Jobs in North America Directory

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Summer Jobs, Seasonal Jobs, Internships and Volunteer Work in the U.S. & Abroad


Short-Term Job Adventures North America
Programs offering short-term jobs in more than one state in the U.S. and/or Canada



Adventure Treks Outdoor Adventure and Wilderness Instructors
Alaska, Northern California, Montana, North Carolina, Oregon, Washington, Canadian Rockies
With programs designed to teach leadership, teamwork, creative problem solving, self-responsibility, confidence building, community living and outdoor skills, Adventure Treks is looking for instructors to teach and lead multi-state adventure programs during the summer months and wilderness programs in North Carolina during the fall.
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American Conservation Experience Conservation Volunteers
Western U.S. (Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah)
Experience a different way of life. Meet people from around the world. Enjoy spectacular landscapes. Contribute your energy to meaningful and challenging outdoor projects. Take pride in your team's accomplishments. This is American Conservation Experience. Hiring volunteers each month in the western U.S. over a minimum 12-week period. View contact and address information


Camphill Communities in North America

Program in the Spotlight Camphill Communities Therapeutic Community Life Sharing Work Opportunities
California, Minnesota, New York, Pennsylvania and Canada (British Columbia & Ontario)
Whether you are looking for an internship opportunity, a formal training program, a short-term volunteer experience, or a new, fully committed lifestyle, the Camphill Coworker Program offers a celebration of life, engaging service work and community building. Opportunities are available for singles, couples and families. Full room and board, medical insurance, vacation time and a modest stipend is provided.
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View a Day in the Life Feature StoryA Day in the Life: Camphill Communities California
Learn more about a Camphill coworker who found his place to help, change, and influence the lives of others while being submerged in a culture of genuine acceptance, love, caring, thought, idea and action.
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Eagle's Nest Camp Summer Camp, Adventure and Wilderness Staff
Pisgah National Forest (Base Camp in North Carolina); Adventures across the U.S., Belize, Mexico and New Zealand
Attracting individuals who yearn to be of service and make a positive impact on the world, Eagle's Nest is an extremely popular camp for counselors because of its creative and communal processes. Staff members may also double as wilderness trip leaders (with programs including trekking, hiking, sailing in the U.S. and cultural trips to Belize, Mexico and New Zealand).
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Live life out loud! Become a Flying Fish instructor and travel the world.

Program in the Spotlight Flying Fish Professional ski & snowboard training & international adventure
Canada (Whistler Blackcomb northeast of Vancouver); Opportunities also exist in Australia, Greece & the UK
Combine professional training with international adventure and the chance to make money while having fun! Flying Fish trains and recruits over 1,000 people each year to work as yacht skippers and as sailing, diving, surfing, windsurfing, and ski and snowboard instructors. Once qualified, take advantage of the free Flying Fish recruitment service to find jobs on yachts, beaches or the slopes worldwide. View contact and address information View YouTube Page


The Road Less Traveled Summer Global Adventure Travel Leaders
Experience the extraordinary lands and cultures of the American West, Alaska, Hawaii, Louisiana and Florida Keys (and places around the world)
As a trip leader for The Road Less Traveled, you'll have the opportunity to share your knowledge and love of the wilderness, service learning and cultural awareness with bright and enthusiastic young people; work with other highly motivated, qualified, committed professionals; and experience extraordinary lands and cultures around the world.
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The world is calling you: find expense-paid internships nationwide with the Student Conservation Association.

Program in the Spotlight Student Conservation Association Conservation Internships and Corps Leaders
All 50 states and at more than 400 sites around the country
Thousands have joined SCA to launch a conservation career, advance their studies, or gain hands-on experience. But all had one thing in common: a genuine desire to conserve our natural world. Your skills, your knowledge, and your commitment can make a difference and SCA offers you virtually limitless opportunities to live the values you so strongly believe in. Positions are offered in all 50 states.
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TrekAmerica North America Travel Guides and Tour Leaders
North America
Doubling as travel guide and driver, tour leaders for TrekAmerica take small groups on exciting adventures that will take you to big cities, National Parks, beaches, small towns and many places away from the tourist routes throughout North America.
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VISIONS Service Adventures Summer Adventure Travel Leaders
The Americas (North, Central and South America), Asia, the Caribbean
Are you ready to be challenged physically, mentally and emotionally? Trip leaders and specialists with VISIONS Service Adventures lead teens on ambitious community service, intercultural living, and outdoor exploration adventures throughout the world.
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Westcoast Connection360° Student Travel Tour Directors, Food Directors, Tour Leaders, Travel Specialists, Lifeguards
Across the U.S. (including Alaska & Hawaii) and worldwide locations
Summer staff and trip leaders with Westcoast Connection and 360° Student Travel bring together spirited, warm, zany and tight-knit groups for enriching travel, outdoor adventure, community service, sports and touring and language development programs throughout the world. View contact and address information View Facebook Page


Wilderness Inquiry Wilderness Adventure Leaders and Trail Staff Interns
Minnesota and across the U.S.
Whether by canoe, sea kayak, skis, dog sled, horse pack or backpack, Wilderness Inquiry trail staff plan, organize and lead wilderness adventures throughout North America while connecting people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities with the natural world and inspiring personal growth. A majority of trips begin at Wilderness Inquiry's headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with remote base camps set-up for adventures further away.
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Wilderness Ventures Adventure Travel Expedition Leaders
Across the U.S. (and adventures around the world)
Doubling as teacher, facilitator and mentor, Wilderness Ventures trip leaders introduce small groups to the merits of living simply while participating in backpacking, climbing, canoeing, rafting, biking, mountaineering, kayaking, sailing and service project expeditions in beautiful places around the world.
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