HAP Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge

Work & Travel USA in the Land of the Midnight Sun

Imagine waking up to sunlight at midnight, watching the Chena River glide past your workplace, and finishing your shift with an adventure in the Alaskan wilderness. HAP Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge is looking for energetic, reliable university students to join its housekeeping team as a Houseperson for the Summer to Fall season.

This is more than a summer job – it is a chance to live and work in one of the most spectacular corners of the United States, meet travellers from around the world, and build real hospitality experience with one of Alaska’s most respected lodge operators.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the housekeeping team by delivering fresh linens, towels and supplies to guest rooms and floors
• Keeping hallways, lobbies, stairwells and public areas spotless and welcoming
• Removing trash and used linens and transporting them to the appropriate areas
• Restocking housekeeping carts and storage closets
• Assisting with light lifting, moving furniture and setting up rooms as needed
• Responding quickly and politely to guest requests
• Working as part of an international team to keep the lodge running smoothly

Why Fairbanks, Alaska?

Fairbanks is the gateway to the Arctic and one of the most unique destinations in America. In summer you’ll enjoy nearly 24 hours of daylight – perfect for hiking, kayaking on the Chena River, riverboat cruises and baseball games at midnight. As the season turns toward fall, you may even catch your first glimpse of the legendary Northern Lights dancing above the lodge.

Nearby you’ll find Denali National Park, natural hot springs, gold-mining history, husky kennels and endless wilderness trails. Fairbanks is a small, friendly, safe city where international students are warmly welcomed every season.

Compensation & Benefits

• $17.00 per hour – a strong Alaskan wage
• 40 hours per week guaranteed schedule, with possible extra hours during peak season
• Employment period: Summer to Fall – one of the longest seasons available
• Training provided – no previous experience required
• Work alongside students and staff from many different countries
• Employee housing options and support typically available for seasonal staff
• Valuable international hospitality experience for your CV

What We’re Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 with a valid J-1 Work & Travel visa
• Conversational English and a friendly, guest-focused attitude
• Physical stamina – the role involves standing, walking, bending and lifting throughout the shift
• Reliability, punctuality and a strong team spirit
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Enthusiasm for living in a remote and beautiful part of the world

Ready for Your Alaskan Adventure?

Positions at HAP Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge fill fast every season. If you want a summer of high earnings, unforgettable landscapes and friendships from across the globe, apply now and start your Work & Travel USA journey in Alaska!