Southern Hospitality Internship Program
The Southern Hospitality Internship Program (SHIP) is seeking interns for the Fall of 2025. Internships are also offered in the Spring and Summer of 2026. SHIP represents 30+ businesses who are seeking interns in the Great Smoky Mountains of Sevier County, Tennessee. As the most visited national park and one of the top family travel destinations in the United States, SHIP offers a wide range of exposure to the hospitality and business industry. Areas of interest include management training programs in Hotel, Resort, Attractions, Theme Parks, Food & Beverage, Catering, and Winery Operations/Management, Accounting, Biology, Marine Biology, Wildlife, Human Resources, Marketing, Social Media, Sales, Special Events, and Sports Management. This internship program is ideal for anyone considering a future in these areas.
Benefits
· Paid Internships
· Available Housing
· Networking Activities and Career/Leadership Development Structure
· Free Area Attraction Passes
· Travel
Job Details
· Up to $18 per hour (varies based on role/company)
· Day, Evening, and Weekend shifts (varies based on role/company)
Requirements:
· Must have a high school diploma
· Must be available for a program in the Spring, Summer, and Fall of 2025 or 2026
· Current student or recent graduate (less than 2 years past graduation date)
Qualifications:
· Self-Motivated
· Detail Oriented
· Aptitude for growth and learning in a fast-paced environment
· Positive and upbeat attitude
· Ability to work on projects independently or with a team
· Ability to meet or exceed deadlines and work with others for common team goals
Contact David Faig for more info at dfaig@seviercountytn.org
