About the employer
Holiday World & Splashin' Safari is a family-owned theme park and water park in Santa Claus, Indiana. It's known for top ranked coasters, plenty of family rides and shows, and Santa Claus himself, while Splashin' Safari is one of the world's largest water parks. Guests enjoy free soft drinks, free sunscreen and free parking.
As a seasonal student you'll work in a busy, guest-focused environment. Team members get exclusive employee ride nights, game and movie nights, sport competitions, picnics and parties, 50% off food in the park, free admission to reciprocal parks, bus trip options and an engagement program with points for prizes. Santa Claus is a smaller town, but Christmas themed stores, Lincoln State Park, a drive-in theater, kayaking, Patoka Lake and Marengo Cave are nearby, with Louisville, Indianapolis, Evansville and Nashville within day-trip distance.
The job as Lifeguard
What you'll do
- Work in Splashin' Safari
- Watch over guests as they enjoy the water to ensure water park safety
- Enforce water park rules
- Follow company policies
- Show up on time
- Treat guests with respect and courtesy
- Attend in season course training
What is required
Pay and hours
Housing
You'll stay in employer-arranged, dormitory-style housing built in 2023, with a 24/7 front desk, security monitoring, central heating/air conditioning, lounges on each floor and vending machines. Rooms are shared by 2-4 students and include bunk beds, lockers, a microwave and a mini-fridge. There's free WiFi, a large shared kitchen, laundry on every floor and communal bathrooms with private locking stalls and shower pods.
Location: Santa Claus, Indiana
Why Santa Claus, Indiana?
Yes, the town really is named Santa Claus – with street names like Candy Cane Lane and Christmas Boulevard! Located in the rolling hills of southern Indiana, it’s a safe, welcoming small town surrounded by lakes, forests, and friendly locals who love hosting international students every summer. On your days off you can explore nearby Lake Rudolph, hike in Lincoln State Park, or take weekend trips to Louisville, Nashville, Indianapolis, Chicago, and St. Louis – all within driving distance.
About Indiana
Indiana offers lakes, resorts like French Lick and friendly Midwestern towns. Students typically work in resort hotels, restaurants and attractions in a relaxed, affordable summer setting.
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