How Marcopolo Holidays Internships Turn Students into Industry-Ready Professionals

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What if your internship didn’t just add to your CV—but actually prepared you for the real world?

Our internship programmes at Marcopolo Holidays is designed to give university students meaningful, hands-on experience across both travel operations and technology systems. Whether you come from a tourism background or a IT technical field, the programme allows you to actively contribute to real business processes while learning directly from industry professionals.

Real Intern Experiences at Marcopolo Holidays

Elena – Travel & Tourism Intern (Amity University Dubai)

Elena, a final-year Travel and Tourism student at Amity University Dubai, completed a one-month internship where she was deeply involved in multiple operational areas of the business. During her time at Marcopolo Holidays, she worked on updating holiday packages through the company’s CMS, researched new visa products, and assisted in preparing Schengen visa checklists. She also gained exposure to reviewing PNRs, supporting social media content, participating in ad shoots, and even assisting with sales calls. This wide range of responsibilities helped her strengthen her teamwork, communication, research, and problem-solving skills. She described the work culture as welcoming and supportive, making her experience enjoyable and highly valuable, and she strongly recommends the internship to students looking for practical industry exposure.

Samad - Software Development Intern – Building Real Travel Tech Solutions (American University of Sharaj)

As a summer intern in software development, this student gained hands-on experience in translating real business requirements into functional technical solutions. His work involved building a communication platform designed to help travel agents interact with clients more efficiently, especially during urgent or deadline-driven situations. Throughout the internship, he learned how to navigate the challenges of working between technical and non-technical teams, ensuring that business needs were accurately reflected in code. He worked extensively with CRMs, reviewed technical documentation, handled API requests, and explored data extraction processes. One of the more challenging yet rewarding aspects of his experience was learning to integrate OpenAI tools into workflows. He described the internship as both demanding and enjoyable, highlighting how it significantly contributed to his professional growth and recommending it to future students interested in real-world tech applications.

Alwaleed - Software Engineering Intern – AUS College of Engineering 

Alwaleed joined as part of a software engineering internship programme and was assigned to contribute to the company’s DMC (Destination Management Company) management system. During his internship, he developed a dynamic form that allowed DMC partners to input and complete their profiles efficiently. In addition, he worked on creating a user-friendly dashboard that internal teams could easily interact with, improving usability and workflow within the organization. One of his biggest takeaways was learning how to transform a business idea into a fully functional application, a process that was entirely new to him at the start. With guidance from the Marcopolo Holidays team, he was able to quickly adapt, learn, and deliver meaningful results. He described his experience as highly positive and encourages other students who are willing to put in effort and learn to apply for the programme.

What Students Gain from the Programme

Across all roles, interns at Marcopolo Holidays gain a combination of industry knowledge, technical expertise, and professional skills.

From understanding travel operations like visa processing and holiday planning to working on advanced systems involving APIs and AI tools, the programme ensures that students leave with practical, career-ready experience.

Equally important is the exposure to real workplace environments, where interns learn communication, collaboration, and how different departments come together to deliver seamless travel services.

Helpful Information for Students

Best Time to Apply

Students are encouraged to apply during university breaks or in their final year, as this allows them to fully benefit from the hands-on experience while preparing for their careers.

What to Expect

Interns should expect a fast-paced environment where they are given real responsibilities from the beginning. The programme is designed for active participation, not passive observation.

Tips for Success

Being proactive, asking questions, and showing willingness to learn can significantly enhance the internship experience. Exploring both operational and technical aspects will provide a more complete understanding of the business.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Students should avoid limiting themselves to one area, staying disengaged, or missing opportunities to interact with mentors and teams.

Final Thoughts

The Marcopolo Holidays internship programme stands out as a comprehensive platform for students to gain real-world experience in both travel and technology. By working on actual projects, interacting with professionals, and understanding business operations from the inside, interns are able to build skills that prepare them for long-term career success.

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