Alaska Collection Seward Windsong Lodge

Work Where Others Vacation – Seward, Alaska

Imagine finishing your shift and hiking to a glacier. Imagine spotting bald eagles on your walk to work, watching humpback whales breach in Resurrection Bay, and living under the endless light of the Alaskan summer sun. At Alaska Collection Seward Windsong Lodge, this isn’t a daydream – it’s your Work & Travel USA summer.

Nestled in the lush Resurrection River Valley, just minutes from the world-famous Exit Glacier and Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward Windsong Lodge welcomes travelers from around the globe. We’re looking for energetic, reliable university students to join our housekeeping team and help create unforgettable guest experiences.

Your Role: Laundry / Room Attendant

As a Room and Laundry Attendant, you’re the heart of our guest experience. Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Cleaning and preparing guest rooms to Alaska Collection’s high standards – making beds, dusting, vacuuming and sanitizing bathrooms
• Restocking amenities, linens and supplies
• Operating commercial washers and dryers; sorting, folding and organizing laundry
• Maintaining cleanliness in public areas, hallways and back-of-house spaces
• Reporting maintenance issues and lost & found items
• Greeting guests with a friendly smile and helping create a warm, welcoming lodge atmosphere

Pay & Benefits

• $15.75 per hour – one of the strongest starting rates in the Work & Travel program
• 40 guaranteed hours per week, with overtime opportunities during peak season
• Tips included – boost your earnings with guest gratuities
• Employer-arranged housing options and staff meal programs
• Employee discounts on Alaska Collection lodges, tours and activities
• Staff excursions and social events with an international team
• Season: Summer to Fall – enjoy both the midnight sun and the first golden colors of Alaskan autumn

Why Seward?

Seward is a small coastal town of big adventures. In your free time you can kayak among icebergs, take a boat cruise through Kenai Fjords to see orcas and sea lions, hike the legendary Mount Marathon trail, fish for salmon, visit the Alaska SeaLife Center, or simply watch the sunset over the bay at 11 PM. Anchorage is a scenic 2.5-hour drive away, making weekend trips easy.

What We’re Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA program
• Conversational English communication skills
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail and reliability
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and lift up to 25 kg during shifts
• Positive, team-oriented attitude – our team is your Alaskan family
• Availability for the full summer-to-fall season, including weekends and holidays

Ready for Your Alaskan Summer?

No prior housekeeping experience is required – just bring your enthusiasm, a strong work ethic and a sense of adventure. Positions fill quickly, so apply today and start your journey to the Last Frontier!