Summer 2026 Hospitality Tourism Internship - Dollywood's Splash Country - Seasonal bei Dollywood Company

At Dollywood Parks & Resorts, we create memories worth repeating. We do this every day across all properties, all located in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. Ask anyone who has visited Dollywood Parks & Resorts, and they will tell you this place is different. It’s not a difference that you can touch or see - it’s a difference you can feel. We are seeking candidates who will embody the heart and soul of our mission of creating memories worth repeating while bringing families closer together. This person also brings a spirit of fun, authenticity, collaboration, creativity, and genuine hospitality to the lives of our guests.

We want to work alongside someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. This individual is driven to create meaningful experiences for our hosts, guests, and community while ensuring the success and profitability of our unique offerings. They also bring fun, authenticity, collaboration, creativity, and genuine hospitality to their life and work. We seek an individual who can bring the vision of the resorts to life. The right Hospitality/Tourism Intern checklist will include equal parts curious learner, innovator, administrator, detail driver, mentor, and motivator.

The Hospitality/Tourism Intern is responsible for working with Dollywood’s Splash Country Management team in the day-to-day operations of all aspects of operation, including the following: Guest Services, Revenue, and Attractions.

Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able to display and live out Lead with Love qualities, strongly rooted in the Dollywood Company culture, by being patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, dedicated, and accountable.

Summary of Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Perform Front Line duties, including, but not limited to: Culinary, Merchandise, Hospitality, TimeSaver H2O, Admissions, Photos, House & Grounds Host, etc., and PIC (Person In Charge) for assigned team(s) following management approval
• Participate in Safety, Management, and Team Lead meetings
• Schedule and attend mentor meetings with assigned management team member, learning about labor and revenue budgets, host surveys, performance review procedures, scheduling, and timekeeping procedures
• Assist with creating and implementing improvements in guest excellence, profit contribution, and job satisfaction
• Actively participate in all professional development for interns and guest speaker opportunities
• Assist with team projects, including surveys, appreciation events, and company parties
• Assist the Management team with various tasks
• Complete one project benefiting the focus area as determined by Management

Management reserves the right to change and/or add to these duties at any time.

Education and Experience Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college degree program in a related field
• Must have basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Valid driver’s license and proof of personal liability insurance according to state law
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to make a friendly impression when speaking to or corresponding with guests, vendors, and other employees
• Must reflect Dollywood’s image by being genuinely friendly and caring, and by taking pride in work
• Must be self-motivated and disciplined
• Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis
• Must maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information
• Must be committed to continuous improvement
• Must have a professional appearance with good personal hygiene
• Must promote and support a “team” work environment by cooperating and helping co-workers
• Must be productive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Must maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules, including any required overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to act to meet their needs within company guidelines
• Must be able to utilize effective communication, problem solving, conflict management, and interpersonal skills
• Must show appreciation of others
• Able to get along with other employees to work out problems and resolve conflicts
• Able to comprehend instructions and retain information
• Able to perform duties consistent with creating a safe and secure environment for hosts and guests

The Dollywood Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. The Dollywood Company drives a welcoming culture where ideas and decisions from all people support our efforts to be relevant in an ever-changing world.