About the employer
The Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation operates hospitality, retail and entertainment venues in the small town of Medora, North Dakota, less than 50 miles from Dickinson. Positions include front desk representative, host/cashier, busser, kitchen crew, retail sales and ticketing roles, and theatre operations staff. Housing owned or arranged by the employer is guaranteed for everyone hired, though you may also find your own, and a second job is likely to be available.
Pay and hours
Housing
Housing is employer-provided: motel-style rooms and double-occupancy dormitory rooms, so you share with one other person. Blankets, pillows, towels and linens are provided, laundry is free and all TRMF buildings have WiFi. The housing sits on campus around the Life Skills Center, with a fitness center, dining center and lounges; there are no kitchens, but microwaves are available.
Housekeeper (Early Arrival) – Medora, North Dakota
Ready to trade lecture halls for the wide-open skies of the American West? A respected Foundation in the historic town of Medora, North Dakota is looking for motivated Work & Travel students to join its housekeeping team for the 2026 season. This is an early arrival position, which means you get more weeks in the USA, more paychecks, and more time to explore before the summer crowds arrive.
What You Get
- A long season with steady hours — great earning potential over almost seven months
- Early arrival means fewer students competing for shifts and a smoother start
- Employer support with housing arrangements and community integration
- Real-life English practice and hospitality experience for your CV
- New friends from all over the world and a genuine American cultural exchange
- Easy access to national parks and iconic road-trip routes
Requirements
- Full-time university student aged 18–25, eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA program
- Conversational English (intermediate level or above)
- Ability to work on your feet, bend, lift and move around throughout the shift
- Attention to detail, reliability and a strong work ethic
- Positive attitude and willingness to work weekends and holidays
- Availability to arrive by mid-March 2026 and stay for the full season
Places for early arrival positions are limited. Apply now and spend your 2026 season working, travelling and living the Wild West chapter of your American story in Medora, North Dakota!
Location: Medora, North Dakota
Why Medora, North Dakota?
Medora is a one-of-a-kind destination: a charming Old West town of colorful storefronts, wooden boardwalks and cowboy history, sitting right at the gateway to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. On your days off you can hike through the surreal Badlands, spot wild bison, prairie dogs and wild horses, watch a legendary outdoor musical under the stars, or ride horseback across endless prairie. The pace is friendly, the community is welcoming, and the sunsets are unforgettable — it’s the kind of authentic small-town America most travelers never get to see.
About North Dakota
North Dakota offers wide prairies, badlands and a genuine slice of small-town America. Students work in resorts, hotels and attractions in a quiet, friendly and affordable summer setting.
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