Guest Experience and Hospitality Intern
As a K9 Resorts Intern, your mission is simple:
Delight our guests. Wow our clients. Elevate the experience.
You’ll rotate through key areas of the resort to build a well‑rounded understanding of luxury pet hospitality, including:
Guest Experience & Client Interaction
- Create a warm, welcoming environment for clients and their dogs
- Assist with check‑ins, check‑outs, and reservation coordination
- Support clients by answering questions and guiding them through services
- Help deliver a VIP experience that reflects our luxury brand
Animal Care & Enrichment
- Assist with feeding, medication routines, and one‑on‑one play sessions
- Support daycare operations, ensuring safe and positive group play
- Perform body checks to identify pre‑existing conditions or concerns
- Participate in bathing and grooming‑adjacent tasks
Resort Operations & Cleanliness
- Learn the standards of sanitation, disinfecting, and facility upkeep
- Support both front‑end and back‑end teams in maintaining a pristine environment
- Understand how operational excellence supports a luxury guest experience
This internship blends hospitality, customer service, and hands‑on animal care—ideal for students exploring careers in business, hospitality, communications, animal science, veterinary fields, or service‑based leadership.
What We Value
Our culture is the heartbeat of our resort. Interns who thrive here are:
- We have a positive mindset focused on our actions and attitudes.
- We thrive as a result of teamwork that looks out for one another.
- We provide legendary service consistently, both internally and externally.
- We are accountable, always looking to improve, always open to feedback.
- We will cherish and honor safety for all we touch. We strive for perfection, even in the midst of impossibility, with intense attention to detail.
Qualifications
- Ability to lift at least 20 lbs
- Comfortable working some weekends and holidays
- Strong communication skills and a friendly, professional presence
- Interest in hospitality, customer service, or animal care
- Experience in guest service, customer service, kennel work, grooming, or veterinary settings is a plus—but not required
About K9 Resorts
K9 Resorts is an internationally recognized, multi‑award‑winning luxury pet care brand. Rated the top pet care franchise in the nation by the International Boarding and Pet Care Services Association, we are known for our exceptional standards, premium facilities, and commitment to promoting from within.
As a family‑owned and rapidly growing company, we offer meaningful opportunities for learning, development, and future advancement.
Ready to Start Your Internship?
Apply today—we can’t wait to meet you and help you build real‑world experience in a fast‑growing, luxury hospitality environment.