Hyatt has launched a new global initiative aimed at giving jobs to unemployed youth by 2025.
The programme, RiseHY, will hire 10,000 people ages 16 to 24, who are neither studying or workings, at Hyatt Hotels across the globe.
“We understand the challenges young people face, and Hyatt hotels are uniquely positioned to be part of the solution. Hospitality is one of the few industries where entry-level opportunities often lead to fulfilling, life-long careers that can change the trajectory of someone’s life,” said Malaika Myers, chief human resources officer, Hyatt.
Part of the process involves using new technology to help find these young people jobs suited for them. One example of this uses virtual reality technology to help youth experience what working in a hotel is like, spending a day in the life of these hospitality workers. Artificial intelligence is also used to help identify the candidates’ skills and match them with a suitable job.
