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Positions: Adventure Coordinator - Sales  |  Ecotourism Internship

Adventure Coordinator - Sales

Closing Date: Position is CLOSED.

This position involves planning and creating trips for clients to our various destinations, from the wonders of the Galapagos Islands to the mystery of Machu Picchu and beyond. Foreign travel experience is required, preferably to Latin America or other parts of the developing world. Progressive compensation includes a base + commission with the expected first year compensation being $28k-$34k. See other benefits below.

Passion and enthusiasm for foreign travel and culture is essential. In addition, excellent organizational and writing skills, multitasking abilities and self-motivation are all key characteristics of successful Adventure Coordinators. We offer competitive compensation, health insurance, vacation, holidays, retirement, flexible scheduling and travel benefits.

This is an office position in Missoula, Montana that entails managing several dozen e-mails each day with overseas outfitters, conversing with clients about upcoming trips, and continually researching cultural, natural and archaeological destinations in each country.

Desired Skills and Experience
• Bachelors degree or higher
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Experience in multi-project management
• Knowledge of Word and Excel required
• Ability to work with little guidance
• Ability to create and apply innovative solutions
• Ability to learn new skills on your own
• Conversational Spanish is a plus but not required.
• Foreign travel experience required - preferably in Latin America or other parts of the developing world.

Compensation/Benefits:
Health insurance
SIMPLE IRA - similar to a 401(k)
Annual continuing education stipend
Annual travel opportunities to one of our destinations

This is a full time position with some flexibility in scheduling after training.

Please review our web site for more information on Adventure Life Journeys: http://www.adventure-life.com

How to Apply
Please send a resume, cover letter and typing test to the address or e-mail below. If graduated from college in the last four years, please send transcripts (unofficial transcripts are fine). IMPORTANT: Send all materials in the same packet or email. Do NOT send information in seperate emails, as some information may be lost.

Adventure Life Journeys
1655 S 3rd St W, Suite 1
Missoula, MT 59801

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* Typing test can been taken for free online, at some temp agencies or at a job services office. For online test do a search on google.com for "typing test."

Ecotourism Internship

Closing Date: Position is Closed. Starting Date: Next internship will not be offered until Fall 2008.

Adventure Life is offering a 3-5 month paid internship position in their Missoula office. The ecotourism industry is one of the most exciting and fastest growing industries on the planet, and Adventure Life is at the forefront of this field with its home-stay programs, rainforest lodges, small ship charters and native guides. Last year nearly 2,700 people traveled with us to places such as Machu Picchu in Peru, the Bolivian Amazon, the wild Galapagos Islands, Costa Rica’s most remote rainforest, and the Western Hemisphere’s largest coral reef off the shores of Belize.

Our company is going on its ninth year in Missoula. Each year we have added new itineraries, destinations and staff. Now, we’re offering the chance for a university student to learn about ecotourism and assist us in our Missoula office.

The position requires a 3-month commitment for at least 3 days per week and 15-20 hours each week. The internship pays $7.50/hr. The Adventure Coordinator Intern will have the challenging responsibilities of assisting in the daily routine of making the office run (assembling confirmation packets, assisting in client follow-up, answering phones, filing, client mailings).

We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a positive attitude. Students from all majors are encouraged to apply; we ask only that they possess a genuine enthusiasm for foreign cultures, ecology and history.

Internship Information
  • Paid internship - $7.50/hr
  • 3-month commitment
  • 15-20 hrs a week/3 days a week

Additional Desired Skills and Experience
  • Superb organizational skills
  • Superb communication skills
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Knowledge of Word and Excel desired
  • Ability to work with little guidance
  • Ability to learn new skills on your own
  • Foreign travel experience is helpful, but not required

Please review our website for more information on Adventure Life Journeys:
http://www.adventure-life.com

How to Apply
Please send a resume, cover letter, unofficial transcript, and references to the address or e-mail below.

Attn: Allison De Jong
Adventure Life Journeys
1655 S 3rd St W, Suite 1
Missoula, MT 59801

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