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Spring Lake Ranch: share your skills, talents and warmth with a diverse community of people trying to lead more fulfilling lives.

Engage in the lives of others and the life of the land. Share your skills, talents and warmth with a diverse community of people trying to overcome mental health challenges and lead more fulfilling lives. Play in the Green Mountains of Vermont.

Cool Job of the Week Become a Spring Lake Ranch Program Coordinator and gain experience in outdoor work, support the strengths and resiliency of others, make friendships that will last a lifetime, and see yourself grow and develop in a supportive vibrant community. Responsibilities include living and working alongside residents and leading a wide variety of tasks that keep the Ranch running through every season of the year. Compensation includes $16/hour, private room within a resident house, access to three meals/day, full health, dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, and use of all Ranch amenities including laundry, linen service, woodshop, art and pottery studio, sewing room, gym, tennis court, hiking/ski trails and equipment, and lake front access with a private dock, canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards—as well as the many less tangible benefits that come from living and working in a close-knit community.

More exploration!Program Coordinators are hired on a rolling basis for an initial one-year period.

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Join Washington Conservation Corps for a transformative, memorable year full of growth, learning, fun, and valuable skill-building!

Eager to gain hands-on environmental skills, learn new things, and serve in a team atmosphere? Join Washington Conservation Corps for a transformative, memorable year full of growth, learning, fun, and valuable skill-building!

Cool Job of the Week Serving on a Washington Conservation Corps crew means spending your days outdoors in all types of weather  to accomplish projects that restore and enhance landscapes across Washington. You'll be part of a 5-member crew led by an experienced supervisor who provides training, mentorship, and development opportunities. Networking opportunities abound with project partners from a diverse network of more than 100 federal, local, state, and non-profit organizations! Projects may include planting trees and shrubs, using hand and power tools, and building trails, bridges, and boardwalks: skills training is provided for all field activities. No previous outdoor or field experience is necessary. As a career development program, WCC’s service structure offers skill-building opportunities and hands-on training. Benefits include a twice-monthly living allowance of $1,476 ($2,952/month, health insurance, access to a Member Assistance Program, and professionally taught, career transferable trainings. When overnight travel is required, WCC covers food and lodging.

NOW recruiting Field Crews and Individual Placements statewide to complete an 11-month service term (October 5th, 2026 to September 15th, 2027).
View current openings on the WCC web map, review the general member position description, and apply today!

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Whether you're wanting to spend a winter season working in the mountains or hoping to start a career in the ski resort industry, Copper Mountain has something to offer for all job seekers.

Pursue your passion this winter with housing available, free access to 15+ mountains, free Athletic Club membership, and more!

Work and play in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, live your passion, and kick-start your career in the ski resort industry at Copper Mountain—now hiring for the winter ski season!

Cool Job of the Week Whether you're wanting to spend a winter season working in the mountains or hoping to start a career in the ski resort industry, Copper Mountain has something to offer for all job seekers. From entry level to management level jobs, multiple position openings in various departments include Guest & Hospitality Services, Rental & Retail, Lodging, Food & Beverage, Base Operations, Ski & Ride School, Lift Operations, Transportation, and more! Summer options include inside/outside staff, and positions at the golf course and Woodward Copper's summer camps. Great perks include slope-side employee housing, FREE skiing/riding at 15+ nearby mountain resorts and access to the Woodward Copper Action Sports Facility. Seeking passionate individuals who are excited to work and live at Copper! Check out current job openings online and review the basic requirements along with the preferred experience and special skills.

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