Job Ref: INT25330
Branch: Courtyard by Marriott, Ghent
Location: Courtyard by Marriott, Ghent
Salary/Benefits: Full-time paid sales internship (€750/month) with coaching, Marriott training/tools, networking and a people-first culture.
Contract type: Internship
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 38
Posted date: 02/06/2026
Closing date: 02/01/2028
Courtyard by Marriott Ghent opened its doors in October 2025 and welcomes guests in a green, vibrant and easily accessible part of the city. With 174 stylish rooms and its location at the heart of a dynamic hospitality hub, featuring Holiday Inn Express, Residence Inn, a modern event center and the authentic Tuscan Arno Ristorante, Courtyard offers a stimulating environment to start your commercial journey.
As a Sales Trainee, you become part of the team responsible for driving business opportunities, building relationships and showcasing our brand to partners across various segments.
During your internship, you will gain hands-on experience in the commercial world behind an international hotel. You will support the Sales team in building corporate relations, identifying new opportunities and ensuring Courtyard remains highly visible to companies, event planners and travel partners.
You’ll receive real responsibilities, close coaching and plenty of room to learn and grow. Plus, you will receive an internship allowance of €750 per month.
- You support the Sales team with daily tasks, proposals, contracts, and follow-ups.
- You assist in identifying new business opportunities and conduct market analyses.
- You work with CRM tools and reporting systems that teach you how sales really works.
- You help create presentations, sales materials, and event documents.
- You collaborate with other hotel departments to ensure an excellent experience for guests and clients.
- You keep an eye on the competition and share interesting trends with the team.
In short: you gain a unique, all-round insight into the workings of a commercial hotel department.
- You are curious, energetic, and ready to take your first steps into the hospitality or business world.
- You are studying Hotel Management, Business Administration, Communication, Tourism, Marketing, or a related field.
- You speak English fluently.
- You are digitally savvy (Microsoft Office; CRM experience is a plus).
- You communicate easily and enjoy working with people.
- You work in an organized way and have a keen eye for detail.
- You are proactive and love taking initiative.
- You thrive in a dynamic, international environment.
- You have a passion for hospitality, sales, and creating memorable experiences.
- An internship within a leading international hospitality brand
- Intensive guidance from experienced Sales professionals
- Access to Marriott International training and tools
- A warm, people-first culture where you truly matter
- The opportunity to build a valuable professional network
- €750 internship compensation per month
Are you ready for an internship that gives you a unique inside look at the world of hotel sales?
Click Apply, we look forward to welcoming you to the Sales team of Courtyard by Marriott Ghent
Courtyard By Marriott Ghent invites travelers to visit this vibrant and authentic Belgian city. Conveniently situated in this gateway location with convenient access to the tech lane, business parks and multiple transport links. Courtyard by Marriott Ghent features 174 meticulously designed rooms, each offering all the modern amenities a twenty first century traveler could need. You can also enjoy authentic Belgian cuisine with colleagues, family or friends in Brasserie Stroom as well as sampling a wide range of Belgian craft beers. If you are feeling active you could work out in our on site fitness centre fully equipped with all the latest equipment and then the following morning enjoy the famous Courtyard by Marriott buffet breakfast in Stroom. If you're planning a business meeting, the Boardroom provides a bright and spacious meeting room with contemporary decor , up-to-date audiovisual technology and a flexible break out area
