The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation Student Center for Professional Development

• Director Christina Jeffries

Through the generosity of the The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation, the Student Center for Professional Development provides support for internship programs related to the hospitality industry. It assists HTM students in finding internships and job placement through workshops, focus groups, and continuing conversations with industry leaders. Every HTM student spends two semesters working with the center and also uses center resources at graduation. This experiential learning builds professional competencies, which enhances effectiveness when students enter the workforce. The center serves as a testing ground to determine an individual’s competence before hiring as a permanent employee.