Summer Jobs

Northern Tier hires over 200 staff every summer.  Take a look at Northern Tier’s various staff positions and determine where you would excel.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

First Impressions Staff

Northern Tier High Adventure Base of Ely, MN is looking to hire Seasonal Summer Office Clerks/Administrative Specialists. Do you have a love for youth character development? Are you someone who is committed to providing exceptional customer service and consistent quality in everything you do? Would you like to make this a summer to remember?

This seasonal office clerk position starts at $1230.00/month and we provide all staff with food and housing. The experience, however, is priceless! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

A Day In the Life of a First Impressions Staff Member:

As a Summer Office Clerk, you are the first impression that our customers will have when they arrive. You work directly with the Scouts to ensure that they have an enthusiastic welcome to Northern Tier and an efficient check in and checkout. Your days, working with Scouts aged 14 – 18 and adult advisors, are filled with new experiences. You spend part of the day acting and sharing the history of the area with scouts and work with scout leaders to ensure that their crews are ready for an adventure of a lifetime. This is one summer that you will never forget and a job that can only be described as rewarding!

Qualifications:

  • Age 18 or older
  • Available for the summer from late May – August
  • Organized and enthusiastic with great communication skills

Can you think critically and communicate effectively? Are you attentive to details and thorough? Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills? Can you work effectively with both youth and adults? Do you enjoy sharing knowledge and history? If so, you might just be perfect for this job! Apply now.

Trail Staff

Northern Tier High Adventure Base of Ely, MN is looking to hire Seasonal Summer Wilderness Canoe Guides / Camp Counselors. Do you have a love for youth character development? Are you someone who is committed to providing exceptional and consistent quality in everything you do? Would you like to make this a summer to remember?

This seasonal outdoor adventure guide position starts at $1230.00/month and we provide all staff with food and housing. The experience, however, is priceless! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

 

A Day In the Life of a Wilderness Canoe Guide:

As a Summer Wilderness Canoe Guide / Camp Counselor, you are the foundation of our program. You work directly with the scouts to ensure that they have the best and safest experience possible. Your days, working with Scouts aged 14 – 18, are filled with adventure. You camp, canoe, teach outdoor skills, and act as a role model as you lead wilderness canoe treks ranging in length from 7-14 days. This is one summer that you will never forget and a job that will be the wilderness adventure of a lifetime!

 

Qualifications:

  • Age 18 or older
  • Available for the summer from late May – August
  • Passion for outdoor adventure and mentoring youth

Can you think critically and function independently with minimal supervision? Are you attentive to safety and take common-sense precautions? Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills? Can you work effectively with both youth and adults? Do you enjoy coaching others? Are you patient and able to remain calm under pressure? If so, you might just be perfect for this outdoor adventure guide job! Apply now.

Food Service Staff

Northern Tier High Adventure Base of Ely, MN and Atikokan, ON, Canada is looking to hire Seasonal Summer Food Service Staff members. Do you have a love for youth character development and a passion for cooking? Are you someone who is committed to providing exceptional and consistent quality in everything you do?  Would you like to make this a summer to remember?

This seasonal food service position starts at $1400.00/month and we provide all
staff with food and housing. The experience, however, is priceless! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

 A Day In the Life of a Food Service Staff:

As a Summer Food Service Staff member, you are a key to the success of Northern Tier. You work in a professional kitchen setting preparing nutritious and delicious food for thousands of campers throughout the summer. Your days are filled with valuable experiences and great community. All while building a foundation for a rewarding career. This is one summer that you will never forget and a job that can only be described as rewarding!

 Qualifications:

  • Age 18 or older
  • Available for the summer from late May – August
  • Passion for cooking and maintaining a safe work environment

 Can you think critically and function independently with minimal supervision? Are you attentive to safety and take common-sense precautions? Do you enjoy trying new things? Are you patient and able to remain calm under pressure? If so, you might just be perfect for this food service job!  Apply now.

Maintenance

Northern Tier High Adventure Base of Ely, MN is looking to hire Seasonal Summer Maintenance Specialists. Do you have a love for youth character development? Are you someone who is committed to providing exceptional and consistent quality in everything you do? Would you like to make this a summer to remember?

This seasonal Summer Maintenance position starts at $1230.00/month and we provide all staff with food and housing. The experience, however, is priceless! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

A Day in the Life of a Maintenance Specialist:

As a Summer Maintenance Staff member, you will be integral in keeping our camp working. You work with other staff members to manage projects and carry out a wide variety of facility and vehicle repairs. Every day in this role will be filled with excitement and creativity. This is one summer that you will never forget and a job that can only be described as rewarding!

Qualifications:

  • Age 18 or older
  • Available for the summer from late May – August
  • Passion for problem solving and an eye for detail
  • Basic mechanical and carpentry skills

Can you think critically and function independently with minimal supervision? Are you attentive to safety and take common-sense precautions? Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills? Can you work effectively with others? Do you enjoy working with your hands? Are you patient and able to remain calm under pressure? If so, you might just be perfect for this maintenance job! Apply now.

 

Trading Post Staff

Northern Tier High Adventure Base of Ely, MN is looking to hire Seasonal Retail Sales Clerks. Do you have a love for youth character development? Are you someone who is committed to providing exceptional and consistent quality in everything you do? Would you like to make this a summer to remember?

This seasonal retail sales position starts at $1400.00/month and we provide all staff with food and housing. The experience, however, is priceless! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

A Day in the Life of a Retail Sales Clerk:

As a Summer Retail Sales Clerk, you get to interact with every visitor of our program. You work directly with the scouts to ensure that they have the best experience possible. Your days working with scouts, aged 14 – 18, are filled with adventure. You’ll have the opportunity to help organize displays for maximum exposure and customer experience all while developing valuable job experience. This is one summer that you will never forget and a job that can only be described as rewarding!

 Qualifications:

  • Age 18 or older
  • Available for the summer from late May – August
  • Passion for customer service
  • Accuracy and thoroughness in work

Can you think critically and function independently with minimal supervision? Are you attentive detail and customer service? Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills? Can you work effectively with both youth and adults? Do you enjoy organizing displays? Are you patient and able to remain calm under pressure? If so, you might just be perfect for this retail sales job! Apply now.

SEASONAL WORK SCHEDULE

Seasonal positions at Northern Tier typically get one day off per 6 days on and works throughout the summer from late May to August.

 

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for a job at Northern Tier, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!