Engineering Intern

Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate’s portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition.  Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry’s most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.

The New Yorker Hotel continues to thrive, attracting visitors from all over the world, including those right here in NYC. With the Jacob Javits Covention Center and Hudson Yards just minutes away, and the revitalized West Side of Manhattan becoming increasingly desirable, we’re confident that our hotel will enjoy continued success well into the future. And we invite you to experience it with us!

Working as an Engineering Intern at a Highgate hotel in New York offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in one of the most dynamic and fast-paced hospitality markets in the world. New York hotels operate at high occupancy levels year-round, requiring strong operational excellence, quick problem-solving, and a commitment to exceptional guest experiences. In this role, you will be exposed to the complexities of managing engineering operations in a large, full-service hotel environment.

• →Assist with preventive maintenance programs including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
• →Support daily engineering work orders and guest service requests
• →Participate in routine property inspections and safety compliance checks
• →Assist in monitoring energy usage and sustainability initiatives
• →Support capital projects, vendor coordination, and equipment upgrades
• →Maintain accurate logs, reports, and maintenance records
• →Collaborate with Housekeeping, Front Office, and F&B teams to ensure smooth operations
• →Follow all safety procedures, brand standards, and emergency protocols

• Presently enrolled in a vocational training program, associate, or bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or a related discipline), or Hospitality/Facilities Management.
• Graduating senior or aspiring juniors are preferred
• Strong interest in hotel engineering, facilities management, or operations
• Basic understanding of building systems or maintenance processes preferred
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Effective communication skills and willingness to learn in a fast-paced setting