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International Work Experience with Marriott Guyana

 

Deadline: September 26

Did you know Seneca students have an opportunity to gain invaluable work experience abroad?

We are excited to announce a unique international work experience opportunity with Marriott Guyana! This is a first-ever international hospitality opportunity in Guyana for students in several programs (please see the full list below).

Enhance your skills, gain global perspectives, and connect with hospitality professionals from around the world!

Learn more about the opportunity below and apply by Sept. 26. 

Benefits

      • Experience a new culture and work environment
      • Develop key hospitality skills, including teamwork, customer service, and cross-cultural communication
      • Opportunity to work with Marriott Hotels, a global leader in hospitality

Opportunity information

      • Location: Georgetown, Guyana
      • Duration: January 2025 - April 2025 (4 months)
      • Positions Available: 6

+Upcoming Information Session

 

Attend the upcoming Information Session to learn more about this incredible opportunity and ask your questions: 

Date: Friday, September 20, 2024

Time: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Register here

 

 

Date: Monday, September 23, 2024

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Register here

 

+Important dates

  • Application Deadline: Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 11:59 PM

+Eligible Seneca Programs

 

  • Optional WIL Programs 
    • GRAD CERTS
          • Global Hospitality Business Development (GBD) (WIL Stream)     
          • Global Hospitality Sustainable Leadership (GHL) (WIL Stream)  
          • Global Hospitality Operations Management (GOM) (WIL Stream)  
    • 2-YEAR DIPLOMAS (students in these following programs taking the internship in Winter 2025 are also eligible to apply)
          • Tourism – Services Management – Global Tourism Business Specialization (GTB) (WIL Stream or Internship)
          • Tourism – Services Management – Travel Services Specialization (TIS) (WIL Stream or Internship)
  • Non-WIL Programs
    • Flight Services – Operations & Cabin Management (FSO) (Field Placement)
    • Hospitality – Hotel & Restaurant Services Management (HTM) (Externship)

    If you are a WIL student and have questions about this experience, please contact your WIL Co-ordinator, Alecia Swaby.

    If you are a student in the FSO or HTM programs (or taking the internship for GTB or TIS), please contact your Program Co-ordinator with any questions.

    +Job Postings

     

    Please review the job postings below:

    When completing your application, please select a role that you would like to start with. During the work term at Marriott Guyana, students will have opportunities to try different roles to gain knowledge and skills in many different aspects.

    +How to Apply

     

    1. Complete "Application for Student Mobility" on Global Learning Abroad portal.
    2. A complete application include:
      • a personal statement
      • a resume 

    Interviews:

    Seneca will contact students to conduct interviews in the week following the application deadline. After this interview, shortlisted students will be nominated to Marriott Guyana for next round screening.

    +What’s Included

     

    • Transportation to and from airport and living accommodation upon arrival and departure in Guyana
    • Shared student living accommodation free of cost
    • Transportation to and from living accommodation and workplace
    • Monthly stipend in Guyanese dollars 
    • Meal for every 8 hours of shift work

    Please note: Students are responsible for flights from Toronto - Guyana.

    +Funding

     

    • Students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for a Seneca grant of up to $3,000 to help offset their travel costs. Eligibility will be determined at the time of application - no additional application is required.

    +Visa Requirements

     

    Students selected for this opportunity will be required to apply for a Visa to travel to Guyana. Required documentation for the visa must be submitted to Marriott Guyana at least two months prior to the start of the work experience.

    The following documents are required for the visa application:

    • Criminal background check
    • Medical evaluation/Fit to Work Medical and possibly proof of any required immunizations
    • A scanned copy of your passport

    Please note: Students will receive instructions from Marriott Guyana team about visa application.

    +Additional Notes

     

    Traveling students must adhere to all jurisdictional guidelines and/or regulations of their host country and host institution. All accepted students are responsible for ensuring they meet the entry and exit requirements of their destination country. This information is subject to change at any time.

    Seneca relies on the Government of Canada’s (GOC) Travel Advice and Advisories and the associated risk level for each destination to assess whether students should engage in an overseas activity. While we make every effort to prepare students for a successful trip overseas, circumstances may arise that are beyond our control.

    Students who accept to participate in a global learning opportunity must accept as a condition of participation the possibility that the program may be cancelled or terminated early due to concerns over the safety and security of students. If cancellation or termination occurs, we will refund any payments you have made and withdraw any disbursed grants. Participants may encounter additional and unexpected financial and academic implications. Seneca will work to mitigate negative implications to the best of its ability. 

    International Students are required to meet with an immigration specialist to ensure their program of study and/or study permit will not be negatively impacted by travelling abroad. This must take place as soon as possible in the application process. Immigration specialists can be reached at theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca