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City Of Roswell

Tour Guide Driver

Roswell, GA · On-site

$15 - $30/hr

... summer day camp. Assists in planning, organizing, coordinating, and scheduling recreation activities at City Recreation & Parks Department facilities, which meet the leisure needs and interest of the ...

City Of Roswell

Tour Guide Driver

Roswell, GA · On-site

$15 - $30/hr

... summer day camp. Assists in planning, organizing, coordinating, and scheduling recreation activities at City Recreation & Parks Department facilities, which meet the leisure needs and interest of the ...

FSAP and PETA

Tour Crew Positions

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$18.50/hr

You'll live on the road throughout tour seasons each year: winter/spring, summer, and fall. Altogether, this equates to 7 - 9 months on the road each year, give or take, with breaks in between tour ...

Everyday California

Kayak & Snorkel Guide

La Jolla, CA · On-site

$17.75/hr

... the Summer are desired! * Perfect for current college students or recent grads * Teachers, military veterans, EMS personal, and those with service industry experience make for great tour guides!

Everyday California

Kayak & Snorkel Guide

La Jolla, CA · On-site

$17.75/hr

... the Summer are desired! * Perfect for current college students or recent grads * Teachers, military veterans, EMS personal, and those with service industry experience make for great tour guides!

Everyday California

Kayak & Snorkel Guide

La Jolla, CA · On-site

$17.75/hr

... the Summer are desired! * Perfect for current college students or recent grads * Teachers, military veterans, EMS personal, and those with service industry experience make for great tour guides!

Alyeska Resort

Mountain Guide

Girdwood, AK · On-site

$20/hr

Mountain Adventure Guide Summer Operations - Alyeska Resort Are you passionate about the outdoors ... tour staging, and operational logistics. * Communicate with Alyeska Mountain Patrol or other ...

Alyeska Resort

Mountain Guide

Anchorage, AK

$20/hr

Mountain Adventure Guide Summer Operations - Alyeska Resort Are you passionate about the outdoors ... tour staging, and operational logistics. * Communicate with Alyeska Mountain Patrol or other ...

Alyeska Resort

Mountain Guide

Girdwood, AK

$20/hr

Mountain Adventure Guide Summer Operations - Alyeska Resort Are you passionate about the outdoors ... tour staging, and operational logistics. * Communicate with Alyeska Mountain Patrol or other ...

The Pennsylvania State University

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: * CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here ...

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How much do tour guide summer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for tour guide summer in the United States is $18.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Tour Guide Summer position, and why are they important?

A successful Tour Guide Summer needs strong knowledge of local history, culture, and attractions, usually supported by good research skills or prior experience in tourism. Proficiency with navigation tools, scheduling software, and sometimes first aid certification is often required. Excellent communication, storytelling, and interpersonal skills help tour guides engage and manage diverse groups effectively. These abilities are essential to provide memorable, safe, and seamless experiences for guests during busy travel seasons.

What is a Tour Guide Summer job?

A Tour Guide Summer job involves leading groups of tourists through specific locations, providing information about historical sites, landmarks, and cultural attractions. Guides ensure an engaging and educational experience by sharing relevant facts, stories, and answering visitor questions. The job may require strong communication skills, public speaking, and the ability to manage groups. Seasonal positions are common in tourist-heavy destinations, often requiring local knowledge and enthusiasm for the area.

What is a typical day like for a Summer Tour Guide?

A typical day for a Summer Tour Guide involves meeting groups of tourists, leading them through scheduled attractions, and providing engaging commentary while ensuring everyone's safety and comfort. Tour guides often start early and may lead multiple tours in a day, sometimes working outdoors in varying weather conditions. There is frequent coordination with other guides, transportation providers, and attraction staff to keep tours running smoothly. Flexibility is important, as itineraries can change based on group needs or local events. Opportunities to build connections with people from around the world and showcase your region make this an exciting and rewarding seasonal role.

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Infographic showing various Tour Guide Summer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,124 per year, or $18.8 per hour.
Admissions Summer Intern - Part-time (Summer 2026 900669)

Admissions Summer Intern - Part-time (Summer 2026 900669)

Middlebury College

Middlebury, VT • On-site

$15.40/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

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Job description

The Summer Intern's primary responsibility is to represent Middlebury College to visiting prospective students and families. Admissions Interns conduct daily tours of the campus Monday through Saturday and assist in greeting visitors to campus, answering phone calls, and responding to emails.

This is a Middlebury student Level C position paying $15.40 per hour.

Qualifications: 

Admissions Summer Interns are often the only current Middlebury students with whom our visitors interact during their summer campus visits. Ideal candidates should be able to relate to visitors who may have interests that differ from theirs and who can have a wide array of experiences at Middlebury. Summer Interns are expected to be professional, enthusiastic, positive, motivated, personable, and responsible. Admissions Summer Interns must be able to maintain good stamina and stay upbeat throughout the summer.

Core Responsibilities: 

  • Conduct campus tours to prospective students and families. 
  • Greet campus visitors and serve as a resource for them during their campus visit. 
  • Assist communications team with admissions initiatives. 
  • Facilitate group Q&A sessions with prospective students. 
  • Collaborate with other Admissions Summer Interns. 
  • Perform general office tasks, such as photocopying, filing, sorting mail, running on-campus errands, and organizing office resources. 
    • Previous Admissions tour guide experience required 

Requirements

  • Work well independently and show initiative to complete necessary work. 
  • Previous Admissions tour guide experience required 
Student Employment Eligibility:

Unless restricted by certain visa status, all students with an active status for the semester are eligible for jobs on campus.

Students on leave or withdrawn are not eligible to work in student employment positions until the semester in which they return. If you are currently withdrawn or on leave you are eligible to be employed in staff positions.

Some may be restricted due to financial aid status. International students (non-resident aliens) may not work off campus unless they have applied for and received work authorization from the United States government. (An F-1 visa does not give work authorization.) Off campus work study positions are available only to U.S. citizens on financial aid with a federal work study component.

Student are not eligible to work remotely from International locations.

Hour Limitations:

All student employees are limited to working no more than 20 hours per week in on campus jobs during the academic year (this includes exam periods). The only exception is when there is a full week when school is not in session. Specifically: February recess, Spring recess, and full weeks of December or summer recess. During these time periods only, students can work up to 40 hours per week. International Students: Visa restrictions prohibit international students from exceeding 20 hours of work per academic calendar week.

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Please note - Previous Middlebury College Admissions tour guide experience required 

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