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INTERNSHIP/EXTERNSHIP & SEASONAL OPPORTUNITIES Food & Beverage: Host, Server, Server Assistant, Food Runner, & Rotational 10* week programRecreation: Lifeguard, Camp Counselor, Group/Teen/Family Programs, Recreation Attendant, Bike Attendant, Pool & Beach Attendant, Naturalist, Kayak Attendant Rooms Division: Front Desk Agent & Rotational 10* week program *Ask About Our Full Time Manager-In-Training Positions Why Participate in KIGR’s Internship Program? You have to ask yourself, what’s in it for me?! Here is what you can expect from Kiawah: Wage All Internships and Externships at Kiawah Island Golf Resort are paid opportunities. Wages are position based and set by the department. For students staying on after graduation, full time positions are available after internship completion and offer Health Insurance after 60 days and 401(k) program. Meals Discounted employee meals are available from select dining outlets throughout the resort during certain hours. Employee meal tickets may be purchased for $3.00 by payroll deduction. Training KIGR has a dedicated Training Department within the Human Resources Team specifically designed to provide our hospitality employees with job, business, and leadership skills. On day one, students participate in our Resort Orientation. Here, new employees gain company overview, core values and expectations while completing their official new hire paperwork; followed by an in-depth history lesson of the resort. During the course of employment, our employees have access to over 25+ training classes on an annual basis, such as Business Budgeting, Diverse Cultures in the Workplace, Kiawah Leadership Classes, Microsoft Office Skills, Supervisor Skills, Serve Safe Courses, etc. In addition, all interns will have meetings throughout their internship with our HR internship team to assist in their career development. Job Shadowing Students participating in the KIGR Internship program are encouraged to set up job shadowing appointments for exposure to other areas within the resort. Departments such as Food & Beverage, Conference Services, Sales & Marketing, Nature Program, Recreation Programming, Front Desk, Tennis and Golf are all available for shadowing. These appointments must be scheduled with the department manager in advance, during the intern’s time off from regular responsibilities. Employee Discounts & Privileges Golf | Play any of our golf courses for $15. Guests (up to three) are $80 per guest at The Ocean Course and $50 at any other course. Tennis | Complimentary court times, plus a 25% discount on clinics and private lessons Spa | Receive a 25% discount on spa services at The Sanctuary (massages, facials, salon services). Dining | Receive a 25% discount at any of our resort restaurants. Recreation | Complimentary nature tours, bike rentals, beach rentals, park activities (disc golf, soccer, basketball, etc.), plus $10 kayak rentals. Retail | Receive 25% off at our resort shops, including Golf, Tennis and Spa shops. Employee Housing As a benefit to seasonal staff, KIGR offers optional employee housing. Due to the resort’s location, the housing options are limited and all are located off-island (approximately 25 miles) and requires residents to have personal transportation in order to get to/from work. All housing is shared - with two (2) residents per bedroom. Details:
Housing is offered on a “first come, first serve” basis and requires a $400 security deposit to be remitted at least 60 days prior to moving in. If job offer is received within the 60-day window, the deposit is required to be provided ASAP to ensure space is reserved. Cost for housing varies based on the apartment complex, size of the unit and number of residents living within the apartment. Payment for housing is made bi-weekly via payroll deduction. Average rate is $350 - $400 per paycheck. Payment includes accommodation, furniture rental and basic utilities. Shared housing residents will be assigned roommates at the Resort’s discretion. Requests honored, if availability allows.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or efforts associated with this position. All offers of employment at Kiawah Island Golf Resort are contingent upon the results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Kiawah Island Golf Resort is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or due to pregnancy.We truly appreciate your interest in Kiawah Island Golf Resort. If you have any questions regarding employment at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, please reach out to [email protected].
