Beach Jobs
Spend the summer by the water: beach, ocean, marina and shore-town openings.
Updated October 2026
- Open now
- 8
- Housing confirmed
- 0
- States
- 3
- Cost to apply
- Free
Open beach jobs right now
Mystic Seaport Museum · Mystic, CT
Sailing Instructor · Summer 2026
Instructors teach sailing to campers ages 6-15 on various vessels and mentor junior instructors.
SoundWaters · Stamford, CT
Sailing Instructor · Summer 2026
Instructors implement a sailing day camp program for the Stamford community.
Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation · Statewide, MA
Seasonal Waterfront Staff · Summer 2026
Assist with operations and visitor services at state-managed beaches and waterfronts.
Nantucket Yacht Club · Nantucket, MA
Launch Operator · Summer 2026
Operate club launches in Nantucket Harbor for members and guests.
Cuttyhunk Yacht Club · Cuttyhunk, MA
Sailing Instructor · Summer 2026
Instruct youth sailing on a beautiful, remote island in Buzzard’s Bay.
Nantucket Community Sailing · Nantucket, MA
Seasonal Sailing Instructor · Summer 2026
Lead youth and adult sailing classes for a nationally recognized community program.
Nantucket Community Sailing · Nantucket, MA
Jetties Sailing Center Staff · Summer 2026
Support rental operations and member services at Jetties Beach.
Sail Acadia · Southwest Harbor, ME
Sailboat/Lobsterboat Captain · Summer 2026
Operate nature cruises and lobster boat tours aboard classic wooden vessels near Acadia.
Where these jobs are
- MA · 5
- CT · 2
- ME · 1
- All locations
About beach jobs
Beach jobs put you by the water all summer: lifeguards, surf and sailing instructors, rentals, marinas, and shore-town restaurants and shops.
Seasonly matches beach jobs from beach & ocean categories and confirmed titles like surf, sailing, marina or beach.
What the work involves
- Lifeguarding and water safety
- Surf, sailing or paddleboard instruction
- Beach rentals and equipment
- Marina and dock work
- Shore-town hospitality and retail
Common requirements
- Lifeguard or open-water training for guard roles
- Instructor certifications for sailing or surf
- Comfort in sun and heat
- Summer-long availability
General guidance. Each listing shows the employer’s own requirements.
How to get hired
- 1Pick a coast or lake region.
- 2Check confirmed housing; shore towns fill fast.
- 3Get lifeguard or instructor certification early.
- 4Apply in winter and spring.
- 5Ask about tips, schedules and days off.
Tips before you apply
Housing matters
Shore towns fill up fast in summer. Check each listing for confirmed housing.
Common questions
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