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Japan Trip Operations Lead

Seattle, WA · On-site

$173K/yr

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The Pennsylvania State University

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How much do adventure tourism jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for adventure tourism in the United States is $116,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,000.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Adventure Tourism position, and why are they important?

To excel in Adventure Tourism, you need knowledge of outdoor adventure activities, safety procedures, destination expertise, and often a background in recreation or tourism management. Certifications such as Wilderness First Aid, CPR, and potentially specific qualifications like climbing or guiding certificates are commonly required, along with familiarity with GPS and booking systems. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help build rapport with guests and manage dynamic environments. These skills and credentials ensure guest safety, trip enjoyment, and operational efficiency in a fast-paced, unpredictable setting.

What is an Adventure Tourism job?

An Adventure Tourism job involves planning, organizing, and leading outdoor and travel experiences that focus on excitement, exploration, and cultural immersion. Professionals in this field may work as tour guides, travel consultants, or adventure activity instructors, offering activities like hiking, rafting, or wildlife safaris. They ensure customer safety, provide local insights, and enhance travelers' experiences. This role requires strong communication skills, physical fitness, and a passion for travel and adventure.

What are some typical challenges faced in an Adventure Tourism role?

Professionals in adventure tourism often face challenges such as managing group dynamics, adapting to rapidly changing weather conditions, and ensuring participant safety in remote locations. They must be prepared to handle emergencies, unexpected route changes, and varying skill levels among clients. Regular training and situational awareness are essential to safely lead excursions and provide memorable experiences. Working in this field requires flexibility, quick thinking, and a passion for the outdoors, making it both rewarding and sometimes physically demanding.

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Infographic showing various Adventure Tourism job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 48% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 31% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,999 per year, or $56.2 per hour.

Tourism & Operations Intern - San Francisco

Indie Campers

San Francisco, CA

$17.87/hr

Internship

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

ABOUT US

Indie Campers, the go-to campervan Marketplace, is on a mission of making road trips available to everyone. Thanks to its digital approach and customer-centric orientation, Indie Campers has developed a strong booking experience and high-quality road trips at affordable prices.

With over one million nights rented through our travel platform, we have welcomed more than 300,000 travellers from 169 countries. We offer a comprehensive and expanding array of road trip possibilities: short-term RV rentals, long-term campervan subscriptions, and the possibility of buying one of our vehicles available for sale.

Rooted in a deep technological focus, our challenges are both exciting and demanding and require top talent and motivation to be successfully pursued. We are growing our team and looking for those interested in pursuing this dream with us and joining an ever-developing journey.

THE ROLE

We're on the lookout for passionate students or recent graduates who want to dive into the exciting world of RV and campervan rentals and gain hands-on tourism experience at our San Francisco Depot.

As our Tourism & Operations Intern, you'll be the friendly face of our brand - welcoming guests, setting them up for road trips of a lifetime, and ensuring their journey ends just as wonderfully as it began. If you thrive on meeting new people, love a challenge, and enjoy the buzz of a fast-paced environment, your next adventure starts here!


WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?

Front-office activities:

  • Customer service and sales: Take care of check-ins and check-outs, register guests, process payments, explain campervan functionalities, terms and conditions, upsell road trip extras.

Back-office activities:

  • Operations handling: Align the reservations with the available campervans, verify and prepare campers and road trip extras and kits.
  • Quality control: Maintain the campervans in top condition, identify and act on possible maintenance or repair needs.
  • Support activities: Support the team in monitoring the existing stock, coordinating the fleet of campervans, troubleshooting operational issues.


WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

  • You are a student or recent graduate in Hospitality, Tourism, International Studies, Business Administration or a related field looking for an internship;
  • You are fluent in English, have a work permit (if applicable), and a valid driver's licence (for both manual and automatic vehicles);
  • You like international environments and meeting new cultures;
  • You possess a natural talent for connecting with people and have a strong customer service orientation;
  • You have a problem-solving mindset, thriving to create solutions and feeling comfortable with getting your hands dirty.


THE INDIE COMMITMENT

  • Base compensation of $17.87 for the internship length;
  • Online and on-the-job training to develop relevant skills for your growth: guest relations, customer service, problem-solving, communication, team spirit, organisation, time management, fleet coordination, supplies management and logistics;
  • Career opportunities and the possibility of integration in Indie Campers after the internship.

Are you ready to Go Indie?