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Where do you want to be tomorrow?

This is your life. Go live it.


Imagine being given the chance to embark on experiences that enrich your life, shift the way you interact with the world around you, and connect you to the incredible places you’ve always wanted to live. You don’t have to imagine anymore. Welcome to CoolWorks. We left the gate open—come on in and chase your dreams.

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The Trail at Your Feet


Your next adventure is calling—you just have to step outside. If you’ve ever felt the pull of a mountain summit, the peace of a crackling campfire, or the thrill of waking up somewhere wild and new, you’re in the right place. Since 1995, CoolWorks has been the go-to source for Jobs In Great Places®, offering opportunities that often include room and board, making it easier than ever to trade scrolling for exploring. Whether you’re craving adventure, seeking a change, or answering the call of the wild, we’re here to help you make it happen.

Ready to dive in? The Job Seeker’s Guide is packed with expert advice to help you navigate the journey. The Journals are filled with real-life stories from fellow CoolWorks explorers who took the leap.

Life is happening beyond the screen—why not go live it?

Sharing the Journey


Goyo

While I was a university student, I discovered the work and travel program with the USA. I applied for an International Student VISA to go to the USA for a working holiday. The goal is to help us improve our English, have a cultural experience, and allow us to see...

Gabi

The beauty of my surroundings and the opportunities awaiting me outdoors were the real paycheck. My room looked out on the Sawtooth Mountains and I woke up to a National Geographic view every morning for three months.

Jacob

I longed for wilderness, for mountains, for wide open spaces – just to feel the solace and the oneness with nature. I needed to get away from the obstacles that held me back at home. I needed to get back out on my own, and meet new people, people different...

Cody

In a rare moment of clarity, the solution seemed so simple; I hopped on my computer and googled “fun jobs.” That is literally all it took.

Kind words from our fans


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Just wanted to say thank you for CoolWorks! Both of my sons 18 and 21, have made their way from where we live in North Carolina to Nantucket, MA; Jackson Hole, WY; and in a few weeks Vail, Colorado because of your service. I’m a big fan and share CoolWorks whenever I can. CoolWorks is the road less traveled. My kids will find their paths someday and look back at these jobs as great adventures where they learned a lot about the world and themselves. I’m looking forward to my retirement when I can browse your offerings for some adventure of my own.

DJ

“And as I always do, whenever I meet someone who isn’t sure of what to do in their life, can’t find a purpose, etc… I always write down the CoolWorks website and share with them the joy that I had when I came across your site. What you guys offer people like me, is the chance to fulfill a dream or just find opportunities that one never knew existed.

Thank you again so much!”

Jason

About CoolWorks

Since 1995, CoolWorks has connected adventure-seekers with job opportunities in amazing places—from national parks to ski resorts, summer camps to dude ranches. We help people trade screen time for real time—meaningful experiences that spark connection and growth. Your next great adventure is waiting. More About CoolWorks

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