2026 Summer Internship Program

RLJ Lodging Trust

Who We Are and What We Do.

RLJ Lodging Trust is a publicly traded real estate investment trust focused on acquiring premium- branded, focused-service and compact full-service hotels. RLJ Lodging Trust has a portfolio that consists of about 100 properties with approximately 22,100 rooms located in 23 states and the District of Columbia. Our hotels are geographically diverse and concentrated in major urban areas and dense markets that provide multiple demand generators from business, leisure and other travelers.

 We are proud to be one of the most diverse companies (public or private) in the entire real estate industry and are committed to maintaining and expanding our diversity. Racial equality and diversity are core tenets of RLJ. We maintain an unwavering commitment to diversity throughout the organization, including at the Board level. This is reflected in over half of our employees being ethnically diverse and over half being women, with a similar profile for our Board.

RLJ Lodging Trust Internship Program

RLJ Lodging Trust is offering a paid, rotational summer internship opportunity designed to provide meaningful exposure across multiple business functions. This immersive experience blends on‑the‑job training, mentorship, and access to learning opportunities that help interns build practical skills and a strong foundation for future career growth.

Participants may rotate through several departments such as Finance, Asset Management, Design & Construction, IP&A, and other key business units, to gain a holistic understanding of how the organization operates. Interns will work on real projects, engage with leaders across the company, and build a portfolio of work to support future professional endeavors

General details below:

• On-site 5x/week (40 hours) and located in Bethesda, MD.
• 6-to-12-week program, traditionally June through August.
• Competitive hourly rate paid semi-monthly.
• Transportation stipend of $160 per month or fully subsidized parking to help absorb commuting costs.
• Interns are responsible for their own health insurance and housing.

INTERNSHIP STRUCTURE

Three (3) internship positions are available for the RLJ 2026 Summer Internship Program. See below:

Interns may rotate through multiple departments. Rotations may include areas such as:

• Finance
• Asset Management
• Design & Construction
• IP&A
• Accounting
• Administration
• Legal
• FP&A

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with departmental projects, data analysis, reporting, and process improvement.
• Supporting research initiatives, preparing presentations, or contributing to team deliverables.
• Participating in cross‑functional meetings and learning how departments collaborate.
• Contributing to internal initiatives such as policy updates, financial reviews, operational assessments, or communications planning.
• Completing a final collaborative group project and presenting it to company leadership at the end of the summer.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain broad exposure to multiple business functions and understand how they contribute to organizational success.
• Strengthen analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Learn how to work effectively in a professional, team‑oriented environment.
• Build a portfolio of meaningful projects and deliverables.
• Develop confidence through mentorship, coaching, and interactions with company leaders.
• Present a capstone group project demonstrating cross‑departmental insight and teamwork.

Requirements

Eligibility and How to Apply

Requirements:

• To be eligible, you must be a rising sophomore or rising junior and available for the duration of the internship program.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Must be progressing towards a bachelor's degree in business, real estate, hospitality, or a related area. Concentration in hospitality is a plus.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel)
• Candidates must have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume to the RLJ Lodging Trust Careers website.

Application deadline is Monday, March 27, 2026.

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, and final decisions will be made no later than Thursday, April 30, 2026.

RLJ Lodging Trust is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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