Sign Up Sign In Candidates Post a Job

Outdoor Jobs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Discover outdoor career opportunities in Philadelphia, where urban parks and the Wissahickon create outdoor oases.

Active Jobs

70+

Top Industry

Urban Parks

Major Employers

Fairmount Park, REI

Key Feature

Wissahickon Valley

Job Search Results

Showing 1–16 of 16 jobs

Active filters:

Country: US

FEATURED

Cabin Counselor: Riding Instructor

Camp Chief Ouray-YMCA of the Rockies

Granby, CO, US

5 days ago

Full-time

USD 15 - 16

Do you love horses, the outdoors, and the energy of summer camp? Ready to spend your days on horseback and your nights building unforgettable memories with campers? As a Cabin Counselor: Riding...

FEATURED

Adventure Activities Facilitator

YMCA of the Rockies

Estes Park, CO, US

6 days ago

Full-time

USD 15 - 16

Lead Adventures. Inspire Confidence. Work Where the Mountains Are Your Office. If you love being active, connecting with people, and helping others push past their comfort zones, this job was made...

FEATURED

Rocks & Ropes Facilitator

YMCA of the Rockies

Granby, CO, US

6 days ago

Full-time

USD 15 - 16

Take Adventure to New Heights Rocks & Ropes Facilitator | YMCA of the Rockies Do you love being active, working with people, and helping others push past their comfort zones? Are you energized by...

FEATURED

Ropes Course Director

YMCA of the Rockies-Camp Chief Ouray

Granby, CO, US

2 weeks ago

Temporary

USD 15 - 16

Lead. Belay. Inspire. Ready to take leadership to new heights? Join YMCA of the Rockies at Snow Mountain Ranch as our next Ropes Director and shape unforgettable summer adventures at Camp Chief Ouray.

FEATURED

Target Sports Director

YMCA of the Rockies-Camp Chief Ouray

Granby, CO, US

2 weeks ago

Temporary

USD 15 - 16

Spend your summer leading one of camp’s most exciting program areas as Target Sports Director at YMCA of the Rockies — home to Camp Chief Ouray in the heart of the Rockies.

FEATURED

Food Service

YMCA of the Rockies

Estes Park, CO, US

2 weeks ago

Full-time

USD 15 - 16

YMCA of the Rockies | Where Nature Inspires and Service Matters Do you enjoy working with people, staying active, and being part of a team that truly cares? The YMCA of the Rockies is looking for...

FEATURED

Housekeeping

YMCA of the Rockies

Estes Park, CO, US

2 weeks ago

Full-time

USD 15 - 16

Join Our Team as a member of our Housekeeping Staff YMCA of the Rockies Do you take pride in creating clean, comfortable spaces where people can truly relax? Are you energized by meaningful work in a...

FEATURED

Lifeguard-$300 Signing Bonus

YMCA of the Rockies

Estes Park, CO, US

2 weeks ago

Full-time

USD 16 - 17

Make Waves. Save Lives. Live the Mission. Now Hiring: Lifeguards | YMCA of the Rockies $300 Bonus for Certified Lifeguards Prior to Hire Looking for a job that truly matters? As a Lifeguard at YMCA...

FEATURED

Copywriter II

Quality Bicycle Products

Bloomington, MN, US

2 weeks ago

Remote

Full-time

USD 78,000 - 82,000

What This Role Is Accountable For The Copywriter II supports Quality Bicycle Products (Q), our owned brands, and select exclusive brands by independently creating high-quality written and verbal...

FEATURED

Communications and Events Coordinator

Woodland, US

3 weeks ago

Full-time

USD 75,000 - 85,000

The Communications and Events Coordinator is responsible for developing and executing strategic brand communications, public relations, and event marketing initiatives.

FEATURED

Alaska Operations Staff

Alpine Ascents International

Talkeetna, AK, US

3 weeks ago

Temporary

USD 47,840 - 47,840

Alpine Ascents International Alaska Operations Staff Location: Talkeetna, Alaska Position: Alaska Operations Staff Reports to: Alaska Operations Manager Job Overview Alpine Ascents will offer 15...

FEATURED

Staff Housing Cleaner

YMCA of the Rockies

Estes Park, CO, US

2/6/2026

Temporary

USD 15 - 16

Live Where You Work. Build Community Where It Matters. Staff Housing Cleaner YMCA of the Rockies – Estes Park Center Looking for more than just a job? How about living and working at the edge of...

Field Account Executive - Philadelphia

Culligan Quench

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

2 days ago

Full-Time

USD 80,000 - 110,000

About Culligan Quench Culligan Quench’s purpose is to impact people’s lives and improve the earth by helping to eliminate the 500 million plastic bottles consumed each year.

GP

Summer Camp Counselor - Specialty

Greater Philadelphia YMCA

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

5 days ago

Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for a Summer Camp Counselor- Specialty to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the...

Field Leader- Philadelphia Youth Conservation Crew at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge

Student Conservation Association

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

6 days ago

Temporary

Position Summary The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults.

Overnight Youth Conservation Crew Member

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

2 weeks ago

INTERN

Join us. Do work that matters. In partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, MobilizeGreen will offer a residential Youth Conservation Program in the Summer of 2026.

Summer Camp Youngest Camper Counselor Lead - Philadelphia

Steve & Kate's Camp

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

2 weeks ago

TEMPORARY

USD 36,920 - 42,120

Job Details Location: 2501 Lombard St., Philadelphia, PA 19146 Camp Dates: 6/8/2026 (Mon) - 6/12/2026 (Fri) -- (additionally, one weekend to set up, one weekend to breakdown, and an orientation date)...

Summer Camp Assistant Director - Philadelphia

Steve & Kate's Camp

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

2 weeks ago

TEMPORARY

USD 37,960 - 43,160

Job Details Location: 2501 Lombard St., Philadelphia, PA 19146 Camp Dates: 6/8/2026 (Mon) - 6/12/2026 (Fri) -- (additionally, one weekend to set up, one weekend to breakdown, and an orientation date)...

Camp Counselor; Morris Arboretum & Gardens

University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

2 weeks ago

PART_TIME

USD 7 - 18

University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation.

GP

Summer Camp Counselor

Greater Philadelphia YMCA

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

3 weeks ago

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for a Summer Camp Counselor to join our team at the Y! We...

GP

Senior Summer Camp Counselor

Greater Philadelphia YMCA

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

3 weeks ago

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for a Senior Summer Camp Counselor to join our team at the Y!...

Summer Camp Substitute Counselor - Philadelphia

Steve & Kate's Camp

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

3 weeks ago

TEMPORARY

USD 32,240 - 37,440

Job Details Location: 2501 Lombard St., Philadelphia, PA 19146 Camp Dates: 6/8/2026 (Mon) - 6/12/2026 (Fri) - (additionally, one weekend to set up, one weekend to breakdown, and an orientation date)...

Summer Camp Counselor - Philadelphia

Steve & Kate's Camp

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

3 weeks ago

TEMPORARY

USD 32,240 - 37,440

Job Details Location: 2501 Lombard St., Philadelphia, PA 19146 Camp Dates: 6/8/2026 (Mon) - 6/12/2026 (Fri) -- (additionally, one weekend to set up, one weekend to breakdown, and an orientation date)...

SC

Summerside Camp Counselor

Springside Chestnut Hill Academy

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

3 weeks ago

TEMPORARY

Interested candidates, please apply here: Join Our Team! Position Purpose Under general supervision, and with assistance from Junior Counselor(s), a Summerside Camp Counselor administers programs to...

Summer Art Camp Assistant

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

4 weeks ago

TEMPORARY

PAFA is looking for Art Camp Assistants to join us this summer. Our Summer Art Camp program is in need of energized, creative, and friendly people to support our students and instructors this season.

SA

Summer Direct Care SCHOLAR - Camp Kinney

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

4 weeks ago

PART_TIME

USD 9 - 106

Position Title: Summer Direct Care SCHOLAR - Camp Kinney Time Type: Part time Position Summary and Qualifications: The Direct Care SCHOLAR is a paid position at Saint Joseph’s University for 8 weeks...

Individual Placement - Environmental Education Specialist

Student Conservation Association

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

4 weeks ago

Temporary

Position Summary The SCA Environmental Education (EE) Specialist will assist the Refuge with many activities that connect the local community and provide the candidate with prime career experience.

Outdoor Careers in Philadelphia

Philadelphia boasts one of the largest urban park systems in the country, with the Wissahickon Valley Park offering wilderness within city limits. The city supports extensive outdoor retail, trail development, and urban outdoor education programs.

Outdoor Opportunities

•Fairmount Park system management
•Wissahickon trail maintenance
•Urban outdoor education
•Outdoor retail headquarters
•Regional trail development

Top Outdoor Industries

•Urban Parks
•Outdoor Retail
•Trail Development
•Outdoor Education

Major Employers

•Fairmount Park Conservancy
•Philadelphia Parks & Recreation
•REI
•Outward Bound Philadelphia
•Wissahickon Valley Park

Frequently Asked Questions About Outdoor Jobs in Philadelphia

Explore Other Cities