Retail Associate
Work Where Others Vacation – Glacier National Park, Montana
Imagine clocking out and having glacier-carved peaks, turquoise alpine lakes and mountain-goat trails as your backyard. Glacier Park by Pursuit is looking for enthusiastic university students to join the retail team in West Glacier, Montana, right on the legendary Going-To-The-Sun Road – one of the most scenic drives on the planet.
This is more than a summer job. It’s a full American adventure: friendly guests from around the world, an international team of students who quickly become your family, and days off spent hiking, kayaking and chasing waterfalls in one of the USA’s most breathtaking national parks.
Your Role as a Retail Associate
- Welcome guests with a smile and help them find the perfect souvenir, apparel item or park essential
- Operate the cash register and handle sales transactions accurately
- Restock shelves, price merchandise and keep displays looking fresh and inviting
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe store environment
- Share tips and information about the park, trails and local highlights with visitors
- Support your team with inventory counts and deliveries
Position Details
- Employer: Glacier Park by Pursuit – West Glacier
- Position: Retail Associate
- Location: Going-To-The-Sun Road, West Glacier, Montana
- Pay: $14.50 per hour
- Hours: approximately 35 hours per week (overtime often available)
- Season: Summer to Fall
- Tips: Not applicable for this position
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Live and work inside one of America’s most iconic national parks
- Employee housing available on or near property – no stressful apartment hunting
- Employee meal plans, discounts on retail, tours and attractions
- Free or discounted access to Pursuit adventures – boat cruises, Red Bus tours and more
- Employee events, hiking clubs and an incredible international community
- Easy access to Whitefish, Kalispell and legendary trails like Highline and Avalanche Lake
- Real US customer service experience for your CV and huge improvement in your English
What We’re Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 eligible for the Work & Travel USA (J-1) program
- Conversational to good English – you’ll be talking with guests all day
- Positive, energetic attitude and genuine love for helping people
- Reliability, punctuality and a team-player mindset
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift light boxes of merchandise
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays and varied shifts
- Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus, but not required – full training provided
Ready for Your Montana Summer?
Positions in Glacier National Park are among the most popular in the entire Work & Travel USA program and they fill fast. Apply early, secure your spot, and get ready for a summer of mountains, memories and new friends from every corner of the world.
About Montana
Montana is big-sky country - Yellowstone, Glacier National Park and endless mountains. Most students work in park lodges, resorts and gateway towns, surrounded by some of America's most dramatic nature.
