EMPLOYMENT & INTERNSHIPS
If you would like to become a member of the Avila Beach Paddlesports' SuperCrew or are interested in an exciting and enriching internship opportunity for college credit, you're on the right page!
EMPLOYMENT
Avila Beach Paddlesports is open year-round and we are always looking for qualified staff. We accept applications anytime. Even though most of our employees work for us several years in a row, we do have positions open up from time to time. Most of our staff are Cuesta College and Cal Poly students who are availble to work 10-15 hours a week during the school year and 25-40 hours a week during the summer. We believe in the importance of making school a top priority, so we happily work with our staff during the school year to make sure they have enough study/rest time to be successful. The crew also works together to cover each other's shifts if someone needs extra time to study or take a vacation. When our crew is happy, our customers are happy!
Since our crew is like our family, it's really important that we hire friendly and outgoing people who are ready to work hard and and have fun. You don't have to be an expert kayaker or paddleboarder, but having solid water experience, especially on the ocean is preferred. Our crew is very talented and some some of our staff are lifeguards, competitive paddlers, and surfers. Our crew are expert watermen and waterwomen but they are also kind and humble. They love the ocean and love sharing their passion with others. Please only apply if you're ready to leave your ego at home and work cooperatively as a team. It's sometimes hard physical work, but the SuperCrew always has fun!
If you are interested, please submit your resume and a one page letter of intent that will help us get to know you a bit. Even if you don't have a lot of job experience, having the right attitude and experience on the water is very valuable. Some of the things we would like to know about your are:
You can email this information to Emily Shay:
info@slocoastkayaks.com
We are excited to hear from you!
Since our crew is like our family, it's really important that we hire friendly and outgoing people who are ready to work hard and and have fun. You don't have to be an expert kayaker or paddleboarder, but having solid water experience, especially on the ocean is preferred. Our crew is very talented and some some of our staff are lifeguards, competitive paddlers, and surfers. Our crew are expert watermen and waterwomen but they are also kind and humble. They love the ocean and love sharing their passion with others. Please only apply if you're ready to leave your ego at home and work cooperatively as a team. It's sometimes hard physical work, but the SuperCrew always has fun!
If you are interested, please submit your resume and a one page letter of intent that will help us get to know you a bit. Even if you don't have a lot of job experience, having the right attitude and experience on the water is very valuable. Some of the things we would like to know about your are:
- Water Knowledge & Experience
- Relevent Skills
- 1-2 year plan
- Availability During the School Year
- Availablility During the Summer
- 2 Recent References (preferably from previous employers)
- Why you think you would be a good fit for Avila Beach Paddlesports
You can email this information to Emily Shay:
info@slocoastkayaks.com
We are excited to hear from you!
INTERNSHIPS
Since 2013, Avila Beach Paddlesports has partnered with Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo to offer internship opportunities for students. Most interns come from the Parks and Recreation and Tourism Administration Department, but we think the skills gained from working at Avila Beach Paddlesports can cross over to other majors. Many interns go on to become employees at Avila Beach Paddlesports after completing their internship.
Interns gain valuable experience by working in a successful small business startup. These aspects include, but are not limited to:
Interns gain valuable experience by working in a successful small business startup. These aspects include, but are not limited to:
- Customer Service
- Small Business Management
- Eco Tourism
- Team Building
- Group Management and Leadership
- Media and Marketing
