The Voyage Global Leadership Development Program

About the Voyage Global Leadership Development Program

Marriott International welcomes recent university graduates to experience the career development adventure of a lifetime and a world of leadership opportunities. The Voyage program propels participants on a mentored, learning‑inspired journey to prepare you for a successful career. Voyage is a full‑time, paid development program. As an associate and trainee, you’ll build upon the skills you developed in school by participating in real‑world assignments.

Available Disciplines

• Accounting
• Banquets
• Culinary
• Event Operations
• Event Planning
• Facilities Management/Engineering
• Food & Beverage Operations
• Front Office/Front Desk
• Information Technology
• Rooms Operations
• Sales

Experience You’ll Gain

• Cultivate customer relationships
• Be a champion for innovation within the organization
• Get exposure to managing projects & people
• Improve processes & pitch new initiatives through your Voyage project
• Take on special projects that will draw upon all your training

Destination: Marriott Leadership

You’ll participate in management meetings and collaborate with Voyage participants worldwide. You’ll be expected to solve challenges, offer ideas and innovative solutions, and provide feedback on your curriculum. After graduation, you’ll be well‑prepared to pursue your passion and take on new challenges, often stepping into a Marriott supervisory or entry‑level management role right away.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent higher‑level education required (Associate’s degree acceptable for Culinary)
• Superior critical‑thinking & interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to foster relationships & work collaboratively
• Ability to self‑manage & be a self‑starter
• A real desire for personal & professional growth
• Work authorization in the country you apply

Those currently enrolled in a college/university with an expected graduation date between December 2025 – August 2026 may also be considered.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, health‑care flexible spending account, dependent‑care flexible spending account
• Life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements
• Paid parental leave, educational assistance, 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan
• Discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, childcare discounts
• Coverage is subject to terms and conditions, including eligibility, enrollment, waiting periods, contribution limits, and other rules

Washington Applicants Only

• MI Properties: Employees accrue 0.01282 PTO balance for every hour worked and are eligible for a minimum of 7 holidays annually.
• SPG Bellevue: Employees accrue 0.03847 hour for every hour worked to be used toward PTO/Vacation/Holiday/Sick.
• SPG Seattle: Employees accrue 0.04359 PTO balance for every hour worked.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people‑first culture. We are committed to non‑discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.