Work in Alaska in 2008!

The Alaska Summer Jobs website is a leading source for finding summer employment opportunities in Alaska. We focus on the following industries: Alaska fishing deckhand jobs, cruise ship jobs, land tour jobs, adventure travel jobs, fishing lodge jobs, construction jobs and salmon cannery and fish processing (fish packing) summer jobs.

Why work in Alaska this summer?

Summer jobs in Alaska have a lot to offer. Many people go for the outstanding money they can make. Many more go for the scenery, the outdoor activities and the "fresh air". Other go for the adventure and experience. We know whatever it is that interests you, you will not be disappointed.

Are summer jobs in Alaska hard to get?

That is a tough question to simply answer. Summer jobs in Alaska are very plentiful, but you do need to to know some things before you start contacting companies asking them for jobs. First, it it vital that you know some information about the industry you are trying to work in. Second, you need to now how, when and where to apply. Third, you will need to know how to maximize your experience and earnings. And lastly, you will need to know how to get there, where to go, where to stay and what to do with your time off. Luckily, we have put together an excellent set of resources to help you with all of these items.

Alaska Summer Job Opportunities

Fishing Boat Deckhand Jobs - Working as a deckhand on a fishing boat in Alaska can be extremely lucrative. Thousands of college students have paid their way through school by doing this. Summer is a great time to break into the industry as a deckhand as many boats in the Alaska salmon industry hire "greenhorns" to work on their fishing boats