A Survey of Lodging Executives' Views on Internship Programs and Cooperatives
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2003
Abstract
This study reports on lodging executives' views and expectations regarding student internship programs. Research results indicate that students should: (1) pursue internships during all years of study and in multiple departmental areas, (2) study under mentors for up to four hours a week, and (3) have equivalent to one year of line-level experience upon internship completion. Findings project a rise in future support and commitment from lodging properties. However, lodging executives' expectations regarding internship work hours and tenure still exceeds academic program designs currently being offered. Thus, implications of this study include hospitality educators and lodging professionals collaboratively developing effective internship program designs.
Publication
Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Education
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Volume
15
Issue
2
Pages
24-29
Department
College of Business and Management
Recommended Citation
Kay, C., & DeVeau, L. T. (2003). A survey of lodging executives' views on internship programs and cooperatives. Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Education, 15(2), 24–29. https://doi.org/10.1080/10963758.2003.10696765
