About the employer
Kampgrounds of America Cape Hatteras Outer Banks is a beachfront campground resort in Rodanthe, North Carolina, set between the Atlantic Ocean and the Pamlico Sound. It has a pool, hot tub, poolside cafe and an internet lounge with free Wi-Fi.
You can work in Recreation or Housekeeping, with a full summer roster of activities like pool games, tie-dying and family movie nights under the stars. Nearby you'll find kiteboarding, paddle boarding, kayaking, local restaurants and the historic Cape Hatteras lighthouse. It's a laid-back island location, so it's better for beach lovers than for big-city fans.
Housekeeping
General information
Job duties
- Clean daily bath house and room assignments including changing beds, dusting, vacuuming, and cleaning bathrooms.
- Use appropriate cleaning chemicals on appropriate items and only as trained, using appropriate safety measures such as gloves.
- Be aware of blood borne pathogen procedures and contact supervisor when needed.
- Bring all lost and found items to a housekeeping supervisor.
- Provide excellent and friendly guest service by being attentive, responsive and helpful to all guests' needs, and greet guests at every opportunity with a friendly welcome.
- Submit a list of supplies that need to be replenished on an as-needed basis to your immediate supervisor.
- Report all broken or damaged items within all KOA buildings, facilities and premises via a maintenance slip.
- Report all customer problems, requests or complaints to the campground manager or supervisor and follow up to resolve the issue if possible.
Housing
Details
Wake Up to the Atlantic Ocean Every Morning
Imagine finishing your shift, grabbing your board or beach towel, and walking straight onto one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the United States. That’s everyday life at Kampgrounds of America (KOA) Cape Hatteras in Rodanthe, North Carolina — a legendary spot on the Outer Banks where sand dunes, kiteboarders and endless summer sunsets are your new neighbours.
We’re hiring international university students for our Housekeeping team for the Summer-to-Fall season. If you’re reliable, energetic and ready for a genuine American beach-town summer, this is your Work & Travel USA adventure.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Cleaning and preparing cabins, deluxe lodges and camping accommodations for arriving guests
- Changing bed linens, making beds and refreshing towels and amenities
- Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting and sanitising bathrooms and kitchenettes
- Maintaining spotless public areas such as restrooms, bathhouses, laundry rooms and recreation spaces
- Restocking supplies and reporting maintenance issues to the team
- Greeting guests with a friendly smile and helping create a five-star camping experience
What’s In It For You
- Steady, guaranteed 40-hour weeks with weekly pay in US dollars
- A supportive, international team — KOA has decades of experience hosting Work & Travel students
- Life at one of America’s most iconic beach destinations
- Real hospitality experience for your CV plus practical, everyday English
- Friendships with students from around the world and unforgettable summer memories
What We’re Looking For
- University students aged 18-25 with a valid J-1 Work & Travel USA visa
- Conversational English and a positive, guest-focused attitude
- Attention to detail and pride in a job well done
- Physical stamina — the role involves standing, bending, lifting and lots of movement
- Flexibility to work weekends and holidays (our busiest, most fun times!)
- Team spirit, punctuality and a willingness to learn
Ready for Your OBX Summer?
Positions at KOA Cape Hatteras are among the most popular on the East Coast and fill quickly. Apply early to secure your spot and start counting down to a summer of ocean breezes, new friends and stories you’ll tell for years.
Why choose Kampgrounds of America Cape Hatteras Outer Banks
Why Rodanthe & the Outer Banks?
The Outer Banks (or “OBX” as locals call it) is a chain of barrier islands famous for its wild beaches, lighthouses, shipwreck history and world-class water sports. Rodanthe sits right on Hatteras Island — think warm ocean swims, sunrise over the Atlantic and sunset over Pamlico Sound on the very same day.
In your free time you can learn to kitesurf or paddleboard, cycle along the National Seashore, climb the iconic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, go fishing off the pier, or take a road trip to Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills (birthplace of aviation!) and the wild horses of Corolla. Weekend adventures to Norfolk, Virginia Beach or Washington, D.C. are all within reach.
About North Carolina
Северна Каролина обхваща атлантическите плажове, Аутър Банкс и планините Блу Ридж. Студентите работят в плажни и планински курорти, хотели и ресторанти в щат с огромно природно разнообразие.
