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Your Home Away From Home
Congratulations Interns!
Congratulations on your internship opportunity! You’ve done so much work to get to this point, and we know the work is only getting started, so let us take care of your housing accommodations so you have a comfortable place to call your temporary home while you’re working hard this summer.
First, who are we? Dwellworks Living is a temporary housing solution and partners with the Cartus team to find you and your fellow interns the perfect home away from home. We do this thanks to our deep portfolio of 80,000 corporate housing property partners – offering both hotel and apartment accommodations around the world.
On this page you will find more information about what to expect in both corporate apartments and hotels. There is also information about what to bring, important contacts, and a timeline of when you should be expecting information and updates along the way.
Questions? Click on the button below to email our contact support.
We look forward to hosting you!
Internship Housing Logistics Timeline
Read our timeline of key dates and events related to your housing logistics for your summer internship below. The timeline covers the period from the present until the second week of June, when all interns are expected to arrive at their assigned locations and begin work.
- May 14: Travel and Arrival form due for all interns
- May 28-June 5: Arrival Instructions Sent via email- please also reference this webpage for details about your arrival.
- June 2-6: Company Orientation in Chicago – come say hello to the Dwellworks Living team and ask any questions you have prior to moving into your temporary home.
- June 7-14: Move In! Interns move into their temporary homes across the country.
See you in Chicago!
You’ll have the opportunity to meet Andria LaMantia and Brittany Herrington from our team during your orientation in Chicago!
They’re excited to welcome you and help you get started on this incredible journey. We look forward to seeing you soon and making your internship experience a great one!
Read Here About Staying in Corporate Housing
This section is for all interns staying in NYC, NY (Hoboken, NJ office) or Santa Clara, CA. Take note of the following:
- Corporate Housing is a fully furnished apartment with all housewares, utilities, and wifi included.
- A typical corporate apartment has a fully equipped kitchen/ kitchenette including dishwasher, oven, stove, microwave, fridge/freezer, and other appliances – coffee machine, toaster, TV etc.
- Typical housewares included in your apartment are cutlery, cookware, glassware, sheets, and towels.
- Apartments also include washer and dryer access, either inside the apartment or communal washer and dryer location in the building.
Other Important Notes to Prepare
Maintenance Support: This is typically offered on-site or it’s just a phone call away. You will have access to a 24/7 emergency line which can used for situations like: no hot water, apartment flooding, being locked out of an apartment, etc.
You’ll Need to Bring: When staying in corporate housing, all of your basic apartment furnishing needs are covered, but you will need to bring all of your personal items- clothing, cosmetics, etc. Also, feel free to bring other items to enjoy your time while staying in the apartment- games, workout equipment (some apartment communities may provide workout facilities on site), bike, etc. You will also need to go grocery shopping for food after arrival to stock up your kitchen, but all of your pots and pans will already be in your apartment ready to use.
Amenities: These vary by property; to learn more about the amenities at your property, please check out the property’s website. Some amenities may not be automatically included in your stay. Please feel free to reach out for clarification.
IMPORTANT: if you plan to bring a vehicle or bike, please be sure to let Dwellworks Living know prior to your arrival. There may be additional fees or paperwork required by the property.
Please read below if you are a Supply Chain Field Intern staying in a Hotel
If you are a Supply Chain Field Intern scheduled to stay in a hotel, please read the information here regarding your stay.
What the hotel accommodations include:
- All hotel accommodations include a bedroom and bathroom with sheets and towels included.
- Hotel rooms vary and may include a desk set up, kitchenette, and/or sitting area.
- Hotels that include a kitchenette typically include a few small appliances, such as a toaster, coffee machine, and stovetop along with kitchenware- cutlery, cookware, and glassware.
All hotel accommodations include a bedroom and bathroom with sheets and towels included.
Hotel rooms vary and may include a desk set up, kitchenette, and/or sitting area.
Hotels that include a kitchenette typically include a few small appliances, such as a toaster, coffee machine, and stovetop along with kitchenware- cutlery, cookware, and glassware.
Travel Checklist for Your Internship
What to Pack for Your Internship
Getting an internship at a Fortune 500 company can be a great opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience. However, it also requires careful planning and preparation. You need to pack the right items for your destination, your work environment, and your personal needs.
Here are some tips and suggestions for what to bring with you to your internship.
- Driver’s license, ID card, and other travel documents: Make sure they are valid and have your current address. Keep copies of your documents in a safe place and email them to yourself as a backup.
- Flight tickets, accommodation confirmation, and contact information: Print them out and keep them in your carry-on bag.
- Health insurance and car insurance: Check if your policy covers you in your destination and bring your insurance cards and policy numbers.
- Prescription medications and personal items: Bring enough supply and keep them in their original containers with labels. You may also need a letter from your doctor and some items, such as glasses, contact lenses, sunglasses, and prescriptions that you use regularly. Consider putting these in a carry-on bag so you don’t lose them if you are separated from your main luggage if flying.
- Clothing and accessories: Pack clothing that is appropriate for the climate, culture, and dress code of your destination and your internship. You may need some formal or business attire, as well as some casual or leisure wear. Don’t forget to pack some accessories, such as shoes, belts, hats, sunglasses, and jewelry.
- Electronics and chargers: Bring your laptop, phone, charger, and any other electronics that you need. You may also want to bring a camera, headphones, and a power bank.
- Toiletries and hygiene products: Pack the essential toiletries, such as toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, deodorant, sunscreen, and feminine products. You may want to bring some extra items, such as makeup, hair products, nail clippers, tweezers, and razors. You should also consider bringing some hygiene products, such as hand sanitizer, wipes, and masks.
- Backpack and luggage: Choose a backpack and luggage that are durable, spacious, and easy to carry. You may also want to bring a smaller bag for your daily use. Follow the weight and size limits of your airline and pack your bags efficiently and securely. Label your bags with your name, address, and phone number.
This is not a comprehensive list, but a general guide. You may need to adjust your packing list according to your specific destination, internship, and personal preferences. The most important thing is to pack light, pack smart, and pack what you need. Have a great internship!
Other Important Notes to Prepare
Laundry: many hotels offer laundry services onsite during your stay. More information regarding this will be available on your arrival instructions.
Housekeeping: many hotels include the option for consistent housekeeping services during your stay. More information regarding this will be available on your arrival instructions.
Amenities: Hotel amenities can range from small gyms to pools and hot tubs and vary by property. Please refer to the specific hotel’s website that you have selected to see what amenity spaces will be available onsite. Please refer to the additional notes in your specific hotel selection as that will tell you what type of room you should expect to stay in and if there will be a kitchenette included or not.
What you will need to bring: Staying in hotel you will need to bring all of your personal items- clothing, cosmetics, etc. Also, feel free to bring other items to enjoy your time while staying in your hotel – games, workout equipment (some apartment communities may provide workout facilities on site), bike, personal electronics, etc.
Vehicle: if you plan to bring a vehicle, pet, or bike, please be sure to let Dwellworks Living know prior to your arrival. There may be additional fees or paperwork required by the hotel.
IMPORTANT: Please note, upon arrival, hotels require you to provide photo ID and a credit card to be kept on file for incidental charges during your stay. If you provide a debit card instead of a credit card, it is highly likely there will be a significant charge placed on your debit card and funds may be held until you check out. The amount varies depending on the hotel, but can be significant (ex: $50/day for the duration of your entire stay). With a major credit card, the incidentals deposit is merely a hold. We highly recommend that you provide a credit card from a major credit card provider (Master Card and Visa are the most widely accepted brands) to avoid any charges outside of incidentals.
Important Contacts Before and During Your Stay:
Leading up to, or during your stay, please feel free to reach out to us with any questions, comments, or issues at: [email protected].
If you have an after-hours apartment emergency, please call: 1.833.753.0837.
*Please note: An after hours apartment emergency is a non-life threatening emergency such as being locked out of your housing, a utility outage or any other issue that makes the apartment uninhabitable. If there is a life threatening emergency, please call 911.
Xplore App – A City Guide in Your Pocket!
Every Intern will soon be granted access to the Xplore app, our city-guide-in-your-pocket app, at no charge to you!
Once we have confirmed everyone’s locations, we will be sending notification to you. Check your email about a week before you travel to Chicago.
Temporarily relocating as an intern while being expected to quickly settle into your new surroundings and enjoy starting this prestigious internship can be overwhelming. That’s where the Xplore app comes in.
You will be able to use the Xplore app to learn about your new city, your surroundings, and make an easier transition as you focus your attention on your internship and the skills you will be learning for your career.
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