Williams Cottage Inn

Your Summer on the Jersey Shore Starts Here

Imagine waking up to salty ocean air, biking to work past pastel beach cottages, and finishing your shift with a sunset swim in the Atlantic. That's everyday life for our team at Williams Cottage Inn in Beach Haven, New Jersey – a charming boutique inn on Long Beach Island, one of the East Coast's most beloved summer destinations.

We're looking for energetic, reliable university students to join us as Operations Assistants from summer through fall. If you love meeting people from all over the world, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to earn great money while living the American beach-town experience, this is your job.

What You'll Be Doing

• Welcoming guests at check-in and check-out, and making sure every stay feels special
• Preparing and refreshing guest rooms and common areas to our high standards
• Assisting with breakfast service, coffee stations, and guest amenities
• Supporting laundry, linens, and inventory organization
• Helping set up and run inn events, weddings, and seasonal celebrations
• Answering guest questions about local beaches, restaurants, and attractions
• General light maintenance and keeping the property looking picture-perfect

Why Beach Haven, New Jersey?

Beach Haven sits on Long Beach Island (LBI) – 18 miles of white sand beaches, boardwalk arcades, ice cream shops, and legendary sunsets over Barnegat Bay. Your free time can include surfing lessons, kayaking, the Fantasy Island amusement park, mini golf, and beach bonfires with friends from around the globe.

Best of all, you're perfectly positioned for weekend adventures: Atlantic City is under an hour away, Philadelphia about 90 minutes, and New York City just a couple of hours by car or bus. Washington D.C. and Boston are easy long-weekend trips.

Pay & Benefits

• $20.00 per hour – one of the strongest rates in the Work & Travel program
• Tips included – boost your earnings significantly during peak season
• 40 guaranteed hours per week, with overtime opportunities in high season
• Extended season from summer into fall – more weeks, more money, more travel time
• Friendly, supportive management experienced with international students
• Real hospitality experience for your CV from a respected American inn
• A tight-knit international team and lifelong friendships

What We're Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 enrolled in the Work & Travel USA program
• Conversational to good English communication skills
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and attention to detail
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts
• Ability to be on your feet and handle physical tasks during a shift
• Team player who enjoys guest interaction – no prior experience required, we train you!

Ready to Apply?

Positions at Williams Cottage Inn fill fast – Jersey Shore jobs with $20/hour and tips are in high demand. Secure your spot now and make this the summer you'll talk about for the rest of your life.