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Glacier Park Collection by Pursuit

Currently recruiting for the season from April 1st, 2025 to October 31st, 2025.

It’s our love and understanding of the places we live and work in and our passion to share it with others. It’s a desire to be the best at what we do, working safely together, solving problems and bringing a deeper level of knowledge, expertise and anticipation to every guest who walks through our doors. This is what makes us Pursuit.

We provide our guests with unforgettable and inspiring experiences in an iconic location – Glacier National Park – literally the stuff dreams are made of. Work with us in West Glacier, Apgar Village, Columbia Falls, St. Mary Village, East Glacier Park or Whitefish, MT.

Location
Montana and United States
Season
Summer
Staff size
850
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
Housing available at all properties. RV slips available at West Glacier Village, Glacier Basecamp Lodge in Columbia Falls, and Glacier Park Lodge in East Glacier Park. Housing is competitively priced and includes access to free laundry and internet. .
Family housing available
No
Single occupancy housing available
No
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Provided
Cell phone service
Some, ask for details
Internet access
Good

About Glacier Park Collection by Pursuit

Our Mission and Vision is to inspire our guests and each other.  To never stop searching for places we’re passionate about, connections we value and moments that bring us joy.  Wherever they may take us.  Pursuit is about our extraordinary life journey and the memories we create together along the way.

We have a powerful story to tell. Are you ready to pursue the adventure of a lifetime?  Join our team and continue building your story with us.  

Glacier Park Collection by Pursuit provides hospitality services at the gateways to Glacier National Park, and in our local communities of Columbia Falls & Whitefish, MT.  

Join the Pursuit team in Glacier National Park this summer. GPC offers over 800 seasonal positions across nine departments (Lodging, guest experience, food & beverage, retail, etc) in and around Glacier National Park, Montana. Paid culinary and hospitality intern/externships are also offered. 

Whether you are looking to enhance your professional skill sets or simply spend a memorable summer living and working in the Montana wilderness, we have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for you! 

Our summer season runs from May/June to September/October.  Dates may vary by location and position type. 

The Employee Experience

Your Next Adventure Awaits...

We are building a lifestyle from daydreams and adventure. We wake every day to greet glaciers, mountains and turquoise lakes. At Pursuit, we live the dream. We're united by an intrinsic love of exploring that can't be confined by physical borders. Together, Pursuit team members and guests create inspiring memories they'll share with their friends and families for years to come. It's all about sharing our amazing destinations.

This summer, discover the beauty of Glacier's one million acres over 700 miles of hiking trails. Backpack, kayak, paddleboard, climb, and camp in your new backyard. Be inspired to never stop searching for the places you are passionate about, connections you value and moments that bring you joy.

Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate possesses a guest-first attitude, is positive, outgoing, and possess a desire to learn and grow.  An ideal candidate is comfortable living and working in the remote Glacier landscape; and shares GPC’s vision of providing outstanding guest service with honesty and integrity, and is committed to environmental integrity and stewardship.  Additionally, candidates who are available for our entire operating season are preferred. 

Room and Board

We are proud to offer competitively priced housing across all properties, including Wi-Fi & laundry access. Employee housing is rustic, dormitory-style living with shared restrooms and facilities. Couples housing is available upon request. Limited RV sites (full hook-up) may be available at designated locations (Glacier Park Lodge in East Glacier Park & West Glacier Village). 
 
The meal and lodging plan at our all-inclusive locations (St. Mary Village, Glacier Park Lodge) is $14.50/day for first year employees and includes access to employee dining areas between meal times for a quick snack, a sandwich for the road, or a bowl of cereal.  Returning employees at Glacier Park Lodge and St. Mary Village qualify for a 25% discount, capping at 50% off starting in their 3rd summer. Our West Glacier, Columbia Falls, Apgar Village, and Whitefish housing units are all equipped with shared kitchen spaces, so team members have the opportunity to dictate their own meals and diets. Lodging at West Glacier, Glacier Raft Co, and the Belton Chalet is $6.00/day. Lodging at Grouse Mountain Lodge in Whitefish is $10.00/day. 
 
Manager and Assistant Managers receive free lodging and free meals where applicable. 
 

Employee Perks

  • Welcome gifts for all team members!
  • Discounts on retail, food & beverage, and golf
  • Discounts on fun adventures with local vendors
  • Free employee shuttle service in West Glacier
  • Easy access to Glacier's 700+ mile trail system, rivers and lakes
  • Regular employee events
  • A diverse community

Getting Here and Getting Around

Employees arrive to Glacier by car, train or plane.  Shuttle service is available to employees arriving by public transit.
 
Personal Vehicle:  Most employees choose to arrive via personal vehicle.  Ample parking is available at each location. 
 
Train:  Amtrak is a convenient and historic way to arrive for a summer of fun.  Stations at East Glacier Park and Whitefish, MT allow for easy transition no matter what location you spend the summer.
 
Plane:  Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) in Kalispell, Montana is your designation when arriving by plane.  Shuttle service is available upon request.
 
Shuttle Services: Arrival shuttles are available upon request.  GPC also operates guest and employee shuttles throughout the summer.  Guest shuttles may be used on a space-available basis.  Weekly shopping shuttles available from each property.  Work-related shuttles may be available where necessary.  The National Park Service operates a shuttle service on the Going-to-the-Sun Road (St. Mary to Apgar) in July and August.

 

For Fun

Glacier National Park is our playground for the summer!  Employees enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, rafting, and photography among various other outdoor pursuits.
 
Activities are also a great way to enjoy the summer.  Organized and spontaneous events such as BBQs, movie night, game night, dance parties, sporting events, bon fires, music jam sessions and much more are enjoyed throughout the summer.  Employees are encouraged to organize and participate in these community events. 
 
Employee recreation areas are also available.  These rec rooms offer amenities such as satellite television, pool tables, ping pong, foosball, game tables, fitness equipment, etc.
 
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