ICEX Internship Programme 2027 – Barceló Hotel Group

About the role

Barceló Hotel Group, in collaboration with ICEX, is recruiting for its General Internship Programme 2026/27. It is a fixed-term internship for aspiring professionals who want hands-on experience in a leading international hotel chain, working across departments and global locations. The exact duties depend on the assigned department and location.

Key responsibilities

• Operational support: front office, food and beverage service, housekeeping management and guest relations
• Finance and administration: financial reporting, budget management, invoicing and general admin tasks
• Human resources: recruitment, employee training, talent development and HR administration
• Project management: departmental projects, research, data analysis and presentations
• International collaboration: working with diverse teams and possibly on projects across international markets

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (Hospitality Management, Tourism, Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources or similar), completed by the start date
• Excellent written and spoken Spanish and English; other languages are highly valued
• Meets all ICEX eligibility criteria for its international internship programmes
• Willingness to relocate nationally or internationally during the internship

Required skills

• Analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Previous hospitality or related experience is a plus

What we offer

• Flexible, collaborative work environment with geographic mobility between countries
• Career plans and market-leading training programmes, including the e-learning platform Barceló Campus
• Exclusive discounts on hotels and travel, health insurance, leisure discounts and special offers with partner companies