Interlaken Inn

Live Your American Summer at a Classic New England Inn

Imagine waking up to misty mornings over a Connecticut lake, working alongside an international team, and finishing your shift with time to explore charming small towns, hiking trails, and swimming holes. That’s daily life as a Housekeeping team member at Interlaken Inn in Lakeview, Connecticut — one of the most picturesque corners of the Northeast United States.

This Work & Travel USA position runs from summer into fall, meaning you’ll experience two of America’s most beautiful seasons: sun-soaked lake days in July and August, followed by the world-famous New England autumn foliage in September and October.

What You’ll Be Doing

As part of the housekeeping department, you’ll play a key role in creating the comfortable, welcoming atmosphere that guests return for year after year. Your responsibilities will include:

• Cleaning and preparing guest rooms, bathrooms, and suites to the inn’s high standards
• Changing bed linens, replacing towels, and restocking room amenities
• Vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and polishing surfaces in rooms and common areas
• Maintaining tidy hallways, lobbies, and shared spaces
• Collecting and sorting laundry and managing housekeeping supply carts
• Reporting maintenance issues and any lost-and-found items to supervisors
• Responding politely to guest requests for extra amenities

No previous experience is required — full on-the-job training is provided. What matters most is a positive attitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

Why Lakeview, Connecticut?

Tucked into the rolling hills and lake country of northwestern Connecticut, Lakeview offers the authentic small-town America experience that so many students dream about. You’ll be surrounded by forests, waterfalls, farmers’ markets, and quiet country roads perfect for cycling.

Best of all, you’re within easy reach of major destinations: New York City and Boston are both realistic weekend trips, and the beaches of the Connecticut shoreline, the Berkshire Mountains, and historic towns like Salem and Providence are all nearby. Weekends here are made for adventure.

Pay & Benefits

• $15.69 per hour — a strong, competitive wage for the region
• Tips included — housekeeping staff regularly receive guest gratuities, boosting your weekly earnings
• 36 hours per week guaranteed, with the potential for additional hours during busy periods
• Consistent, predictable schedule that leaves real time for travel and exploring
• Friendly, multicultural team environment with employees from around the world
• Hands-on experience in the American hospitality industry — a fantastic addition to your CV
• Daily English practice in a real workplace setting

Who We’re Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA program
• Conversational English skills (intermediate level or better)
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable with physically active work
• Detail-oriented with pride in a job well done
• Team players who enjoy meeting new people
• Available from summer through fall for the full program period

Ready to Apply?

Positions at Interlaken Inn fill quickly — hospitality roles in scenic New England locations are among the most requested placements every season. Secure your spot now and turn your summer into a story you’ll tell for years.