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Gap Program Facilitator- Elevate (Fall 2026)
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Summer 2026 Food & Beverage Shift Lead
Events Staff Summer 2026
Summer Food & Beverage Dishwasher
Front Desk Agent - Limelight Ketchum
Park Ranger 1 - Seasonal - Lake Owyhee/Succor Creek
Shuttle Driver - Mountain Bike Summer Season
Ticket Sales - Summer 2026
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Outdoor Careers in Idaho
Idaho offers exceptional outdoor employment opportunities in some of America's most pristine and uncrowded wilderness. The state is home to over 4 million acres of designated wilderness, more than any other state except Alaska, creating extensive opportunities for backcountry rangers and wilderness guides. Sun Valley pioneered destination ski resorts in America and continues to offer premium winter employment alongside other Idaho ski areas. The Sawtooth, Frank Church River of No Return, and Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness areas provide remote backcountry positions for those seeking solitude and adventure. Idaho's rivers, including the Salmon River (the 'River of No Return'), support a thriving whitewater rafting industry. The state's lower cost of living compared to neighboring mountain states, combined with world-class outdoor access, makes it increasingly attractive for outdoor professionals. Idaho's conservation programs, managed by state and federal agencies, offer positions in wildlife management, trail work, and resource protection. The outdoor industry in Boise and other cities is growing, with increasing opportunities in outdoor retail, education, and programming.
Top Outdoor Industries
- Ski Resort Operations
- Wilderness Guiding & Outfitting
- Whitewater Rafting
- Conservation & Wildlife Management
- Backcountry Lodges
- Outdoor Education
Major Employers
- Sun Valley Resort
- Idaho State Parks
- U.S. Forest Service
- Idaho Department of Fish & Game
- Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area
