summer jobs in Montana

Spend your Summer Working in Montana

Looking for a summer job in Montana? We have seasonal openings each year and offer an opportunity to live, work and fish in Big Sky country.

The Madison Valley in SW Montana provides a true playground for the outdoor enthusiast! World class fly fishing, remote hiking trails, kayaking, whitewater rafting, and Yellowstone National Park are just a stone’s throw away. Madison Valley Ranch lies in the heart of all of these activities while providing friendly, small-town living in Ennis, Montana.

Madison Valley Ranch is a luxury, all-inclusive fly-fishing lodge located just minutes from downtown Ennis and an hour’s drive from Bozeman. Come join our team at SW MT’s premier Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Lodge and enjoy a fun-filled season working hard, while taking advantage of all this stunning area has to offer on your days off!

Love the Outdoors?

Here in the Madison Valley we are surrounded by endless opportunities for exploring the outdoors. We are flanked by national forest on both sides, the upper Madison River is in our backyard and Yellowstone is a short drive away. World-class skiing, hiking, biking, climbing, kiteboarding, fishing and more are easily accessible from our staff house.

Employees fishing the pond

We Offer Housing!

We have staff housing available that is close to town and the lodge. Rooms are single or double occupancy with a shared bathroom. The furnished home offers a full kitchen, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, small office area, living room, dining area, washer/dryer, and wireless internet.

A $250 refundable security deposit is required prior to moving in. Lodging is charged at $125 per month, which can be deducted from your paycheck or paid in advance.

2025 Positions Available

Housekeeping jobs in Montana

Housekeepers

This is among the most important roles at MVR as we take great pride in providing guests with clean, tidy and sanitized facilities at all times. The role of housekeeper is a physical job with great hours that leaves plenty of time for those that want to spend the rest of the day exploring our awesome valley.

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All-Around Staff

You're a jack of all trades that doesn't mind serving breakfast in the morning, netting fish in the pond for our guests, assisting the housekeepers or maintaining the restoration project on Jack Creek. The ability to complete a variety of tasks throughout the day with the energy to chase big trout afterwards sounds like a good way to spend a summer to you.

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Servers

Many of our Housekeepers and All-Around Staff Members take extra hours to serve breakfast and/or dinner. It is a great opportunity to interact with our guests, work closely with our kitchen and enjoy a gourmet meal after your shift. This can also be a great part-time job for local residents looking for a few more hours during the summer months.

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Kitchen Staff

This is the perfect opportunity for anyone looking to work in one of Montana's finest kitchens. Our culinary team consistently delivers gourmet breakfasts, catered lunches and 4-course dinners that the highlight of many guests' stay with us.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for a 2025 position with us, please send a resume and a brief cover letter containing the following information:

  • Which position(s) are you are interested in applying for?
  • What personal and professional qualities can you bring to MVR?
  • What dates are you available to work?
  • Please provide 3 references

All information is required for consideration. Please do not call us; we will contact you if you meet the requirements for the position. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process. We thank you for your interest in joining the MVR team.

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