Join Intern Abroad HQ, the world’s most affordable international internship organization, and invest in your future with a Tourism & Hospitality Internship in South Africa.

Cape Town has been named by both the New York Times and the British Daily Telegraph as “the best place in the world to visit”, so it’s the perfect place to complete a Tourism & Hospitality internship. Gain experience in hotels, restaurants or a range of South African tourism companies to set up your global career!

Internship placements are spread throughout Cape Town’s main city center and surrounding suburbs. Accommodation is based in the Observatory district (known affectionately as “Obs”). The area is best known as a student neighborhood (most of the students in the area attend the University of Cape Town) and there is great access to cafes, restaurants, and supermarkets that are within walking distance of the accommodation. Interns are accommodated in guest houses or at a hostel, all of which are close together, making it easy to connect with others and share social time.

Eligibility requirement

Suitable for participants who are pursuing higher education in a relevant field. For example, an undergraduate degree (or currently enrolled) in Tourism Management, Hotel Management, Hospitality studies, etc. Participants with a background related to online marketing, accounting, sales, management, organization, communication and customer service are also welcome to apply.

Language requirements

This internship is conducted in English.

What's Included

This program ranges from 2-24 weeks. Your fully-hosted experience includes sourcing of your internship placement, personalization of your project plan, airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 support. For a full list of our transparent fees, check out our website.
 
Tourism and Hospitality internship placements in Cape Town are perfect for interns pursuing a career in tourism, hospitality management, online marketing, sales, or any industry that requires excellent customer service. Interns can be placed in a wide range of tourism and hospitality organizations, gaining industry experience in a role that’s customized to suit your own skills and interests.

Placement opportunities include hotels, hostels, tour companies, wine farms, boat/cruise companies, adventure companies and restaurants based in Cape Town. Your exact duties can vary based on the nature of your internship, but they can include:

• Receiving guests, including check-in and checkout
• Providing customer service
• Preparing guide manuals
• Organizing and hosting tours
• Transport booking
• Assisting with marketing and social media activities

Interns seeking experience within a specific field should include details in your application. Requests are accommodated wherever possible, but are subject to availability.

Regardless of your exact role, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a vibrant, international city that is a leader within the exciting and adventurous tourism and hospitality industries. Tourism and Hospitality internships reward friendly, proactive people who are keen to hone their skills in an industry which offers unique opportunities worldwide.
 
Intern Abroad HQ's South Africa programs are available year-round, with the Monday start date of your choice.

Intern Abroad HQ provides the most affordable and top-rated programs. Detailed pricing available for your duration on our website.

We match you with innovative and entrepreneurial host organizations around the world that give you the opportunity to make a real contribution on high-impact projects with the support of travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.

Gain valuable international career experience that will boost your employability in a volatile job market.

Our experiential learning approach provides a structured and guided platform for you to think critically about your experiences on your internship. It accelerates and deepens your learning by asking self-reflective questions around the contexts, actions, and outcomes of your placement.

Academic credit available for all experiences with 45 hours or more through our School of Record with University of Montana that you can apply towards your degree at your home institution.

Flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.

• Select your start date & duration: All Intern Abroad HQ programs are available year-round and you can choose to intern for durations on this program ranging from 2 to 24 weeks.
• Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Deposit.
• Pay your Balance: This is only due 60 days before your program starts.

Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 60 days before you start.