J-1 Culinary program Courtyard Owatonna

J-1 Culinary Program With Courtyard Owatonna Downtown

Description of the Host Property:
Courtyard Owatonna Downtown offers a charming and welcoming atmosphere with modern amenities in the heart of Owatonna. Guests can enjoy spacious, well-appointed rooms, a relaxing indoor pool, and a convenient business center. The hotel's stylish lobby and on-site Bistro serve delicious meals and cocktails, perfect for unwinding after a busy day. With its central location, it's an ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers seeking comfort and easy access to the local attractions and events.

Description of the Training:
Step into the kitchen of a world-leading luxury hotel/resort and learn from the best chefs in the American hospitality industry at the Courtyard by Marriott. Through this J-1 Hospitality internship or traineeship program, you will rotate to different stations, acquiring the skills and techniques necessary to take the culinary world by storm. 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:

Owatonna, Minnesota, is a charming city known for its rich history, vibrant community, and welcoming atmosphere. Nestled along the scenic Straight River, it offers a blend of small-town warmth and modern amenities. Visitors enjoy its beautiful parks, historical landmarks like the Steele County Historical Society, and attractions such as the National Farmer's Bank. With a thriving arts scene, strong local businesses, and family-friendly events, Owatonna is a hidden gem offering a peaceful and enriching place to live and visit.

$16.00/hour

Department: F&B kitchen

Can you imagine a career path that takes you across the ocean and into the heart of the exciting hospitality scene in the United States? That's the promise of Fast Track by Hosco, powered by ITN & Odyssey, an initiative designed to connect young professionals with J-1 Intern and Trainee Program opportunities in the USA. This unique program is more than training abroad;

it's an exchange adventure that invites international hospitality talent to enrich their lives and careers in the melting pot of the United States. You'll find opportunities with world-class luxury brands in cool destinations. Whether you're a fresh graduate or a seasoned professional seeking to amplify your skills, Fast Track offers internships and trainee ships tailored to different career stages, with opportunities to extend your learning and development.

Owatonna, MN, United States

Internship, Indefinite

Start Date:

July 2026