Retail Sales Associate at Identity Sport Inc – Traverse City, Michigan
Join Identity Sport Inc – one of Traverse City's most beloved retail destinations – for an unforgettable Work & Travel USA summer season! With three unique stores in the heart of downtown Traverse City, Michigan, Identity Sport offers custom resort wear and souvenirs to thousands of visitors each summer. As a Retail Sales Associate, you'll be at the centre of the action, meeting guests from all over the world and helping them find the perfect keepsake from Northern Michigan.
Traverse City is a buzzing summer hotspot on the shores of Lake Michigan, famous for its National Cherry Festival, Traverse City Film Festival, stunning Sleeping Bear Dunes, and a lively downtown packed with markets, live music, and events. This is not just a job – it's a full American summer experience!
Your employer takes care of you from day one: affordable housing is guaranteed within walking distance of work, and the team organises dinners, movie nights, and trips to local attractions throughout the season.
- 💵 $14/hour base wage; overtime paid at $21/hour after 40 hrs/week
- 📅 Expected 40–45 hours/week; up to 60 hrs possible
- 🏠 Employer-provided housing ~$75/week, within 1 mile of stores
- 🎽 Free uniform: 3 T-shirts + hoodie
- 🛍️ 30% employee discount in all Identity Sport stores
- 🏷️ 10% downtown discount card for participating local shops
- 🎁 End-of-season bonus for motivated employees who complete their dates
- 🌍 Cultural events, company parties, trips to Sleeping Bear Dunes and more
- 📶 Free WiFi in housing and downtown Traverse City
- ✅ No previous experience required – 1-week paid training provided
If you're energetic, love talking to people, and want to spend your summer in one of Michigan's most beautiful towns, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
