General Information
Description of the Host Property:
Candlewood Suites Minot offers a warm, welcoming retreat in the heart of North Dakota. Designed for comfort and extended stays, it features spacious suites with full kitchens, cozy living areas, and thoughtful amenities. Guests enjoy a peaceful ambiance, modern fitness center, and complimentary laundry facilities. Ideal for business or leisure, it provides easy access to local attractions while ensuring a restful, home-like experience.
Description of the Training:
Create unforgettable guest experiences in the Rooms Division department at a world-leading luxury hotel/resort through a J-1 hospitality internship or traineeship program at Candlewood Suites Minot by IHG. Train in a diverse and multicultural environment, under the guidance and leadership of industry leaders in the guest services field as you rotate in different roles in the department. This rotational program is designed to give you exposure to the international hospitality industry and give you the experience needed to excel in your career when you return to your home country.
ITN & ODYSSEY All-Inclusive Program:
Unlike most J-1 Program providers, a regional ITN representative will guide you through a streamlined registration process, thanks to ITN and ODYSSEY’s all-inclusive approach. ITN and ODYSSEY will be on hand to provide you with the very best personalized service from the time that you arrive in the United States until your departure from the United States upon completion of your program.
Description of the Location:
Minot, North Dakota, is a hidden gem nestled in the vast prairie landscape, where big skies meet small-town charm. Known as the “Magic City,” it offers a blend of rich Scandinavian heritage, warm-hearted community spirit, and serene natural beauty. From the rolling hills of the Souris River Valley to vibrant festivals like Norsk Høstfest, Minot feels like a quiet melody—peaceful, welcoming, and deeply rooted. It’s a place where simplicity shines and every season tells its own story.
Accommodation is provided by the host company at an additional cost.
Start Date: June, 2025
