College of Business

Sustainable Hospitality & Tourism Management

Special Events Management Team (SEMT) Internship program

Hospitality students at the PBC lobby

Pebble Beach Resort's Vince Tautu with SEMT program participants

 

Interested in being part of the Special Events Management Team Internship Program? Applications for the Fall 2025 team open February 11, 2025.

This internship offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills while managing a hospitality team at The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. As a Hospitality Manager for the Pebble Beach Special Event Management Team (SEMT), students work directly with Pebble Beach representatives to manage, plan, coordinate, and oversee hospitality areas.

No prerequisites to participate. Interviews will be conducted by the SHM Executive Director and the Pebble Beach Company SEMT Committee. Enrollment in BUS 498 for the Fall 2025 is a requirement for this internship opportunity. While preference is given to SHTM majors, students from all majors are welcome to apply.

For additional information or inquiries, please reach out to Dr. Paige Viren.

2025 Application Timeline and Mandatory Training Schedule

Date  Item
February 11 12 - 1 PM Information Session - CSUMB Otter Student Union Rm 210
March 6 11:59 PM

Applications due Thursday, March 6, 2025, by 11:59 PM

APPLY HERE

March 14 8 AM - 6 PM

Interviews - CSUMB BIT Building #506 Rm 108

March 19 5 PM Team Selection Announcement via Email
May 2 1 - 5 PM Orientation - CSUMB BIT Building #506 Rm 111
May 19-20 8 AM - 5:30 PM Training Days 1 & 2 – Pebble Beach
June 17 10 AM - 12 PM Training Day 3 – Virtual via Zoom
July 17 10 AM - 12 PM Training Day 4 – Virtual Via Zoom
Aug 11 8 AM - 4 PM Training Day 5 - Pebble Beach
Aug 15 2 PM - 8 PM Event Setup / Staff Meeting - Pebble Beach
Aug 16 TBA Event Setup - Pebble Beach
Aug 17 TBA Event Day / Breakdown
Sep 26 7 PM SEMT Debrief / Final Celebration

The Event: Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

Since 1950, Pebble Beach has been host to the finest exhibition of show cars in the world. The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance - held on August 17th at the Fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links - is an annual gathering of rare and antique automobiles and international motorcar enthusiasts. Originally a small social event paired with a road race through the pine and cypress forests of Pebble Beach, this event has grown into the top-ranking collector car competition in the world.

We are looking for some of CSUMB’s most responsible, enthusiastic, and professional students to join the Special Event Management Team.

Hospitality Manager Responsibilities

Hospitality students at the Beach restaurant in PBC

 

Kiana Krentz at PBC

 

  • Responsible for management and oversight of corporate clients.
  • Hosting VIP Guests in Corporate Hospitalities called Hospitality Patios.
  • Responsible for breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, and bar/beverage service coordination.
  • Interact with clients, servers, bartenders, and culinary individuals to ensure a flawless guest experience.
  • Manage Pebble Beach staff and temporary employees.

Experiential Learning

The Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Hospitality Management emphasizes experiential learning, requiring all students to complete an internship. These opportunities are crafted to enhance practical skills, apply theoretical knowledge, and offer firsthand experience in the hospitality and tourism industries. 

Internships play a pivotal role in translating academic knowledge into practical skills, fostering professional networks, and boosting confidence. They significantly contribute to building strong resumes, gaining industry insights, and improving overall employability, serving as valuable references for future careers.

Read about the 2023 SEMT Internship Program to learn more from past participants.

Students at PBC

Hospitality students at Pebble Beach

 

Pebble Beach Company Logo