Elevator Graduate Programme - Europe, Middle East & Africa

Embark on a dynamic 18-month development journey designed to fast-track your path to a General Manager role within 5-8 years of programme completion. This programme includes two 9-month placements in different countries within the EMEA region.

What You'll Do

• Gain hands-on experience across various departments including Operations (Food & Drink, Front Office, Housekeeping, Hotel Support Services), Human Resources, Finance, Procurement, and Commercial departments (Groups, Conference and Events, Marketing, Revenue).
• Apply your skills on real-world projects, completing two major business projects to support your growth.
• Access world-class training through Hilton University’s e-learning modules, business library, group modules, and tailored learning programmes.
• Benefit from personalised guidance and mentoring from a GM-level mentor, a peer buddy, and a VP-level sponsor.

What We're Looking For

• Completion of a bachelor’s or master’s degree by 1st September 2027.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).
• Eligibility to work within the EMEA region.
• Full mobility across the EMEA region and willingness to relocate.
• Aspiration to become a future Hotel General Manager.
• Availability to begin full-time employment on 1st September 2027.

Salary

For placements within the EU, starting salaries range from €21,500 to €40,000. Separate locally determined salaries apply in the Czech Republic, Poland and Sweden. Salaries are fixed for each placement location and are not subject to individual negotiation. If a participant moves to another placement location during the programme, the salary applicable to that location will apply.

Application Process

• Online assessments
• One-way video interview
• Competency-based interview with a Hilton Hotel General Manager
• Virtual Assessment Centre (February 2027)

Key Dates

• Applications close: Sunday 13th December 2026
• Programme start date: 1st September 2027