Internships facilitated
through the University of New Orleans have run successfully for a
number of years. This is an ideal opportunity for students to really
get to know a company. In addition to earning 3 credit hours, many
graduates have been offered full time positions as a result of
completing internships.
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The School of Hotel, Restaurant and
Tourism Administration boasts many outstanding student organizations
on campus. Each organization is unique and satisfies a specific area
of the industry. An industry liaison and/or a parent chapter
represent our student organizations. Faculty strongly recommends
involvement in one or more of the student organizations. Active
participation in these groups offers more than activities; they
offer the chance to become a leader and interact with fellow
classmates. The networking possibilities and experiences gained
through involvement in our organizations is invaluable. Many of the
scholarships offered in our program are not necessarily academically
based, but are involvement based. There is more to success than just
having a degree...Get involved!
Hospitality
Education & Networking Association
The purpose of this organization is
to promote interest in education and networking in the hospitality
industry and to provide interaction with industry leaders. It is
allied to the New Orleans Chapter of the Hospitality Education &
Networking Association. Activities include guest speakers, riverboat
cruises, tours of local hospitality facilities, all functions of the
parent chapter, the annual convention, and a Christmas party.
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companies and organizations that offer these internships and they
cover all aspects of the hotel, restaurant and tourism industry.
Students are expected to meet certain academic selection criteria
before being able to complete the internship.
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Louisiana
Restaurant Association
This organization promotes the
professional development of the membership through lectures,
seminars, guest speakers, community service, and an active
participation in the hospitality industry. Activities include
attending the annual National Restaurant Show in Chicago, the
Louisiana Restaurants Association's parent chapter monthly meetings,
volunteering for various activities in the industry such as food
shows, touring local restaurants and participating in the Culinary
Classic.
Eta Sigma Delta Honor Society
This national honor society's mission is to recognize the work
effort and achievements of outstanding students in the hospitality
field. To be eligible, students must be juniors and ranked in the
top 20th percentile of all HRT majors (approximate 3.0 GPA).
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