Are you interested in gaining a fast track to a leadership career in Baltimore’s hospitality and tourism industry? Our Apprenticeship Program may be the perfect fit for you.
This 600-hour paid apprenticeship program provides substantial and holistic experience working across multiple departments within Visit Baltimore and Guinness Open Gate Brewery as well as exposure to other industry partners such as a hotel, attraction, convention, arena or other sports facility (customized pending apprentice interests and experience).
This program offers emerging leaders from underrepresented communities and diverse ethnic backgrounds the opportunity to gain firsthand experience working in destination marketing and the hospitality industry.
Background
Visit Baltimore, the official sales and marketing organization for the City, understands the critical role tourism plays in workforce development and the economic vitality of a community. After all, the travel industry is currently the third largest employer for Baltimore City, supporting 86,000 local jobs, and generating $10 billion dollars in visitor spending during a typical year.
The beauty of travel has always been its ability to expose us to people, places, and experiences different from our own. Visit Baltimore and Guinness Open Gate Brewery are thrilled to offer this program as we create more pathways for underrepresented populations in our respective industries.
Structure
The central terms of the apprenticeship program are as follows:
- 1 apprentice with a focus on ethnic diversity.
- At least 600 hours providing substantial experience working within the Sales and Customer Experience, Marketing and Communications or General Operations departments of Visit Baltimore, with additional exposure to industry partners.
- Paid stipend during the program and transportation support.
- Guaranteed employment at (minimum) a coordinator level upon successful completion of program.
Program Host:
Visit Baltimore
400 E. Pratt Street, 10th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21202
Position Type: Hourly, temporary Apprenticeship. Hourly rate $18-$20 per hour
Benefits Available: Transportation support, paid holidays (12 designated during a calendar year), paid sick leave (accrues 1 hour for every 30 hours worked).
Applicant Criteria
Applicants should meet the following universal eligibility requirements:
- Aged 21+, no DUI history and a resident of Baltimore City (preferred) or Baltimore metro region.
- Interest in the hospitality/travel/tourism sector.
- Likelihood of furthering the program objective of broadening hospitality industry cross section.
- Possessing a strong work ethic, a passion for learning, and abundant curiosity.
Apprentice Requirements
- Commit to 600-hour apprenticeship (not to exceed 6 months unless noted with availability to work at least 25-30 hours per week.)
- Adhere to program policies and procedures of Visit Baltimore, Guinness Open Gate Brewery, and any additional participating industry partners.
- Perform all duties as assigned.
- Complete a post-apprenticeship evaluation.
Note: While performing the duties of the apprenticeship, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk and hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.
Application Instructions
Complete online application.
Submit with your application form:
- Professional resume
- University Transcript or other verification of degree(s) awarded/to-be awarded (if applicable)
- At least two (2) letters of recommendation from an academic or professional reference that support your application
