Thank you for the awesome video. I am graduating from culinary school in May 2022 and I am looking into going up to Alaska and working at Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge in the kitchen. I was looking for information on how this works and you did a great job explaining it. Hopefully, I can make it a reality and go work up there next summer. Thank you!!
Same! It it only rained about a weeks worth when I was there. The message I got from the locals and the other seasoned workers was that it usually rains a lot and they were surprised at the lack of rain- thus I thought it would be helpful to add rain as a preface. :)
LMAO first I watched your videos in 2022 because I join nccc. Now it’s 2024 and I’m watching this because I got a summer job in Alaska. Seems like I’m unintentionally following in your footsteps
That's so funny! I feel like lots of people who were in NCCC got the travel bug or got curious about the seasonal lifestyle. I hope you have an amazing time in Alaska, its so beautiful out there!
Dear Sabrina I just found you and subscribe right the way!!! Can I ask you which location in Alaska you recommend for summer seasonal job. I am more looking for adventure than money definitely not in middle of nowhere 😊! Thank you so much in advance!!!!
@@allabrooklyn4999 Hi! Thank you so much! If money doesn’t matter and you dont want to be in the middle of nowhere then there are lots of options. If your sense of adventure is more hiking and camping then the Denali area would be perfect! There are lots of cool jobs out there but its not in the middle of nowhere (depending on where you go) and lots of travelers frequent the national park area in the summer. However if you are looking for more small town and marine life then I have some friends who worked in Seward for whale watching companies and really loved it. Will you be taking a car/driving while there? What would you say is the type of adventure you are looking for? How remote do you want or not want to be?
Thanks Sabrina, I am planning to find a job next year for summer. I am 56yrs old, very active, fit and finally have the time to do this. Do you think there will be a problem finding work because of my age? Please let me know what you think. Thanks for the info!!
Hi! I do think that people are often deterred from seasonal work because they feel like age is a factor, but in reality there are people of all ages working many different types of seasonal jobs! What it really comes down to is; are fit enough to get the job done and have the basic skill set needed for the job. I personally don't think you should have an issue finding a seasonal job due to your age. I hope you find one that provides you with a great experience.
Is expatriates are allowed to work in fishing jobs, basically I'm Indian and look forward to do seasonal jobs. If chances are available, the company will take care of up and down travel expenses and visa expenses. Anyway this video is so informative. God bless for sharing the opportunities. Thankyou!😊
Im looking for high pay seasonal job but on the fish processing area ( i heard theres a 5 week season job during summer) what places do you recomend me to apply 🤔 thanks
Hi again! When it comes to the fish processing jobs, you should have a lot of options. It's a lot of work, but you are right, the pay is defiantly high! I am not sure about specific companies when it comes to the fish processing jobs. My advise would be: When applying for those jobs, since the majority of them/the pay turn out to be the same, consider the location you will be in and if it is an area where you can get the most out of your experience (if exploring something you are interested in). There should be a lot of posting on the different seasonal job sites!
@@bostonblunt Yes, i just went to NAKNEK for the first time, and worked for AGS salmon season I agree with you, you need to experience by really going and work there, its very different from what ever you inquire over the internet or direct from the company, the information the give you its real, but for my experience, there its a time wherenyour body and mind dont click, i couldnt finish the season, i decided to go back, and realized that i was not the only one, many people return even at the first days of work, people comes and gors every day, even company pays trip, they make a lot of money from this and can be able to spend lots of money bringing workers from everywhere, i dont know if i will go back after this, i need to work on my emotions because thats a very important thing , you dont have cel internet or anything like that, whitch is good at some point, but yes its hard to explain at the same time, you need to experience in order to get your own opinion, thanks for the comment 🤓
As an alaskan this is alright but not quite accurate. Seasons are yearly as well, year to year there are longer weather cycles. Some summers there will be no shorts lol
Hi! This is not just for Americans! There are tons of seasonal work opportunities across the USA for international workers, and that includes Alaska! You just have to find a business/company that hires staff on a J1 VISA- and there are lots in Alaska that do! You can find them using seasonal work websites like Coolworks!
Hi! I have a list of websites that post seasonal work opportunities! You can find that list in the description of a different video of mine, here: th-cam.com/video/1eY9vOp7OZ0/w-d-xo.html (Just scroll to the descriptions and I have the websites typed out.)
@@newwave3792 Oh, okay! I do not personally know anything about them, but it looks like they have good reviews on Indeed and Glassdoor overall. When it comes to processing plants I do know that it is a lot of repetitive work and can be a lot of hours, but you can make a good chunk of money and have little expenses.
Hello Sabrina do you know what places have the seasonal jobs that has around 5 week season job? Its during the summer season but i dont know what companies are, thanks
Hi! Do you mean there are companies in Alaska that only hire for 5 weeks? If so, I am not sure about any of these. Try looking on Cool Works (the seasonal job websites), there may be some job postings on there that you are looking for.
I have a job offer to go drive tour bus in Alaska. But I need to hear about other people's experiences first. I don't think I should accept the first offer that comes along. Any advice?
Hi! That sounds like a good job- it seems you will get a chance to see everything the tourists see, but multiple times so that you wont miss anything! I would say, if the job and location are what you are looking for go for it! However, there are tons of options for jobs in Alaska, so if this one doesn't sound like the one you want you should have plenty of options. Have you looked at other options on coolworks? They are my favorite site to use for seasonal jobs and have SO many Alaska options! (It's a complete free site) Personally, when I worked in Alaska, I chose my job based on location. It was a small island that I knew I would NEVER get the chance to go to if I didnt take the job (and I had never been a housekeeper before so I wanted to try it out). In the end, it was a good decision and while I wouldn't change that, I do wish that I had more to do during my off time. The other job I had been offered, that I turned down, was in the middle of the mountains and had SO many options to hike in my free time. It also had many more people working there, so I would have had a chance to meet more people and socialize more. So, I guess my advice would be: consider the location and opportunities you will get to do/have before accepting the job. Either way, Alaska is beautiful and I hope you have an amazing time! I hope that helps, and good luck!
Hi! Yes they do! It is very common for people from other countries to work a summer in the USA. The VISA that I see most often for this situation is a J1 VISA. It may be difficult or different, at the moment, due to the pandemic. I know VISAs are tricky this summer for a lot of countries. However, in “normal” years it’s definitely a normal thing.
@@lungelongubane4071 great question! From what I know, the company you come over to work with can help you get everything set up. Some also pay for it. My friends who all came over on the VISA had an agency place them in a job in the USA and then go through the entire VISA process with them and get their paperwork in order. Does that help? I dont know too many details of getting a work VISA for the USA.
@@theworkingexpat if its an either or type of situation with the visa I completely understand I mean they are paying for us to come all the way to Alaska so the least we can do is pay for a visa, send all our documentation they will need and off we go
Yes you can defiantly work a season in Alaska if you are from another country! Just make sure that when you are applying to jobs, the company you apply with is accepting workers who are from outside the USA. While the majority do, as it is very normal, some may still not be doing so due to COVID. Once you get hired you will have to get the correct working VISA (the business you get a job with should be able to help with the process or at least point you in the right direction) and you will be good to go.
@@williamcastling9975 you can check out different job postings on seasonal work websites. I recommend using the website “cool works”, but I have a list of 10 other websites (links in the description) of my “where to find seasonal work” video that you can use.
Hi Im a brazilian and day 7 this month I will arrive in Anchorage...I want to know if I can get a job without a social security number and if I can get job living the job...
Hi! The business that you work for should be able to help you/arrange for you to obtain a social security number so that you can legally work in the country. It is not too hard of a process and I have had many friends that have done it. Most people that I know secure a job before coming to the states, because there are different VISA processes you must go through to be able to work here. I hope that answers your question! If not, let me know.
@@hrtkw I am not sure. I do not know how that process would work, and I do not want to give you the wrong information. I would suggest reaching out to someone who has been assisting you with this process. Sorry I could not be of more help with this.
Hello i have been hired For summer season at ALASKA GENERAL SEAFOODS, salmon season, but many videos show you the abuse the suffer at this type of companies, right now i unsure of what to do, do you know where can i get more informatiom about this company? They said the hired you with the union, but i need to feel confident about this.
Hi! I dont know too much about this company. I do know that the fish processing/cannery companies are a LOT of work. LONG hours and LONG weeks. But the pay is really good. It seems that those types of job are for people looking to save money. I would try looking at the reviews on websites such as glassdoor or indeed. You should be able to find reviews from past employees there.
Hi! I would recommend finding out what type of VISA you would need to work in the USA. From there, use seasonal websites to find job openings with companies/jobs that are hiring international staff. Then, apply to the ones that interest you! Just make sure you are able to get your VISA on time for the job!
Hi Sabrina. is there any way I can contact you privately? I'm a J1 student and I'm going to be around there from may to sept 2022 and I have some questions and dudes
Hi. Unfortunately, at this time, I don't have any other form of public media where you can contact me. But I am happy to answer any questions you may have here. However, I have never obtained a J1 VISA, so I may not be able to answer specific questions regarding this topic.
I went up there all that happened was I was chased around by all the women’s you have to be fast or they’ll get ya😂 I’d always heard it was hard to meet a woman there well that was a lie!
I have been trying to get in a processing plant with no luck. I think Americans should get first shot rather then all the visa workers taking OUR work!
Hi! I’m sorry you have had some trouble finding a job, that can be super frustrating. When it comes to hiring J1 Visa workers, not all seasonal business do, but the reality for the ones that need to is that a lot of seasonal businesses rely on them as workers because not enough Americans apply to work at seasonal jobs/there are so many seasonal jobs out there that it can be a race to get enough workers each season. After the first year of covid, I know many seasonal businesses that could not open for the season because they could not hire international staff, and not enough Americans applied or qualified to keep them afloat for that season. I am currently working a seasonal job that does not hire J1 staff, as it can actually be a lot harder to bring them over and accommodate them when compared to workers from the USA. However, they are still struggling hard to get enough staff because lots of Americans can only work during their summer breaks from college, or rather pick a “real” job that will be consistent for them. I hope you are able to find a job that works for you and that you enjoy!
Thank you for the awesome video. I am graduating from culinary school in May 2022 and I am looking into going up to Alaska and working at Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge in the kitchen. I was looking for information on how this works and you did a great job explaining it. Hopefully, I can make it a reality and go work up there next summer. Thank you!!
Thats awesome! I hope its an amazing experience!
Great video! I’m hoping I can get up to AK for summer work this season for the adventure and to see a friend. This video was great to find!
Thanks so much! I hope you have a wonderful season in Alaska!
Thank you so much! I was just hired by a touring company and this helped a lot
Happy to help! I hope you have a great experience!
Hey
This was very informative. TY.
Thanks just what I was looking for. I was told that cooks make really good money over the season. Jolly good.
Yes! The chef I worked with made a ton! Good luck with your season, I hope it is a great one!
Great video. I'm surprised it only has 13k views. Take care.
Very thorough video, appreciate all the info!
Happy to help!
Such a good input you done, thank you Sabrina
Happy to help!
I don't remember much rain the one summer I worked in Alaska.
Same! It it only rained about a weeks worth when I was there. The message I got from the locals and the other seasoned workers was that it usually rains a lot and they were surprised at the lack of rain- thus I thought it would be helpful to add rain as a preface. :)
LMAO first I watched your videos in 2022 because I join nccc. Now it’s 2024 and I’m watching this because I got a summer job in Alaska. Seems like I’m unintentionally following in your footsteps
That's so funny! I feel like lots of people who were in NCCC got the travel bug or got curious about the seasonal lifestyle. I hope you have an amazing time in Alaska, its so beautiful out there!
Dear Sabrina I just found you and subscribe right the way!!! Can I ask you which location in Alaska you recommend for summer seasonal job. I am more looking for adventure than money definitely not in middle of nowhere 😊! Thank you so much in advance!!!!
@@allabrooklyn4999 Hi! Thank you so much! If money doesn’t matter and you dont want to be in the middle of nowhere then there are lots of options.
If your sense of adventure is more hiking and camping then the Denali area would be perfect! There are lots of cool jobs out there but its not in the middle of nowhere (depending on where you go) and lots of travelers frequent the national park area in the summer.
However if you are looking for more small town and marine life then I have some friends who worked in Seward for whale watching companies and really loved it.
Will you be taking a car/driving while there? What would you say is the type of adventure you are looking for? How remote do you want or not want to be?
Thanks Sabrina, I am planning to find a job next year for summer. I am 56yrs old, very active, fit and finally have the time to do this. Do you think there will be a problem finding work because of my age? Please let me know what you think. Thanks for the info!!
Hi! I do think that people are often deterred from seasonal work because they feel like age is a factor, but in reality there are people of all ages working many different types of seasonal jobs!
What it really comes down to is; are fit enough to get the job done and have the basic skill set needed for the job. I personally don't think you should have an issue finding a seasonal job due to your age. I hope you find one that provides you with a great experience.
Can you please share the link to apply for commercial fishing job
Hi! I do not know of of many, but you can try to find commercial fishing jobs on fishingindustryjobs.com or Alaska Tourism Job boards
Such a great video! Thank you for sharing!
Really good vid thanks!
Is expatriates are allowed to work in fishing jobs, basically I'm Indian and look forward to do seasonal jobs. If chances are available, the company will take care of up and down travel expenses and visa expenses. Anyway this video is so informative. God bless for sharing the opportunities. Thankyou!😊
You'll need a capability to pay taxes. Nobody will take the tax hit to hire you under the table
Im looking for high pay seasonal job but on the fish processing area ( i heard theres a 5 week season job during summer) what places do you recomend me to apply 🤔 thanks
Hi again!
When it comes to the fish processing jobs, you should have a lot of options. It's a lot of work, but you are right, the pay is defiantly high!
I am not sure about specific companies when it comes to the fish processing jobs. My advise would be: When applying for those jobs, since the majority of them/the pay turn out to be the same, consider the location you will be in and if it is an area where you can get the most out of your experience (if exploring something you are interested in).
There should be a lot of posting on the different seasonal job sites!
@@theworkingexpat witch companies do you recomend, unisea, trident, OBI?
@@bostonblunt Yes, i just went to NAKNEK for the first time, and worked for AGS salmon season
I agree with you, you need to experience by really going and work there, its very different from what ever you inquire over the internet or direct from the company, the information the give you its real, but for my experience, there its a time wherenyour body and mind dont click, i couldnt finish the season, i decided to go back, and realized that i was not the only one, many people return even at the first days of work, people comes and gors every day, even company pays trip, they make a lot of money from this and can be able to spend lots of money bringing workers from everywhere, i dont know if i will go back after this, i need to work on my emotions because thats a very important thing , you dont have cel internet or anything like that, whitch is good at some point, but yes its hard to explain at the same time, you need to experience in order to get your own opinion, thanks for the comment 🤓
As an alaskan this is alright but not quite accurate. Seasons are yearly as well, year to year there are longer weather cycles. Some summers there will be no shorts lol
Very informative. Thank you so much :-)
I’m glad it was informative, thats the goal! Thanks for watching!
This is just for americans, right? I would love to work as a seasonal worker in the USA.
Hi! This is not just for Americans! There are tons of seasonal work opportunities across the USA for international workers, and that includes Alaska! You just have to find a business/company that hires staff on a J1 VISA- and there are lots in Alaska that do! You can find them using seasonal work websites like Coolworks!
Thank you Sabrina, I do not know if I missed it on your video, but do you have any website where to find these opportunities?
Hi! I have a list of websites that post seasonal work opportunities! You can find that list in the description of a different video of mine, here: th-cam.com/video/1eY9vOp7OZ0/w-d-xo.html
(Just scroll to the descriptions and I have the websites typed out.)
Thank you.
Do you recommend fisher creek for work schedule to leave this month
Hi, I am sorry I am not sure what you mean? Is fisher creek a company in Alaska? I do not know anything about them.
@@theworkingexpat yeah its a seafood processing company
@@newwave3792 Oh, okay! I do not personally know anything about them, but it looks like they have good reviews on Indeed and Glassdoor overall. When it comes to processing plants I do know that it is a lot of repetitive work and can be a lot of hours, but you can make a good chunk of money and have little expenses.
@@theworkingexpat okay cool thank u for the reply whats the most u think i can male in a month or 90 days
Hello Sabrina do you know what places have the seasonal jobs that has around 5 week season job? Its during the summer season but i dont know what companies are, thanks
Hi! Do you mean there are companies in Alaska that only hire for 5 weeks? If so, I am not sure about any of these. Try looking on Cool Works (the seasonal job websites), there may be some job postings on there that you are looking for.
@@theworkingexpat thanks i will 🤗🤗👍👍
I have a job offer to go drive tour bus in Alaska. But I need to hear about other people's experiences first. I don't think I should accept the first offer that comes along. Any advice?
Hi! That sounds like a good job- it seems you will get a chance to see everything the tourists see, but multiple times so that you wont miss anything!
I would say, if the job and location are what you are looking for go for it! However, there are tons of options for jobs in Alaska, so if this one doesn't sound like the one you want you should have plenty of options.
Have you looked at other options on coolworks? They are my favorite site to use for seasonal jobs and have SO many Alaska options! (It's a complete free site)
Personally, when I worked in Alaska, I chose my job based on location. It was a small island that I knew I would NEVER get the chance to go to if I didnt take the job (and I had never been a housekeeper before so I wanted to try it out).
In the end, it was a good decision and while I wouldn't change that, I do wish that I had more to do during my off time.
The other job I had been offered, that I turned down, was in the middle of the mountains and had SO many options to hike in my free time. It also had many more people working there, so I would have had a chance to meet more people and socialize more.
So, I guess my advice would be: consider the location and opportunities you will get to do/have before accepting the job. Either way, Alaska is beautiful and I hope you have an amazing time!
I hope that helps, and good luck!
@@theworkingexpat Thank you for the suggestions. Yes, Coolworks showed me more job options.
Can anybody in the comments tell me about pacific starnseafoods in kenai Alaska I'm about to fly out there in a few weeks t.i.a
Thank you!
Thank you I'm so looking to do this as an option but I wonder do they take people from south Africa 🤔💔🙊
Hi! Yes they do! It is very common for people from other countries to work a summer in the USA. The VISA that I see most often for this situation is a J1 VISA.
It may be difficult or different, at the moment, due to the pandemic. I know VISAs are tricky this summer for a lot of countries. However, in “normal” years it’s definitely a normal thing.
@@theworkingexpat I see tkn u but this visa do they provide it or will I be the one to get it
@@lungelongubane4071 great question! From what I know, the company you come over to work with can help you get everything set up. Some also pay for it.
My friends who all came over on the VISA had an agency place them in a job in the USA and then go through the entire VISA process with them and get their paperwork in order.
Does that help? I dont know too many details of getting a work VISA for the USA.
@@theworkingexpat if its an either or type of situation with the visa I completely understand I mean they are paying for us to come all the way to Alaska so the least we can do is pay for a visa, send all our documentation they will need and off we go
I'm south african and want a opertunity to work in alaska do they hire out of country
Yes you can defiantly work a season in Alaska if you are from another country!
Just make sure that when you are applying to jobs, the company you apply with is accepting workers who are from outside the USA. While the majority do, as it is very normal, some may still not be doing so due to COVID.
Once you get hired you will have to get the correct working VISA (the business you get a job with should be able to help with the process or at least point you in the right direction) and you will be good to go.
@@theworkingexpat Do you know of any company's that are hiring for the next season
@@williamcastling9975 you can check out different job postings on seasonal work websites. I recommend using the website “cool works”, but I have a list of 10 other websites (links in the description) of my “where to find seasonal work” video that you can use.
Hi Im a brazilian and day 7 this month I will arrive in Anchorage...I want to know if I can get a job without a social security number and if I can get job living the job...
Hi!
The business that you work for should be able to help you/arrange for you to obtain a social security number so that you can legally work in the country. It is not too hard of a process and I have had many friends that have done it.
Most people that I know secure a job before coming to the states, because there are different VISA processes you must go through to be able to work here.
I hope that answers your question! If not, let me know.
@@theworkingexpat Im in procedding asylum I dont have work permit yet...but I can get some subjob?
@@hrtkw I am not sure. I do not know how that process would work, and I do not want to give you the wrong information.
I would suggest reaching out to someone who has been assisting you with this process.
Sorry I could not be of more help with this.
@@theworkingexpat Im sure now...I been in Anchorage...now Im come back
No job without work permit in Alaska
I want to know more about fishing
Are you looking for the canneries or being a fishing guide?
Hello i have been hired
For summer season at ALASKA GENERAL SEAFOODS, salmon season, but many videos show you the abuse the suffer at this type of companies, right now i unsure of what to do, do you know where can i get more informatiom about this company? They said the hired you with the union, but i need to feel confident about this.
Hi!
I dont know too much about this company.
I do know that the fish processing/cannery companies are a LOT of work. LONG hours and LONG weeks. But the pay is really good. It seems that those types of job are for people looking to save money.
I would try looking at the reviews on websites such as glassdoor or indeed. You should be able to find reviews from past employees there.
@@theworkingexpat thanks for the info 🤗
In Africa how can get the job in Alaska
Hi! I would recommend finding out what type of VISA you would need to work in the USA. From there, use seasonal websites to find job openings with companies/jobs that are hiring international staff. Then, apply to the ones that interest you!
Just make sure you are able to get your VISA on time for the job!
Hi friends and need Alaska work permit VISA please you help me
Hi Sabrina. is there any way I can contact you privately? I'm a J1 student and I'm going to be around there from may to sept 2022 and I have some questions and dudes
Hi. Unfortunately, at this time, I don't have any other form of public media where you can contact me.
But I am happy to answer any questions you may have here.
However, I have never obtained a J1 VISA, so I may not be able to answer specific questions regarding this topic.
thank you
This video was great 👍🏻
Thank you!
I went up there all that happened was I was chased around by all the women’s you have to be fast or they’ll get ya😂 I’d always heard it was hard to meet a woman there well that was a lie!
I have been trying to get in a processing plant with no luck. I think Americans should get first shot rather then all the visa workers taking OUR work!
Hi! I’m sorry you have had some trouble finding a job, that can be super frustrating.
When it comes to hiring J1 Visa workers, not all seasonal business do, but the reality for the ones that need to is that a lot of seasonal businesses rely on them as workers because not enough Americans apply to work at seasonal jobs/there are so many seasonal jobs out there that it can be a race to get enough workers each season.
After the first year of covid, I know many seasonal businesses that could not open for the season because they could not hire international staff, and not enough Americans applied or qualified to keep them afloat for that season.
I am currently working a seasonal job that does not hire J1 staff, as it can actually be a lot harder to bring them over and accommodate them when compared to workers from the USA. However, they are still struggling hard to get enough staff because lots of Americans can only work during their summer breaks from college, or rather pick a “real” job that will be consistent for them.
I hope you are able to find a job that works for you and that you enjoy!