A Twist on Traditional Summer Jobs
A year without travel has left a great deal of pressure on the quickly approaching and highly anticipated 2021 summer. With an increase in vaccinations and a gradual decrease in regulations, there is a glimmer of hope on the horizon for a relatively normal summer, considering the circumstances. A new normal that is. We feel this intense underlying pressure to make up for the last 13 months of isolation– simply starving for any adventure that gets us out of the house and off a screen. For months we have been taunted by lusty travel Tik Toks and Instagram reels, leaving us eager to embark on new adventures the second an OK is granted. A summer packed with travel is truly all we could dream of this summer.
We know traveling for three consecutive months can be far from easy on the bank account (especially for college students), or realistic for those wanting a steady summer job. Fortunately, there are many loopholes to have it all and it is not an either-or situation. Checking all the boxes of your wildest summer dreams may be easier and more accessible than you thought. Aspirations of travel don't have to be dulled by the reality of trying to make ends meet.
A simple Google search for “How to travel and work this summer?” will open a rabbit hole of opportunities that in your best interest, we have filtered, reviewed, and chosen the best companies to highlight to help you score a job that fits all your summer desires. Far from your typical summer internship or job these opportunities are ones that will make the summer of 2021 the most memorable summer yet. There is no reason to not step outside the box this summer, that place you always wanted to visit is screaming your name and these employment companies can help you get there.
Cool Works
Cool Works is a company dedicated to connecting people to jobs in amazing locations. With a foundational belief that “You can and should LOVE YOUR LIFE” Cool Works has grown to be a leader in its industry, continually expanding its impressive network of jobs in nearly every adventurous field of interest and profession. National Parks, camps, resorts, and ranches all over the U.S. have partnered with Cool Works creating roots of opportunity in every corner of the map. Their website is easy to navigate and opens the door to many opportunities tailored specifically to your interest of location or desired type of work. Flipp patties at a ranch in Montana or manage hospitality in Alaska, whatever it may be and wherever it may be, Cool Works will help you get there.
Go Overseas
For those eager to cross borders this summer and still make ends meet, Go Overseas is your new travel buddy. With a mission to “Empower human connection through perspective-changing travel”, this company is just what we need to make our dream summer come true. With over 16,000 programs in every corner of the world, Go Overseas helps connect individuals to truly unique jobs on every end of the spectrum. With ensured safety and an impressive network, this company allows thousands of individuals confidence in their summer travel endeavors.
Diverbo
Diverbo is a company that falls more comfortably under the status of volunteer work rather than employment. Yet, it is still a way to comfortably travel without breaking the bank. This unique company is a part of a new wave of traveling, where travel funds are covered in exchange for service work. Diverbo is a company specifically targeting language education and immersion in Spanish-speaking regions, recruiting English speakers to help build skill and confidence in locals. Service work through this program consists of creating natural and authentic connections with locals in hopes to break the barriers of language. An opportunity to maximize if we do say so ourselves. Who could pass up a fully paid vacation with a side of volunteer work to make the world go around?
Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farming
A year of uncertainty and ambiguity has left many of us wanting to take a step back and dive into nature and sustainable living. For those who desire summer plans that focus on organic work, WWOOF is your go-to place. Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farming is a company that connects individuals to organic farms all over the world. With locations in 130 countries, the opportunities to live and learn are endless. Getting started is as simple as choosing a destination, farm, and host family. WWOOF is the perfect organization to help you dive into nature at no hefty price; with no payment required to host families, living and learning on a farm just got a whole lot easier.
If the thought of these opportunities gets your heart racing, do some research to find which program best suits your passions. The options for this summer are endless, if you do the work now! Get to searching, and tag @theedgemag if you’ve found an opportunity too good to pass up.