About us:
Welcome to Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - South, a modern business hotel in the lively Zuidas district.
With 207 rooms, 7 meeting venues, and buzzing spots like De Japanner Zuid and the Manhattan Lounge-Bar, we offer guests and team members a place to connect, grow, and belong - as part of the global IHG Hotels & Resorts family.
Your day to day:
Assist in planning, organizing, and executing various meetings and events.
Help maintain relationships with clients and following up in current business.
Attend regular team meetings to discuss ongoing and upcoming events, providing updates on current business and any challenges encountered.
Contribute suggestions based on your observations and interactions with clients to enhance event planning processes.
Assist with invoicing and post-event evaluations to ensure client satisfaction.
Collaborate with various departments, including banqueting and front desk to guarantee successful event execution.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in event management.
Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop innovative ideas for events and promotions.
Collaborate with team members to analyze event feedback, helping to identify areas for improvement in service delivery.
Assist in the preparation of meeting agendas and take detailed minutes, ensuring all action items are documented and followed up on in a timely manner.
Ready to land this internship?
The internship is part of your school program
Excellent communication skills in English and preferably also in Dutch. Another language is always a plus.
You have a positive, can-do attitude and enjoy working with people
Good communication and organizational skills
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Opera is a plus
A well-groomed and professional appearance that represents our brand with confidence
At Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - South, we make sure you feel right at home with:
Employee discount for all 6000+ IHG hotels worldwide
Friends & family rates to share with your loved ones
Up to 50% discount in participating hotel bars and restaurants
International career opportunities after graduation
Homemade lunch or dinner during your working hours
Opportunities for personal development, training, and coaching
A CultuurWerkt! account for discounts on theatre, cinema, and more
A ClassPass discount for fitness, wellness, or healthy meals
Discount at Doctor Feelgood, our local massage partner
Access to the hotel's gym facilities (when not in guest use)
An In-House Experience to see the hotel from a guest's perspective
A fun, international team that values teamwork, laughter, and growth
Regular staff events, parties, and departmental outings
At IHG, we believe in giving you the Room to Belong, Grow, and Make a Difference. Through our myWellbeing program, we support your health, lifestyle, and career development - because we know that when you feel your best, you perform your best.