Kuwait, 18 July 2011: Reiterating its commitment towards the society, Marina Hotel Kuwait is committed to support LoYAC one of the most renowned non-profit organizations in Kuwait which aims at empowering high school and college students with the skills needed to grow into highly effective leaders. During the program, students from LoYAC will be apprentice with the hotel during summer. 15 promising students were selected to be novice at the hotel and were familiarized with the various departments including Food and Beverage, Housekeeping, Front Desk, Administration and Fitness & Spa.

The students were allotted tasks and were provided with hands on experience of a professional ambience with its daily functionalities. They had the opportunity to understand the regulations of the hotel and have a realistic exposure which will enable them to choose an appropriate career upon graduation.

Mr. Nabil Hammoud, General Manager of the hotel said: "We are very happy to be partnering with LoYAC through Safir International Hotel Management to help determined youth learn and grow in a business environment. The summer internship at our premises is specially designed to provide candidates with useful skill to enhance their chances of success at the beginning of their professional lives."

"Internship programs represent one form of private public partnerships that aims at paving the way for students to embark on their professional lives smoothly and efficiently. Through the program students will gain invaluable insight into work-life and environment and attain a professional service orientation. Students will get firsthand experience of being part of a team and help them develop in character, confidence and prepare them in the future for whatever decision they make."

"We are happy to be contributing towards enabling the Youth to be prepared when they begin their journey into the corporate world. We intend on creating a pipeline of future employees that can later commit to full time employment and hence value their placement at our hotel."

For more information, please visit our website: www.marinahotel.com

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About Marina Hotel
The Marina Hotel an award winning, leading five star property is owned by United Real Estate Company and managed by Safir International Hotel Management Company. Having a strategic and ideal location with direct access to The Marina Mall and Marina Crescent, it lies in the vibrant and up-market district of Kuwait. It offers a unique experience through its 91 guest rooms, state of art meeting room facilities, fully equipped health club amenities and two renowned restaurants. With its magnificent seaside location and private beach, this prestigious multi-facility complex offers luxurious and functional amenities to the business traveler and tourist alike. The Marina Hotel offers information and online reservation at www.marinahotel.com

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