SEASONAL JOBS
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Are You Ready For a Great Opportunity?
Have you always dreamed of going to Alaska? Summer jobs in Alaska have a lot to offer. Many people go for the money they can make. Many more go for the scenery, the outdoor activities, and the “fresh air.” Others go for the adventure and experience. We know whatever interests you, you will not be disappointed.
Cape Fox Tours (CFT) is a local tour operator and transportation company in Ketchikan and Saxman, located in Southeast Alaska. CFT is part of Cape Fox Corporation (CFC), a culturally driven company with abundant, diverse opportunities that value you, your talent, and your growth. It is located on Revillagigedo Island, approximately a 1.75-hour direct flight from Seattle, surrounded by the pristine Tongass National Forest and the breathtaking waves of the Tongass Narrows. We specialize in providing personalized, engaging tours, allowing you to explore the best of Alaska. From scenic tours to exhilarating adventures, we cater to all interests.
Ideal Candidate
Room & Board
For Fun
Join Our Team for the Summer!
CFT is looking for individuals who value hard work, talent, creativity, and honesty and want to learn and grow. Contact the Hiring Manager directly if you are applying with a work or student visa.
Training for most positions starts at the beginning of April. We operate around the Alaskan tourism season, including vacations on cruise ships, airlines, and ferries, work trips and conferences, and stay-cations for the locals. The summer season runs from mid-April through mid-October. However, the dates of employment vary slightly with each position.
What We Offer
Employee Housing
Dorm-style housing is available for full-season staff on a first-come, first-serve basis. A daily rate associated with housing covers rent, utilities, cleaning services, and basic furniture.
Employee Perks
CFT tries to ensure employees have a profitable, memorable, and fun summer. Perks of joining the CFT team include, but are not limited to:
- Paid training at the beginning of the season
- Competitive pay for your position and experience
- Cash gratuity *varies by position
- Discounted and/or free shore excursions
- Bonus compensation *varies by position and availability
- Team events and gatherings
- Discounts on meals at Cape Fox establishments
- Opportunities for overtime and advancements
- Getting Here and Getting Around
- Getting to Ketchikan
Alaska Airlines offers multiple daily flights between Seattle and Ketchikan, and the Alaska Marine Highway System (Alaska State Ferry) connects to Bellingham, WA. It is the employee's responsibility to make their own travel arrangements. Ask the hiring manager for a discount code when booking flights on Alaska Airlines.
Meal Discounts
Meal discounts are available at all of our restaurants, not including alcohol. Please ask the hiring manager for more details regarding the discount rate.
Once in Ketchikan
A vehicle is unnecessary but makes exploring the area much more fun and manageable. You can bring your own vehicle via the Alaska State Ferry, one of the barge options (Alaska Marine Lines or Samson Tug & Barge), or purchase/rent one in town.
The Ketchikan Gateway Borough provides bus transportation throughout the City of Ketchikan and outside city limits. Route prices and passes may vary.
Get Out And Explore
Ketchikan is filled with many indoor and outdoor activities, along with landmarks and city highlights to see. This small town has a lot happening in the summer for you to check out and add to your experience. Here is a short list of opportunities you can partake in:
- Holiday Events (Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day, 4th of July parade and fireworks, Labor Day)
- Festivals (Blueberry Arts Festival, Bar Harbor Ale House Beer Fest, and other local art pop-ups)
- Shore Excursions (Misty Fjords boat ride, ziplining, adventure karts, crab feasts, canoes, kayaks, lumberjack show, Aleutian Ballad crabbing tour, and more)
- Fishing (Salmon Capital of the World, also great for halibut, cod, crabbing and shrimping)
- Creek Street (Historic Red Light District with shops, restaurants and local art)
- Movie Theater (even we get the big box office hits)
- Totems & Culture (Saxman Native Village, Totem Bight State Park, Southeast Discovery Center, Tongass Historical Museum)
- Recreation Center & Gym (largest in Southeast Alaska with basketball courts, aquatic center, cardio room, free weights and variety of classes)
- Hiking (Deer Mountain or any of the other 10 plus trails - easy, moderate and difficult options)
- Bar Scene (there are over 30 bars in Ketchikan, a few breweries and a distillery some with karaoke, open mic night, pool, themed parties and trivia)
- Restaurants (all of Cape Fox establishments and several others)
Never Stop Exploring!
Join us for an exclusive experience that includes a hands-on native guided tour.
