Food & Beverage Intern (Poconos Mountain, PA)

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions delivers a beyond-expectations waterpark resort and conference experience all under one roof. The authentically African-themed resort is home to America’s largest indoor waterparks and features well-appointed guest rooms, full-service Spa Kalahari, a fun-filled family entertainment center, on-site signature restaurants, unique retail shops and a state-of-the-art convention center.   

We are inviting you to apply for our open Advanced Hospitality Internship – Summer 2025. This track offers on-the-job training, exciting guest interaction, mentoring relationships with regular coaching, and an opportunity to connect and build life-long relationships with hospitality leaders and peers.   

There are a select number of spots available in this program at each of our four resorts: Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin; Sandusky, Ohio; Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania; and Round Rock, Texas). By applying here, you may be considered at any of the resorts, according to your preference.  

This internship is front-line work, mixed with learning various supervisory roles. This experience does not rotate between different areas, but you may be asked to help in other areas as business volumes vary.  

One or more of these criteria must apply, to be eligible:  

• Have significant experience in the hospitality industry
• Have completed the Hospitality Introduction Internship
• Have previously been a Kalahari Resorts Associate
• Be ready to graduate in 2025 or 2026.

We view this experience as a chance for you to showcase your talents and to make a positive difference. Successful interns will be strongly considered to remain with the company after completion of the internship (or graduation, as applicable).  

Salary: $18/hour  

FOOD & BEVERAGE  

All Kalahari properties have multiple food & beverage concepts, including a coffee and scratch-pastry shop, sit-down restaurants, beverage operations, and a full-service convention center. As a Food & Beverage Intern, you will gain the unforgettable experience of being part of our front-of-the-house teams in one of these areas. 

Company Mission   

We promise to deliver products and services beyond expectations.   

Recruiting Vision   

We understand that the individual is the most important element in the recruitment process. In mirroring the spirit of the brand, we promise authenticity, curiosity, honesty, timeliness, and follow-through. Whether a current opening exists or not, relationship building is critical to the success of our company.   

A Sampling of Our Benefits   

Our team enjoys a comprehensive and attractive benefits plan:   

• Promotion from within
• Mental, Financial, Physical, Work/Life and Career wellness initiatives
• Educational opportunities
• Full and varied benefit package available for full-time associates
• 401(k) with company match
• Appreciation days, parties, and retention programs
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Discounts and resort perks

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions frequently receives awards and accolades for taking care of its associates and our guests. Recognition includes Forbes America’s Best Midsize Employers, Condé Nast Traveler’s #1 World’s Coolest Indoor Waterparks, Best Family-Friendly Meeting Hotel and Resort in Smart Meeting’s Smart Stars Awards, Parents’ Magazine Kids’ Travel Award Winner and TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards.   
   

Current locations include Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin (2000), Sandusky, Ohio (2005), Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania (2015), Round Rock, Texas (2020), and Spotsylvania County, Virginia (2026).   

   
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an equal opportunity employer.