Insights on Internships from Professor Jones (IOI)

About Insights on Internships from Professor Jones (IOI)

This podcast is designed for students majoring in hospitality and tourism management who have an internship or work experience requirement—including those with an event management or MICE emphasis, as it's known in many parts of the world. Over the years, I've experienced every aspect of the internship process: as a hospitality professional hiring and managing interns, as a faculty member supervising students in the field, and as an academic administrator developing internship-based curriculum. Most recently, I've even worked part-time at the front desk of a local resort hotel. So, I've experienced every aspect of the process. Now, I want to put that experience to work for you. The podcast is organized into three chapters: Foundations explores key concepts to help you prepare for your internship and understand its role in your future career. Note that the episodes are categorized as Before, During and After internship topics to address whatever stage you are at. Real Time shares insights from my own recent front-line experience in the hotel industry—offering practical, on-the-job takeaways. Alumni Voices features conversations with former students who reflect on their internship experiences and how those moments helped shape their career paths. Whether you're just getting started or already on the job, you'll find something useful here to guide and inspire your journey. Key links: LinkedIn Profile and more information: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonesdljContact email: insightsoninternships@gmail.comWhatsAppWeixin: jonesdljsf

Publisher

David Jones

Category

business · business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 Apr 2022

Latest episode

26 May 2026

Latest episodes

47 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   26 May 2026

   [Alumni Voices] Megan Reissig - Director of Event Planning at W Seattle

   Megan Reissig, Director of Event Planning at W Seattle, shares how multiple internships across hotels and destination marketing helped shape her career path in hospitality. From front desk operations to event leadership, Megan reflects on the value of gaining diverse experience, understanding hotel operations end-to-end, and building a people-first mindset in the industry. 📌 Key Takeaways: Megan’s experience shows that exploring different roles through internships helps clarify career directi...

2. 

   5 May 2026

   [Alumni Voices] Nicholas Ong - Manager, Revenue Strategy Field Support (APEC) at Marriott International

   Nicholas Ong, Manager of Revenue Strategy & Field Support (APEC) at Marriott International, shares how his internship journey—from hotel operations to STR data analytics—shaped a career in revenue management. Nicholas reflects on the importance of curiosity, adaptability, and continuous learning, while offering practical insights into how data, pricing strategy, and technology are transforming today’s hospitality industry. 📌 Key Takeaways: Nicholas’s career path highlights that strong int...

3. 

   14 Apr 2026

   [Alumni Voices] Francisco Carrasco - Vice President of Sales at FXAIR

   Francisco Carrasco, Vice President of Sales at FXAIR and proud SF State alumnus, shares how a foundation in hospitality led to success in luxury aviation. From internships at Four Seasons and Ritz-Carlton to leading client relationships in private aviation, Francisco reflects on the lessons that shaped his mindset, leadership, and lifelong commitment to service excellence. 📌 Key Takeaways: Francisco’s journey shows that opportunities open doors, but it is the intern’s initiative a...

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