Gift Shop Retail Associate at Alaska Collection Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge
Imagine clocking in with a panoramic view of Denali and the Alaska Range right outside your window. Alaska Collection Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, part of the Pursuit Collection, is looking for enthusiastic, hardworking students to join their Gift Shop team in the charming historic town of Talkeetna, Alaska — just 2 hours north of Anchorage.
As a Gift Shop Retail Associate, you'll be the face of the lodge's retail experience: helping guests find the perfect Alaskan souvenir, handling cash transactions, keeping shelves stocked, and maintaining a welcoming shop environment. No prior experience needed — just a great attitude and a sense of adventure!
Beyond work, Talkeetna is an outdoor paradise. Your employer organizes incredible cultural and adventure activities to make sure your time in Alaska is truly unforgettable.
- 💰 $15.50/hour, ~32–45 hrs/week; overtime paid after 40 hrs
- 🏠 On-site housing guaranteed — dorm or apartment style, only $70/week
- 🏔️ Stunning views of Denali and the Alaska Range every single day
- 🎉 Employer-organized events: Matanuska Glacier expedition, Alaska State Fair, hiking trips, 4th of July BBQ, and more
- ✈️ Flightseeing tours of Denali, jet boat tours, guided fishing trips nearby
- 🧺 Free on-site laundry, full kitchen, WiFi included in housing
- 👕 Uniform provided at no cost (shirt included); black pants & shoes required
- 🌲 Located in a small historic town of ~800 people — authentic Alaskan experience
- 📍 Only 2 hours from Anchorage, 2.5 hours from Denali National Park
- 🔄 Many seasonal employees return year after year — advancing in pay and responsibility
This is more than a summer job — it's a once-in-a-lifetime Alaskan adventure. Apply now and secure your spot before housing fills up!
