2027 Hilton Management Development Program

Job description

Join Hilton's Management Development Program (MDP) and Kickstart Your Hospitality Career!

Where You'll Be

This role is on-site at one of our hotel properties across the U.S.

What We're About

Ready to fast-track your career in hotel management? Our U.S. Management Development Program (MDP) is your gateway to hands-on experience, leadership training, and a solid career foundation at Hilton. Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an MDP, you’re not just supporting daily hotel operations while gaining hands-on experience – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

What's In It for You?

Paid Training

Starting in August 2027, dive into a full-time, paid training program that sets you up for success with a competitive entry-level management salary.

Career Growth

After the program, you’ll be first in line to apply for open positions across Hilton’s hotel network.

Program Highlights

Duration: 12-month immersive experience in hotel operations, to include rotations through various hotel departments.

Leadership Training

Get exclusive access to leadership programs in partnership with Harvard, alongside self-guided learning via LinkedIn Learning, webinars, and mentorship.

Specialization

After a general hotel rotation, you’ll focus on an area like Food & Beverage, Rooms (Front Office and Housekeeping) or Property Operations. these functions are critical to creating a true understanding of the hotel industry and where we think the best hotel leaders start meaningful careers Here's what you'll do during a typical day: Support daily operations: Perform assigned tasks under the guidance of department leaders while actively learning from team members and gaining hands-on experience Gain cross-functional experience: Support other departments as needed to build broader knowledge of hotel operations Support team collaboration: Assist colleagues and contribute to a positive and productive work environment

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

Relocation Flexibility: Willing and able to move within the U.S.

Work Eligibility

Must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Language

Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Preferred Experience

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Leadership

Experience in community leadership or student organizations.

Customer Service

Two years of experience (e.g., serving, babysitting, front desk, volunteering, coaching).

Tech Skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. What It Takes to Make the Stay At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member: A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability.

And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact