JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT SAILING SHIPS MAINE

 

Sailing Ships Maine currently operates seasonal sailing programs in Maine. During the spring, summer, and early fall, crew are hired to work aboard our vessels Sara Jane and Brightside, to support our short programs (multiple short voyages of 1-2 weeks), Sailing Ships Maine also hires crew to support our land-based shipyard times focused on maintenance, repair and general care for the ships.

VOLUNTEER AND PROFESSIONAL CREW OPPORTUNITIES

Sailing Ships Maine is committed to providing teens an experiential learning opportunity onboard a tall ship to expand leadership skills, discover the ocean environment, and learn all aspects of sail training that may lead them to consider further maritime training.

We seek volunteers and professional crew who are excited to teach and engage high-school aged students in learning everything they can about life on the ocean aboard a sailing vessel and are committed to the demands of living, traveling and learning together on a 5-day voyages.

Interested in joining us and supporting our mission? Contact Sailing Ships Maine at info@sailingshipsmaine.org.


Crew Benefits Include:

  • Travel stipend 

  • Jones Act Insurance Coverage 

  • Pay based on experience, licensure and position hired for

  • Room and board 

  • Official Sea Time Letters

  • Professional development support 

In addition to the positions listed above, we sometimes offer internships and apprenticeships to support our educational mission.

Sailing Ships Maine is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law (EIN 47-3101784).

Sailing Ships Maine creates life-changing opportunities for teens of all abilities and income levels so that they may discover the ocean environment and expand leadership skills while being encouraged to consider further maritime training.  Through public events, we support the marine economy, provide access to the ocean and traditional sailing ships and preserve our maritime heritage.