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If you’re curious about Vermont outdoor careers, you’ve come to the right place.
What is a Vermont Outdoor Career?
A better question might be what isn’t an outdoor career–that’s because outdoor recreation represents 4.8% of Vermont's GDP, the second highest ranking in the nation. An innovative, inclusive, and skilled outdoor workforce is key to growing Vermont’s outdoor economy and having a positive impact in Vermont’s communities from Bennington to Beecher Falls.
Outdoor careers are rooted in the more than 16,000 outdoor jobs across the state. Many are directly connected to outdoor recreation activities in the woods and waters, such as adventure guides, event directors, environmental educators, photographers, bicycle mechanics, and trail builders.
The workplaces of other professions are indoors, but the skill sets are just as essential, from finance to human resources, customer relations, and information technology.
Why a Vermont outdoor job? Working an outdoor job means making a difference - from expanding participation to finding solutions for climate change. It means sharing Vermont’s outdoor and healthy lifestyle and growing as a professional with the plethora of mentors and development opportunities.
THE LAND
An unparalleled natural landscape from the remote backcountry for camping to rushing rivers for paddling and quiet backyards for birding.
THE CULTURE
A diverse community finding joy, wellness, and curiosity in the outdoors and the work place.
THE CAREER
A myriad of skill sets for outdoor jobs attracting teams of energetic professionals with career advancement within the state’s robust industry.
THE PURPOSE
Values-led employers dedicated to high quality products and experiences, contributing to vibrant communities, aspiring for equitable spaces, and solving climate challenges.
Watch Career Spotlights
We've set out to uncover the stories behind Vermont outdoor professionals who love their jobs. Learn about career journeys from education to experiences in the field, factory and shop. Technical outdoor jobs in construction, mechanics, instruction, and manufacturing are only a few of the many pathways within the highly diversified sector for living and working in Vermont.
