Paid & Rotational F&B J-1 Internship

Description of the Host Property:
Anticipate enrichment at the newly restyled Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Set in the vibrant downtown district, our hotel occupies a historic building, reflecting the charm and history of Kansas City, MO. When you're ready to venture out, walk to many of the area's prominent destinations, including the Kansas City Power & Light District, Kansas City Music Hall and T-Mobile Center.

Description of the Training:
Experience the Food and Beverage Department in a luxury resort environment through a J-1 Internship at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. During the internship, you will experience most areas of the food and beverage department through rotations in the different outlets on property.

The program is designed to give you the experience needed to excel in the hospitality industry when you return home.
ITN & ODYSSEY All-Inclusive Program:
Unlike most J-1 Program providers, a regional ITN representative will guide you through a streamlined registration process, thanks to ITN and ODYSSEY’s all-inclusive approach. ITN and ODYSSEY will be on hand to provide you with the very best personalized service from the time that you arrive in the United States until your departure from the United States upon completion of your program.

Description of the Location:
Known for jazz, barbecue, and fountains, Kansas City is a creative community that prides itself on good times and friendly, fun-loving people. The city’s cool, cultural vibe is inspired by a thriving arts scene, one-of-a-kind museums and fantastic shopping. With over 200 fountains it has earned the nickname, "City of Fountains," and claims to have the second most in the world, just behind Rome.

• Conversational English required.
• Must be a current student of a Hospitality or Tourism post-secondary academic institution.
• Or recent graduate (less than 12 months ago) of a Hospitality or Tourism post-secondary academic institution.
• Or a graduate of a Hospitality or Tourism post-secondary academic institution (more than 12 months ag,) with 12 months of verifiable related work experience.

• Or must have 5 years of verifiable related work experience.