The Voyage Global Leadership Development Program

Voyage: Training tomorrow’s leaders today

Marriott International welcomes recent university graduates to experience the career development adventure of a lifetime and a world of leadership opportunities. Our global leadership development program, Voyage, 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. Ready to embark?

To become a Voyage participant, you must have graduated with a degree from a university or hotel school within the last 2 years, i.e. on or after March 2025.

If you are currently enrolled in a college or university with an expected graduation date within 12 months of the date of application, you may also be considered.

Other qualifications and requirements include:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree required (Associate's degree acceptable for Culinary)
• Your application confirms you meet the above degree requirement
• Superior critical-thinking and interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to foster relationships and work collaboratively
• The ability to self-manage and be a self-starter
• A real desire for personal and professional growth
• Fluency in the local language may be required
• All candidates need to have the right to work in the country to which they are applying, with the exception of the United Arab Emirates (work visa provided)

About the journey

Voyage is an elite, award-winning program that provides a combination of hands-on, discipline-specific training and a leadership-focused curriculum. The program takes place at a Marriott International managed hotel, not a classroom, and is offered in 50+ countries.

Voyage is a leadership development program, but we do expect you to show you are ready to take on those added responsibilities. Proactivity, open communication, and teamwork are all crucial in performing and showcasing you are ready for your next step.

When you join Voyage, you gain access to Marriott’s senior leaders and coaches and have many opportunities to stand out. You’ll participate in mini-rotations across the disciplines to learn firsthand how to manage various hotel functions and to connect with current and former Voyage participants through our social collaboration tools.

Each individual’s Voyage journey is unique, spanning 12 to 18 months dependent upon your career interests, passions, goals, and location. You’ll immediately be immersed in our rich culture and portfolio of global brands to learn how Marriott sets the standard of industry excellence.

The experience you’ll gain

Voyage participants learn by doing! You’ll be fully immersed in the day-to-day operations of a hotel.

If accepted into this elite program, you will:

• Cultivate customer relationships
• Be a champion for innovation within the organization
• Get exposure to managing projects and people
• Improve processes and 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, as well as offer ideas and innovative solutions.

You will also have an opportunity to provide feedback on your curriculum and have an impact on future Voyage hires’ experiences.

After graduation, you’ll be well-prepared to pursue your passion and take on new challenges. Many program graduates are ready to step into a Marriott supervisory or entry-level management role right away because the program has provided a foundation for future leadership.

Application process

• Online application (closes 1st December)
• Paradox video interview
• Management assessment
• Recruiter screen
• Final interview with hotel

Marriott associates, previous interns at Marriott, current interns, part-time associates, and dual students are encouraged to apply provided they meet the above-mentioned criteria.

If you are currently a full-time associate at Marriott International, please speak to your HR team.

Want to learn more?

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.

Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels, and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.