Placement
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 12-month PR & Communications placement at Hilton's EMEA Headquarters in Watford.
- Earn £27,500 per annum with private healthcare and travel perks.
- Gain hands-on experience in PR, ESG/CSR, and Government Affairs, supporting campaigns and content creation.
- Must be a current student seeking a year-in-industry placement, with independent UK work rights.
- Applications close on Sunday 1st November 2026.
About the Role
Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You
As a participant in our 12-month Corporate Placements Programme in the PR & Communications Department, you’ll gain hands-on experience at Hilton's Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Headquarters in Watford.
What You'll Experience:
- Career Preparation: A 12-month structured programme with learning and development opportunities, business support, and project ownership.
- Operational Experience: Full integration into Team Hilton, connecting with professionals and gaining insight into PR & Communications, with opportunities to explore at least one other business area.
- Real-World Projects: Apply your skills on business-driven projects to reinforce learning.
- Training & Support: Access Hilton University’s e-learning modules and business library.
- Personalised Guidance: Benefit from regular feedback and coaching.
- Hilton Perks: Includes the Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program for discounted hotel rates.
- Salary & Benefits: £27,500 gross per annum and private healthcare.
- Location: EMEA Headquarters in Watford, with some flexibility. Benefits include a subsidised restaurant, games area, and free in-house gym.
Placement Opportunity: PR & Communications
Join a talented PR & Communications team to support:
- Internal, external, and corporate affairs activities (PR, ESG/CSR, Government Affairs).
- Coordination of internal and external campaigns (e.g., hotel openings, CSR initiatives, Great Place To Work rankings).
- Drafting content such as executive memos, intranet articles, press releases, Q&As, and spokesperson briefs.
- Press office activity, including managing media enquiries and reputation protection.
- Creation and sharing of campaign performance reports.
- Maintenance of communications calendars and assistance with creative content (video, social media).
- General organisational support and event planning.
What We're Looking For:
- A current bachelor’s or master’s student seeking a required 12-month year in industry placement, with a focus on Communications, PR, or English.
- Availability to start full-time employment on 5th July 2027 for a 12-month placement.
- Independent right to work in the UK for the full duration; this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
- Fluency in English (spoken and written).
- A keen interest in PR & Communications (internal and external) and the travel and hospitality industry.
- Good knowledge of MS PowerPoint and Excel.
- A pro-active, organised, and positive, can-do attitude.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
Selection Process:
- Online assessments.
- In-person or virtual interview.
Applications are now open. Submissions close on Sunday 1st November 2026.
