UAE - Voyage Program March 2026 - Food & Baverage

The Voyage Global Leadership Development Program Voyage: Training tomorrow’s leaders today Marriott International welcomes recent university graduates to experience the career development adventure of a lifetime and a world of leadership opportunities. Our global leadership development program, Voyage, propels participants on a mentored, learning-inspired journey to prepare you for a successful career. Voyage is a full-time, paid development program. As an associate and trainee, you’ll build upon the skills you developed in school by participating in real world assignments. Ready to embark? To become a Voyage participant, you must have graduated with a degree from a university or hotel school within the last 2 years ie. on or after March 2025. If you are currently enrolled in a college/university with an expected graduation date within 12 months of the date of application may also be considered. Other qualifications/requirements include: Bachelors or Masters degree required (Associates degree acceptable for Culinary). Your application confirms you meet the above degree requirement. Superior critical-thinking & interpersonal communication skills The ability to foster relationships & work collaboratively The ability to self-manage & be a self-starter A real desire for personal & professional growth Fluency in local language may be required All candidates need to have the right to work in the country to which they are applying for with the exception of the United Arab Emirates (work visa provided) About the journey Voyage is an elite, award-winning program that provides a combination of hands-on, discipline-specific training and a leadership-focused curriculum. The program takes place at a Marriott International managed hotel, not a classroom, and is offered in 50+ countries. Voyage is a leadership development programme, but we do expect you to show you are ready to take on those added responsibilities. Proactivity, open communication and teamwork are all crucial in performing and showcasing you are ready for your next step. When you join Voyage, you gain access to Marriott’s senior leaders and coaches and have many opportunities to stand out. You’ll participate in mini-rotations across the disciplines to learn firsthand how to manage various hotel functions and to connect with current and former Voyage participants through our social collaboration tools. Each individual’s Voyage journey is unique, spanning 12-18 months dependent upon your career interests, passions, goals, and location. You’ll immediately be immersed in our rich culture and portfolio of global brands to learn how Marriott sets the standard of industry excellence. The experience you’ll gain Voyage participants learn by doing! You’ll be fully immersed in the day-to-day operations of a hotel. If accepted into this elite program, you will: Cultivate customer relationships Be a champion for innovation within the organization Get exposure to managing projects & people Improve processes & pitch new initiatives through your Voyage project Take on special projects that will draw upon all your training Destination: Marriott leadership You’ll participate in management meetings and collaborate with Voyage participants worldwide. You’ll be expected to solve challenges, as well as offer ideas and innovative solutions. You will also have an opportunity to provide feedback on your curriculum and have an impact on future Voyage hires’ experiences. After graduation, you’ll be well-prepared to pursue your passion and take on new challenges. Many program graduates are ready to step into a Marriott supervisory or entry-level management role right away, because the program has provided a foundation for future leadership. Application Process Online Application (closes 1 st December) Paradox Video Interview Management Assessment Recruiter Screen Final Interview with hotel Marriott Associates Previous Interns at Marriott, Current Interns, Part Time Associates, Dual students are encouraged to apply provided they meet the above-mentioned criteria. If you are currently a full-time associate at Marriott International, please speak to your HR Team or email [email protected] Want to learn more? Visit Early Careers at Marriott International | Find Job & Career Opportunities At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Bachelors or Masters degree required (Associates degree acceptable for Culinary). Superior critical-thinking & interpersonal communication skills. The ability to foster relationships & work collaboratively. The ability to self-manage & be a self-starter. A real desire for personal & professional growth. Fluency in local language may be required. All candidates need to have the right to work in the country to which they are applying for with the exception of the United Arab Emirates (work visa provided). To become a Voyage participant, you must have graduated with a degree from a university or hotel school within the last 2 years ie. on or after March 2025. If you are currently enrolled with an expected graduation date within 12 months may also be considered.

Participate in hands-on, discipline-specific training and a leadership-focused curriculum. Engage in mini-rotations across hotel disciplines to learn firsthand how to manage various hotel functions. Take on special projects drawing upon training. Cultivate customer relationships, champion innovation, manage projects and people, improve processes, pitch new initiatives, and contribute to curriculum feedback. Attend management meetings and collaborate with Voyage participants worldwide. Work day-to-day in hotel operations and participate in performance reviews and opportunities to apply learnings to real-world challenges.