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Alternative/ Adventure Jobs & Opportunities

Interested in an alternative job or an adventure before getting into a more professional career? Thinking about taking a year or two or three to explore and have some fun while you have less responsibilities? There are many jobs and opportunities available if you are interested in traveling, hiking, hospitality, etc. where you can try something new, meet a lot of people, and learn more about yourself along the way. Check out the following links for more information and as always, make an appointment with a career counselor if you want some assistance with career exploration and strategies to finding a job/internship.

Au Pair/Nanny Camp Counselor
Cruise Ship/Yacht Fire/Fire Rescue

 

 

Gap Year Hospitality/Culinary

 

 

Journalism Nonprofit/Service

 

 

 

Outdoor Jobs Scuba

 

 

 

 

Seasonal Jobs Teaching Abroad

 

 

Tours/Trek Tours Working Abroad

 

Work in Sports Zipline Guides

 

NOTE:The Career Services website contains links to websites not under the control of Oregon State University Career Services and we are not responsible for their contents. We'd like to hear your comments about these sites; feel free to contact us.

On the recommendation of our counseling staff, Career Services lists job and career information sites that generally meet the following criteria: are of interest to OSU students, easily navigated, and require no fee or registration prior to viewing. New sites may be submitted for consideration and are typically reviewed on an annual basis. Please indicate the page on our site where you think your link would be appropriate.

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B008 Kerr Administration Building, Corvallis, OR 97331-2127
Phone: 541-737-4085 Fax: 541-737-0532

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