People & Culture - Internship

The Opportunity

We are looking for an enthusiastic & people-focused People & Culture Intern to join our team at Banyan Tree Dubai.

This is an exciting opportunity for students looking to gain hands-on experience in the world of People & Culture within a luxury hospitality environment, develop their understanding of the employee journey & discover what goes into creating an exceptional workplace experience.

Working alongside our experienced People & Culture team, you will gain valuable exposure to talent acquisition, employee engagement, learning & development and day-to-day P&C operations, while contributing to a positive & inclusive workplace culture.

Possible Start Date: February 2027

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the People & Culture team with daily activities, administrative tasks & employee-related initiatives.

• Assist with recruitment activities, including job postings, CV screening, interview coordination & candidate communication.

• Support the onboarding journey for new team members, helping create a warm & welcoming first impression.

• Gain exposure to employee engagement initiatives, recognition programmes, team events & wellbeing activities.

• Assist with organising training sessions, workshops & learning opportunities for team members.

• Help maintain accurate employee records, documentation & P&C systems while ensuring confidentiality.

• Support the preparation of employee communications, presentations, reports & P&C materials.

• Develop an understanding of People & Culture policies, procedures & employee lifecycle processes.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments to support a positive team member experience.

• Participate in training & development opportunities throughout your internship.

What You'll Gain

• Practical experience within a luxury hospitality People & Culture department.

• Exposure to talent acquisition, employee engagement, learning & development and P&C operations.

• Guidance & mentorship from experienced People & Culture professionals.

• Opportunities to develop your communication, organisational, problem-solving & interpersonal skills.

• Experience working in a dynamic, multicultural team.

• A deeper understanding of how People & Culture contributes to employee wellbeing, engagement & exceptional hospitality.

• A valuable foundation for your future career in Human Resources & People & Culture.

Your Journey Starts Here

At Banyan Tree Dubai, we believe that exceptional guest experiences begin with our people. Behind every memorable stay is a team that feels valued, supported & inspired to be their best.

If you're curious about people, passionate about creating meaningful experiences & eager to learn what makes a great workplace, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now & begin your People & Culture journey with Banyan Tree Dubai.

Who We're Looking For

• Currently pursuing a diploma or degree in Human Resources, Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Psychology or a related field.

• A genuine interest in People & Culture, employee experience & the hospitality industry.

• A warm, approachable personality with strong communication & interpersonal skills.

• A positive attitude, willingness to learn & enthusiasm for working in a people-focused environment.

• Good communication skills in English, both written & spoken.

• A team player who enjoys working in a dynamic, multicultural environment.

• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail & the ability to manage multiple tasks.

• A professional approach with an understanding of the importance of discretion & confidentiality.

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel & PowerPoint.

• Creativity, curiosity & a willingness to contribute new ideas to employee engagement initiatives.

• Previous internship or administrative experience is an advantage but not essential.

Why Join Us:

• The opportunity to embark on an exciting career in a company that is taking off!
• Ennismore’s values and fast-growing environment
• The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture
• The opportunity to challenge the norm and work in a rewarding environment, building global brand
• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work