Talent Acquisition Intern - 12 months FTC

Talent Acquisition Intern

Marriott International Regional Office, Cape Town

ABOUT MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL

Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of compelling brands across luxury, premium, select, midscale, extended stay, and all-inclusive, with over 10,000 properties in 148 countries and territories, as of June 30, 2026. Marriott franchises, operates, and licenses hotel, residential, timeshare, yacht, outdoor, and other lodging products all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy®, its highly awarded travel platform.

POSITION SUMMARY

Marriott International is seeking a Talent Acquisition Intern to join our Talent Acquisition (TA) Hub based in Cape Town. The TA Hub provides centralised recruitment support to Marriott hotels across the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, delivering recruitment administration and coordination services that help hotels attract and hire great talent.

Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, Cape Town, you will gain hands-on exposure to recruitment operations while supporting a fast-paced regional team with recruitment administration, requisition management, candidate documentation, reference checks, and recruitment system activities.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate recruitment administration activities across multiple hotels and countries, supporting the TA Hub team in delivering a consistent and efficient recruitment process.
• Create and maintain job requisitions within Marriott's Applicant Tracking System (mHUB/Oracle), ensuring information is accurate, complete, and aligned to approved hiring requirements.
• Support recruiters with interview scheduling, candidate communications, and the preparation of recruitment-related documentation.
• Conduct employment reference checks in accordance with company guidelines and document outcomes accurately within candidate records.
• Maintain recruitment records, reports, trackers, and filing systems to ensure data accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.

What You'll Bring

• A recently completed qualification, or current studies, in Human Resources, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• A strong interest in Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, recruitment operations, or hospitality careers.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Confidence working with technology and the ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• A customer-focused approach and commitment to delivering a positive experience for candidates, hotels, and colleagues.
• The legal right to work in South Africa.

Working Arrangement

• This is an office-based internship located at the Marriott International Regional Office in Sea Point, Cape Town. Attendance in the office is required Monday to Friday.
• The role supports Marriott's EMEA Talent Acquisition operations and may involve collaboration with stakeholders across multiple countries and time zones.

Why Join Marriott International?

At Marriott International, we believe in putting people first. Through this internship, you will gain valuable experience within a global hospitality company, develop practical recruitment and HR administration skills, and work alongside experienced Talent Acquisition professionals who support hotels across the EMEA region. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and build a foundation for a successful career in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition.

Our award-winning culture

Marriott International is consistently recognized as an employer of choice globally by FORTUNE magazine, DiversityInc and Great Places to Work Institute, among others.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Visit life.marriott.com to learn more about our workplace culture and career opportunities.

Closing Statement

In joining Marriott International, you join a portfolio of over 30 brands. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.