Sandals and SVG Community College conclude pilot internship programme

Sandals, St Vincent and the Grenadines has concluded a pilot internship programme in collaboration with the St Vincent and the Grenadines Community College (SVGCC) marking another milestone in the resort’s ongoing commitment to empowering Vincentian youth through hands-on experience in the hospitality sector. A release from Sandals SVG said 15 students from the SVGCC’s Department of Technical and Vocational Education took part in the four-week programme, which ran from May, 12 ,to June 6, 2025. The initiative welcomed participants from a range of hospitality disciplines, including Food & Beverage Management; Tourism &Travel Studies; and Culinary Arts and Hospitality Studies.

The internship provided real-world exposure to luxury resort operations, with students actively engaged in various departments across the property under the mentorship of seasoned team leaders.

Learning and Development Manager at Sandals SVG, who facilitated the programme, emphasized its value for both students and the resort.

“Internships like these are critical for bridging the gap between classroom theory and industry practice,” explained Johnson-Campbell. “In addition to helping students refine their skills, it’s also about nurturing a new generation of hospitality professionals. At Sandals, we benefit too, by building a team of talented individuals that reflects the passion, dedication and potential of young Vincentians.”

Among the cohort was 19-year-old Kaleb Charles, the sole male participant and a second-year Food & Beverage Management course. Kaleb described his experience as “thorough and Challenging”, stating that the training has given him an advantage in his desired career path.

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