others collaboratively
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written
• Effective organizational skills with a focus on the details, quality, and consistency
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include some weekends and holidays

NOTE: If your campus has specific internship requirements (semester dates, projects, hours/week, etc.) please let our Talent Acquisition representative know at the time of our campus visit and/or interview. Open communication about your campus requirements as well as your career goals will help us ensure an enriching and educational internship experience.