Ranch Apprentice – Diamond Bar Ranch (2027)
Ranchlands
Havre, MT
$1,200 per month stipend
SeasonalHousing
Summer Jobs Outdoors
15 open listings · updated Oct 29, 2026
Median posted pay $17.84/hr (22 listings) · 53% include housing · Pay Report
Jobs whose season runs through the summer: fishing and raft guiding, guest ranch and ranch work, trail crews, lodges and Alaska fishing seasons. Every listing here states its season dates, and shows whether housing comes with the job.
More About Summer Jobs Outdoors
Most summer employers hire in winter and spring. The hiring calendar shows when each kind of work fills up.
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Ranch Apprentice – Paintrock Canyon Ranch (2027)
RanchlandsHyattville, WY$1,200 per month stipendSeasonalHousing -
Wildland Firefighter Temporary Aide – Module, Engine and Fuels Crews (2027 Season)
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and ControlMultiple Colorado locations, CO$22 – $25 per hour (anticipated hiring range)Seasonal -
Maintenance Worker (Trails) (Seasonal) – Intermountain Parks
National Park ServiceMesa Verde National Park, CO$20.82 to $32.02 per hourSeasonal -
Ranch Hand
Colorado Stocker Co LLCBerthoud, CO$17.84 per hourSeasonal -
Livestock Worker
Brad & Eric Cure Cattle CompanyStratton, CO$17.84 per hourSeasonal -
Ranch Department – Summer Seasonal Staff
Philmont Scout RanchCimarron, NMStarting base salary is $1,485 per month plus room and boardSeasonalHousing -
Housekeeping / Wait Staff
Northwoods LodgeSkwentna, AKSeasonalHousing -
Morning Departure Assistant
Kingfisher Charters & LodgeSitka, AKEmployer estimates $4,500 to $5,000 a month — $18,000+ for the season — counting wage, tips and end-of-season bonus. Housing included.SeasonalHousing -
Fisheries Technician – Pahsimeroi Fish Hatchery
Idaho Department of Fish and GameMay, ID$18.61 per hour, Plus Competitive Benefits!SeasonalHousing -
Packer (Path to Assistant Guide)
Rainy Pass LodgeRainy Pass, AKSeasonalHousing -
Housekeeping & Laundry Attendant – Aurora Lodge (Winter 2026-27)
Borealis BasecampFairbanks, AK$17.50/hour plus tips, $1.50/hour end-of-season bonusSeasonalHousing -
Fish Technician – Macaulay Salmon Hatchery (2027 Season)
Douglas Island Pink and Chum, Inc. (DIPAC)Juneau, AK$16–$20/hr DOESeasonalHousing -
Second Cook – Remote Alaska Lodge (2027 Season)
Katmai Wilderness Lodge (Ouzinkie Native Corporation)Kodiak, AK$4,000–$6,000/month + tipsSeasonalHousing -
2027 Summer Staff – Fly Shop & Guide Service
Gallatin River GuidesBig Sky, MT$16-$18/hr DOESeasonal
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Questions About Summer Jobs Outdoors
How many summer jobs outdoors are open right now?
45 listings are live on WildWork as of October 29, 2026. 29 state their pay and 24 include housing.
What do summer jobs outdoors pay?
The median posted rate is $17.84/hr across 22 current listings that state pay in that unit, with posted rates from $12.31/hr to $26.42/hr. These are advertised rates; tips, overtime and room and board are extra where the listing says so.
Do summer jobs outdoors come with housing?
53% of current listings say the employer provides housing, free or at a charge, and 29% include meals. Each listing shows whether housing is included and what it costs when the employer says.