Practicums

Real world experience is a vital component of the Hospitality, Recreation and Resort Management degree at the University of West Florida. In the course of completing 600 hours of work experience/internships, students gain valuable knowledge and professional skills while increasing their marketability through the development of impressive resumes. Click on the links below for information from organizations and companies offering opportunities to HRRM students at the University of West Florida.

You're Going to Disney World!!

During Fall Semester 2004, three HRRM students interned at Walt Disney World in Orlando: Kathy Crawford, Ashli Johnson, and Sheila Roper. In the photos below, Ashli (left) and Sheila are pictured outside their WDW living quarters. Also, Sheila is surrounded by Mickey and Minnie at her graduation from the WDW College Program.

Alexia Madison completed her Field Experience with Goodtime Tours.

Mandy Colwell (left) worked at the front desk at Portofino Resort and Spa.

Michael Tilton (right) was in the middle of the action at Capt’n Fun in Downtown Pensacola.

Lindsey McLane (left) completed her work requirement at the Marriott Courtyard.

Jessica Scott perfected her service skills at the recently opened Bonefish Grill.

Student Field Experience Materials (PDF File)

Student Internship Materials (PDF File)

Examples of Internship Opportunities

ARAMARK, www.campus.aramark.com/Internships/default.htm

Blazing Adventures, Snowmass, CO, www.blazingadventures.com
Contact: P.O. Box 5068, Snowmass Village, CO

Gaylord Hotels, www.gaylordhotels.com

Hilton Head Marriott Beach and Golf Resort,
Contact Lori Stanulevich, Recreation Manager at lori.stanulevich@marriott.com

Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa (Serenity by the Sea),
www.sandestinbeachhilton.com

Kiawah Island Resort, www.kiawahresort.com

Ocean Reef Club, Key Largo, FL
Contact: Mary Franklin, Director of Recreation at mfranklin@oceanreef.com

Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department,
Contact recintrn@co.palm-beach.fl.us

RCRA, www.r-c-r-a.org/Student/AppInternSites.html

Sandestin Resort, www.sandestin.com

Sawgrass Marriott Resort, www.sawgrassmarriott.com

Walt Disney World College Program, www.wdwcollegeprogram.com