Mentors who won't let you fail, A Career you didn't know existed.

Welcome to Tucson Hospitality Academy Where mentorship shapes tomorrow’s talent.

Tucson Hospitality Academy is a free, two-year program that prepares young adults from underserved communities to launch rewarding careers in the hospitality industry. We connect you to professional mentors, hands-on training, and paid experience, all while helping you build a five-year plan for success. This is not a vocational school; it’s a leadership academy developed through a hospitality lens and anchored in mentorship.

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What Makes Us Different

No cost to Students

Built and led by Hospitality Professionals

Industry-aligned curriculum across 9 key departments

Personalized mentorship and job placement support

Certifications, references, and a career roadmap upon graduation

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How It Works

Begin the Path to Your Potential.

Apply Online — Takes 10 Minutes
Submit a quick application to help us learn about your interests, goals, and experience. No essays or complicated requirements.
Learn Weekly — 2–3 Hours of Virtual Sessions + Guest Instruction
Join interactive online lessons led by hospitality professionals. Hear from industry guests, complete hands-on assignments, and build foundational knowledge across key departments.
Get Matched — Mentor Pairing, Job Shadows, and Internships
Once you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll be paired with a professional mentor. You’ll gain on-the-ground exposure through job shadowing or internship opportunities at leading hotels, resorts, and restaurants.
Graduate With Experience — Real Skills, Real References, Real Direction
Finish the program with industry-recognized skills, professional references, and a clear career roadmap. You’ll be fully prepared to step confidently into entry-level roles or continued training opportunities.

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Who should apply ?

No experience needed, just curiosity, and commitment
We serve young adults in Tucson and Southern Arizona
The hospitality industry can lead to careers you might not even know existed:
- Event Planning
- Hotel/Resort Management
- Engineering
- Culinary Arts
- Golf Course Management
- Landscape architecture
- Accounting
- Procurement
- Travel Advising
- Leisure Sales
- Information Technology
- Hospitality Law
- Financial Planning and Analysis
- Revenue Strategy
- Sales and Marketing
- Public Relations
- Club/Membership Management
- Spa
- Outdoor Adventure
- Human Resources

Ready to take the next step?

🎓 Apply now to join the program,
📩 Contact us with any questions—let’s build your future in hospitality together!

No cost to Students

Built and led by Hospitality Professionals

Industry-aligned curriculum across 9 key departments

Personalized mentorship and job placement support

Certifications, references, and a career roadmap upon graduation

How It Works

Begin the Path to Your Potential.

Apply Online — Takes 10 Minutes

Learn Weekly — 2–3 Hours of Virtual Sessions + Guest Instruction
Join interactive online lessons led by hospitality professionals. Hear from industry guests, complete hands-on assignments, and build foundational knowledge across key departments.

Get Matched — Mentor Pairing, Job Shadows, and Internships
Once you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll be paired with a professional mentor. You’ll gain on-the-ground exposure through job shadowing or internship opportunities at leading hotels, resorts, and restaurants.

Graduate With Experience — Real Skills, Real References, Real Direction
Finish the program with industry-recognized skills, professional references, and a clear career roadmap. You’ll be fully prepared to step confidently into entry-level roles or continued training opportunities.

Who should apply ?

Ready to take the next step?

About Tucson Hospitality Academy

No cost to Students

Built and led by Hospitality Professionals

Industry-aligned curriculum across 9 key departments

Personalized mentorship and job placement support

Certifications, references, and a career roadmap upon graduation

How It Works

Begin the Path to Your Potential.

Apply Online — Takes 10 Minutes

Learn Weekly — 2–3 Hours of Virtual Sessions + Guest InstructionJoin interactive online lessons led by hospitality professionals. Hear from industry guests, complete hands-on assignments, and build foundational knowledge across key departments.

Get Matched — Mentor Pairing, Job Shadows, and InternshipsOnce you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll be paired with a professional mentor. You’ll gain on-the-ground exposure through job shadowing or internship opportunities at leading hotels, resorts, and restaurants.

Graduate With Experience — Real Skills, Real References, Real DirectionFinish the program with industry-recognized skills, professional references, and a clear career roadmap. You’ll be fully prepared to step confidently into entry-level roles or continued training opportunities.

Who should apply ?

Ready to take the next step?

Learn Weekly — 2–3 Hours of Virtual Sessions + Guest Instruction
Join interactive online lessons led by hospitality professionals. Hear from industry guests, complete hands-on assignments, and build foundational knowledge across key departments.

Get Matched — Mentor Pairing, Job Shadows, and Internships
Once you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll be paired with a professional mentor. You’ll gain on-the-ground exposure through job shadowing or internship opportunities at leading hotels, resorts, and restaurants.

Graduate With Experience — Real Skills, Real References, Real Direction
Finish the program with industry-recognized skills, professional references, and a clear career roadmap. You’ll be fully prepared to step confidently into entry-level roles or continued training opportunities.