Ski Resort Internship Program

Industry              Hotels/Resorts and Retail

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Location             Colorado Ski Resorts

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HR Service         Talent Acquisition and Comp Incentive Program

Business Challenge

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Hiring qualified hospitality, customer focused employees in the Colorado Ski Resort locations for the summer and winter seasons and retaining these staff members for the entire season.​

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Actions

• Reviewed Seasonal Intern Profiles with line and senior management

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• Contacted National University Hospitality Programs

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• Surveyed ski resort employees and researched recognition/incentive programs

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• Collaborated with Senior Management for input and approval for a Seasonal Incentive Program

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Results/Outcomes

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• Established and managed a Summer and Winter Intern Program

• Traveled to and recruited the top tier Hospitality Interns from National University Hospitality Programs.

• Developed and implemented a Seasonal Incentive Program that increased retention and reduced season turnover by 65%.