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The AHA USA Internship Program is an integral part of all diploma programs at AHA Philippines. This program is exclusive to AHA Philippines students. For most of our students, this internship will be their first working experience in the global hospitality industry.

The AHA Philippines's main point of competitive difference is our internationally renowned structured USA internship program. With 20 years of proven training experience, and in partnership with some of the most prestigious hotels and resorts in the United States, AHA provides students with the finest -- and most fun -- practical training program in the world. The fact that AHA works hand-in-hand with our host training properties both in the USA and in our host countries, guarantees that the success of this one-of-a-kind, once-in-a-lifetime experience will NEVER be left to chance!
AHA USA Internship Components
  • Paid Internships in the United States at Premiere Hotel Companies
  • Furnished Housing, Utilities, and Transportation to and from training site and housing
  • SERVLEAD Internship Manual
  • Real "On the Job" Training
  • Training Plans and Competencies
  • Classroom Training on Leadership and Cultural Awareness
  • Passport to Culture Program
  • Community Service Involvement
  • Evaluations
  • AH&LA Certification

Depending on the training site the participant is assigned to, he or she will be eligible for either the Stipend program or the Salaried program. Please note that the program is determined by the training location/partner hotel, and that the participant can only be eligible for one type of program, not both.

Under the Stipend program

A flat stipend fee of US$400 per month for the duration of the program, in addition to the above benefits.

Under the Salaried program

Aside from the above mentioned benefits, a salary between US$8 and US$10.50 per hour depending on the number of hours they work, determined by the training site the participant is under.

AHA Partner Hotels include: Marriott, Hilton, Ritz Carlton, Westin, Starwood, Holiday Inn, Radisson and many premier vacation ownership properties. Please visit our Industry Partners page to view a full list of training locations.
Following is a list of estimated expenses a participant to the AHA USA Paid Internships program may incur (rates in US dollars). The participant is expected to pay for the following:

  • Program Fee $1,200

  • Administrative Fee $300

  • Insurance Fee (as required by US laws) approximately $45 for every month of Internship

  •    (exact amount depending on age of participant)

  • US Visa application $100

  • Roundtrip airfare to Training Site (exact amount depends on travel fees and training location)
 

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