Tips for Entry
Read Funworld magazine (https://www.iaapa.org/news/funworld) and World Waterpark magazine (https://www.waterparks.org/web/Magazine.aspx) to learn more about trends in the industry and potential employers.
Visit the following Web sites for job listings:
- https://jobs.iaapa.org
- https://www.careerbuilder.com
- https://www.indeed.com
- https://www.simplyhired.com
- https://www.monster.com
Attend industry conventions sponsored by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions to network and to interview for jobs.
Land an entry-level job at an amusement park to learn about the field and make valuable industry contacts.
Related Professions
- Adventure Travel Specialists
- Bicycle Mechanics
- Cruise Ship Workers
- Flight Attendants
- Gaming Occupations
- Hosts/Hostesses
- Inbound Tour Guides
- Lifeguards and Swimming Instructors
- Museum Attendants
- Museum Directors and Curators
- Music Venue Owners and Managers
- National Park Service Employees
- Park Rangers
- Parking Attendants
- Pilots
- Recreation Workers
- Reservation and Ticket Agents
- Resort Workers
- Ship's Captains
- Ski Resort Workers
- Spa Attendants
- Spa Managers
- Space Tourism Managers
- Sports Facility Managers
- Sports Instructors and Coaches
- Stadium Ushers and Vendors
- Strength and Conditioning Coaches
- Swimming Pool Designers
- Tour Guides
- Travel Agents
- Yoga and Pilates Instructors
- Zoo and Aquarium Curators and Directors