Hospitality & Investor Experience Intern (Curricular Internship)
Start Your International Career with Mercan Group
At Mercan Group, we help investors and their families from around the world achieve their immigration and investment goals through innovative solutions in immigration, real estate and investment funds.
As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Hospitality & Investor Experience Intern to join our Corporate Hosting & Hospitality team.
This is an excellent opportunity for final-year students or recent graduates in Tourism, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, International Relations or similar fields who are looking to gain practical experience in a fast-paced international environment.
What You Will Be Doing
As part of our Hospitality team, you will play an important role in creating exceptional experiences for international investors visiting Portugal.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the planning and coordination of investor visits and itineraries.
Assisting in welcoming international guests and ensuring an outstanding hospitality experience.
Coordinating accommodation arrangements with hotels and hospitality partners.
Working closely with different departments to guarantee seamless investor journeys.
Supporting airport transfers, appointments, meetings, and hospitality logistics.
Managing investor information and maintaining accurate records in internal systems.
Collecting feedback and contributing to the continuous improvement of the investor experience.
Assisting with reports, presentations, and operational analyses.
What We Are Looking For
Final-year student or recent graduate in Tourism, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, International Relations, Business or related areas.
Excellent command of English (mandatory).
Portuguese proficiency is highly valued.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Customer-oriented mindset with a passion for hospitality and service excellence.
Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Attention to detail and commitment to delivering premium customer experiences.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
Knowledge of CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) is a plus but not required.
Why Join Mercan Group?
· Gain hands-on experience with international investors and VIP guests.
· Work in a multicultural and dynamic environment.
· Learn about hospitality, tourism, customer experience, operations, and international business.
· Develop professional skills through mentoring and on-the-job training.
· Build valuable industry experience that will enhance your future career opportunities.
· Collaborate with experienced professionals in one of Portugal's most dynamic international business groups.
· Opportunity to grow and potentially integrate future opportunities within the organization.
Location
Portugal - Lisbon
Internship Type
Curricular Internship
Languages
English (Required) | Portuguese (Preferred)
Join Us
If you are passionate about hospitality, enjoy working with people from different cultures, and want to start your career in an international environment where every day is different, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and begin your professional journey with Mercan Group.
- Department
- Corporate Hosting & Hospitality
- Locations
- Lisbon, Portugal
About Mercan Properties
The Mercan Properties Group is responsible for developing real estate projects in the tourism sector in Portugal and currently has 31 projects across the country. The Mercan Group has a presence, in addition to Portugal, in Canada, China, India, the United Arab Emirates, United States of America and Greece. The operation in Portugal began in 2015, focusing on the development of real estate projects related to tourism.