PSINHO450 - Internship: Hospitality Industry

Internships

Semester Credits: 3

Contact Hours: 120

Prerequisites: A2 level of Italian language. Cover letter, CV, and material pertinent to the chosen area, interview

Description: 3 semester credits. Students of the hospitality internship course will be introduced to hospitality management and operations through internships in hotels, restaurants, and wine bars in Florence, under the guidance of experienced professionals. Students will also have the opportunity to develop an understanding of the activities, functions, and organization of a hotel/restaurant/enoteca, and will acquire valuable experience in the areas of management procedures and client relations in the hospitality industry. Hotel and hospitality marketing may be included within the tasks which are assigned to the students. This placement may require shifts that take place on the weekend and holidays. This internship course aims to prepare students for the professional world and features an unsalaried internship scheduled individually for a minimum of ten hours per week. Students generally serve as part-time interns from Monday through Friday, although some internships may require weekend hours. The internship enhances students’ knowledge through field experience held in a professional environment overseen by a supervisor, who regularly monitors the internship progress and the guides the student’s preparation of a final analytical report and portfolio. Placements will vary depending on the student’s language and professional skills. Additional materials/Dress code: Business casual attire for dress code, please note that dress code requirements may vary depending on placement. Prerequisites: A2 level of Italian language. Cover letter, CV, and material pertinent to the chosen area, interview.