5 Reasons to Work in Hershey, PA This Fall
From the shrieks of laughter (and terror!) at Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights and the return of Hershey Bears hockey season at GIANT Center to fall-inspired dining experiences and spa treatments, fall is the perfect season to secure your new part-time job or full-time career in our sweet, memorable destination. Read on to explore the top five reasons to join the Hershey Entertainment & Resorts (HE&R) team in Hershey The Sweetest Place On Earth.
1. The Atmosphere
While our official resorts certainly shine as the seasons change and the buildings are flanked with brilliant fall foliage, Hersheypark truly transforms into a different experience in the fall. “Dark Nights is unlike any other time of the year at Hersheypark,” explains Emily Osborne, Manager of Seasonal Attractions at Hersheypark. “With the cooler weather and the theatrics that go into creating our scare zones and haunted houses, everything comes together to create a cool atmosphere.”
Hersheypark Halloween 2024 has more dates than ever, running for eight weekends from Sept. 13 through Nov. 3, 2024, and the team at the Hersheypark Entertainment Complex is hiring for positions throughout the Park, including the following departments:
2. Seasonal Offerings and Experiences
From savory items to chocolatey creations, Hershey, Pa., is known for its unique culinary offerings. The flavors of fall allow the culinary teams across our destination to serve creative dishes for every appetite. Executive Chef Rick Larson of The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio cites Dark Nights food offerings and spooky treats and drinks at Spirit’s Rooftop Bar as opportunities for his team to get creative, “We have so much fun menu planning, testing and seeing everyone enjoy the food. It is so different and allows us to go a 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘣𝘪𝘵 crazy.”
“There is a whole culinary community here in Hershey - from the GIANT Center to The Chocolatier at Hersheypark, to the restaurants at The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge," explains Chef Mario Oliverio, Executive Sous Chef at The Hotel Hershey. "It’s a place where I was able to grow and learn over 11 years - a place where you can grow under great leadership with an absolutely amazing culture.”
Our signature spas, The Spa At The Hotel Hershey and MeltSpa by Hershey, offer incredible fall-inspired seasonal treatments, including pumpkin latte or pumpkin spice pedicures! “I love giving pedicures,” shares MeltSpa Nail Technician Gabby. “It's nice to take care of people and know that I am helping them relax and provide a service for them during a time when they may be experiencing stress.”
3. Opportunities for Internships & Kickstarting Your Career
In the fall, members of our Recruiting team hit the road to visit colleges and universities across the country to promote internship and career opportunities at HE&R. “My favorite part of my job is connecting with the students and following along on their internship journey," says HE&R College Relations Recruiter, Jacklyn Mrakovich. "I enjoy watching our HE&R interns grow, participate in leadership classes and network with each other and HE&R professionals.”
With the award-winning Hersheypark Leadership Development Internship (HPLDI), Hospitality Internship Program, and culinary and professional internships, HE&R offers experiential learning programs for all majors of study. Our interns work alongside and learn from the best in the hospitality industry while expanding their resumes and growing their skill sets in the business of fun.
Here's where you can find our team this September:
- September 17 - Fairleigh Dickinson University - Career & Internship Fair
- September 17 - Elizabethtown College - Business Meet & Greet Fall 2024
- September 17 - Lebanon Valley College - Accounting Career Fair
- September 18 - Penn State University (Main Campus) - Internship and Co-Op Career Day
- September 19 - Rutgers (New Brunswick) - Fall Career & Internship Fair (Mega Fair Day #3)
- September 24 - Syracuse University - Fall 2024 Career and Internship Fair
- September 25 - Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Career Expo and Graduate Fair
- September 26 - Virginia Tech - Development of Hospitality and Tourism Management Fall 2024 Career Fair
- September 27 - Towson University - Fall 2024 Career and Internship Fair
4. The Teamwork
Our back-to-back Calder Cup Championship-winning Hershey Bears know a thing - or 13! - about teamwork. As we anxiously await the return of hockey in Hershey, Pa., our teams at GIANT Center are already hard at work planning and preparing for the upcoming 2024-25 season and live entertainment. From Retail to Food & Beverage, it takes a tremendous team to operate this 10,5000-seat multi-purpose arena, and they are searching for committed and passionate colleagues to support venue operations this fall.
5. The Sweet Perks and Benefits
Our Hershey Entertainment & Resorts team members enjoy many sweet perks!
All full-time and part-time team members receive:
- FREE admission and parking at Hersheypark
- FREE parking at Hersheypark Entertainment Complex events, including for Hershey Bears games
- Up to 50% off room rates at The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge
- Up to 20% off dining at restaurants around town
- Up to 30% off retail at shops across town
- 20% off spa treatments & services at The Spa at The Hotel Hershey and MeltSpa by Hershey
Full-time team members also have the opportunity to participate in great benefits:
- Paid time off and holiday time
- 401K Contribution
- Life & Disability Insurance options
- Medical & Dependent Care Spending Account
- Health Savings Accounts
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For more information about working at HE&R and a complete list of available positions, please visit HersheyJobs.com. Please also follow us on our HE&R LinkedIn and Facebook pages and on our HersheyJob Instagram for ongoing updates on our company, team members, and job opportunities with HE&R.