Basin Harbor

Your American Summer Starts on the Shores of Lake Champlain

Imagine waking up to misty mornings over Lake Champlain, working alongside students from all over the world, and finishing your shift with a sunset swim or a kayak ride across the water. That's everyday life at Basin Harbor in Vergennes, Vermont – a historic 700-acre lakeside resort that has welcomed guests since 1886 and Work & Travel students for decades.

We're hiring Resort Workers for the Summer to Fall season, and we're looking for energetic university students who want more than just a job – you want a story worth telling back home.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Resort Worker, you'll be part of the team that keeps our guests smiling. Depending on where you're placed, your duties may include:

• Assisting in food and beverage outlets – serving, bussing tables, hosting, and supporting the dining room team
• Helping in the kitchen with food preparation, dishwashing, and keeping stations clean and organized
• Housekeeping duties in guest cottages and rooms – making beds, refreshing linens, and preparing spaces for arriving guests
• Supporting front desk, recreation, and grounds teams during busy resort days
• Delivering warm, friendly service and answering guest questions about the resort and the area

No prior experience is required – full training is provided. What matters most is your attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn.

Why Vergennes, Vermont?

Vergennes is the smallest city in Vermont and one of the most charming spots in New England. Basin Harbor sits directly on Lake Champlain, with views across the water to the Adirondack Mountains in New York. On your days off you can:

• Swim, paddleboard, kayak, and sail right on the property
• Hike the Green Mountains or bike Vermont's famous country roads
• Visit Burlington (about 45 minutes away) for concerts, nightlife, and shopping
• Take weekend trips to Montreal, Boston, or New York City
• Experience the legendary New England autumn – Vermont's fall foliage is world famous, and staying into the fall season means you'll see it in full color

Pay & Benefits

• $14.46 per hour – a solid, competitive wage
• 40 hours per week guaranteed schedule
• Tips included – boost your earnings in guest-facing roles
• Overtime opportunities during peak weeks
• Employee meals and access to resort facilities and staff activities
• A truly international team – make friends from across the globe
• A U.S. reference and real hospitality experience for your CV

What We're Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 with a valid J-1 Work & Travel visa
• Conversational English and confidence talking to guests
• A positive, team-first attitude and strong work ethic
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Availability from summer through the fall season

Ready to Apply?

Positions at Basin Harbor fill quickly – this is one of the most popular Work & Travel USA placements in New England. Apply early, secure your spot, and get ready for a summer on Lake Champlain that you'll never forget.