- Location
- Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro Brazil
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Food & Beverage Service
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
About Belmond
Belmond is a distinguished name in luxury travel, curating exceptional hotels, trains, river cruises and safaris in some of the world’s most storied destinations. As an employer, Belmond offers the rare opportunity to contribute to experiences defined by heritage, artistry and deeply personal service, while belonging to a global hospitality house within the LVMH family. The company values intuitive excellence, cultural curiosity and respect for place, encouraging colleagues to become ambassadors of timeless travel. With roles spanning operations, gastronomy, wellness, sales and corporate functions, Belmond fosters careers shaped by craftsmanship, international perspective and the pursuit of unforgettable guest moments.
Copacabana Palace – A Belmond Hotel is seeking a Hospitality Apprentice to begin a career in luxury hotel operations, learning LQA service standards, practicing English in an international environment and gaining experience across hotel departments and operating systems. The role offers either an 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule as part of an apprenticeship program.
Qualifications
- Completed secondary education.
- Availability to work either 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Must be in regular standing with military service, where applicable.
- Must be 18 years old at the start of the Apprenticeship Program.
- Intermediate to advanced English is an advantage.
Skills
Education
Completed secondary education.
Workplace
This position is based in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Benefits
Public transportation covering metro, bus and train; meals on site; life insurance; birthday leave; psychological assistance through Integradora; free access to Go Fluent language courses, including English and 48 other languages; free access to Harvard ManageMentor leadership and management development platform in Portuguese; discounts at the hotel’s restaurants, spa and boutique; after 12 months, three complimentary nights at Hotel das Cataratas in Foz do Iguaçu for the apprentice and a companion, including breakfast and 75% off food and beverage.
Culture
Belmond fosters a workplace culture rooted in exceptional hospitality, craftsmanship, and a deep respect for the heritage of its iconic hotels, trains, river cruises, and safari lodges. As an employer, it encourages employees to create memorable, highly personalized experiences while nurturing a collaborative, multicultural environment where service excellence and storytelling are central to everyday work.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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