Vatel Bahrain in deal with Hilton for internship programme
MANAMA, 2 days ago
Vatel Bahrain, a leading institution for skill development in tourism and hospitality sector, has announced the launch of an exciting internship programme in collaboration with Hilton Garden Inn Bahrain Bay following the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
This initiative marks a significant milestone in Vatel Bahrain’s ongoing efforts to provide its students with immersive, real-world experiences in the hospitality sector, reinforcing its role as a leading institution in developing skilled professionals for the tourism and hospitality sector.
Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, affirmed that the college is dedicated to fostering strong partnerships across the tourism sector to deliver exceptional training and practical learning opportunities for students in hospitality, tourism, and hotel management.
"We are honoured to strengthen the partnership with Hilton Garden Inn Bahrain Bay, a distinguished brand within the Hilton Hotels Group, to enhance the practical training provided to our learners," remarked
Sheikh Khaled after signing the agreement with Manuela Brode, the General Manager of Hilton Garden Inn Bahrain Bay.
"This collaboration underscores our commitment to equipping our students with exceptional experiences and development opportunities, ensuring they receive world-class training in internationally recognized facilities and are well-prepared to lead and advance Bahrain’s hospitality industry," he stated.
Sheikh Khalid pointed out that the partnership aligned seamlessly with the college’s broader vision to cultivate exceptional graduates who are both highly skilled and innovative, and emphasised that the programme supports Bahrain’s Tourism Strategy 2022-2026 and Vision 2030, which aim to position the kingdom as a global leader in tourism and hospitality education.
Brode, expressed her delight at the collaboration with Vatel Bahrain, highlighting the hotel’s dedication to fostering local Bahraini talent, and stating that it reflected the hotel's commitment to nurturing the next generation of Bahraini hospitality professionals.
"The programme provides students with an invaluable opportunity to immerse themselves in the hospitality industry, gain practical experience, and develop the expertise needed to excel in their careers," she noted.
"And we are confident that these interns will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Bahrain’s hospitality sector," she added.-TradeArabia News Service
