WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways.
Envision by WorldStrides empowers students to explore their passions and develop essential skills through immersive, career-focused programs. As a part of the WorldStrides family, we deliver transformative educational experiences that inspire the next generation of leaders, innovators, and changemakers.
We believe in fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where creativity, passion, and a commitment to excellence drive our work. Join us in making a lasting impact on students’ lives and helping them achieve their dreams.
Learn more about our available roles here:
Leadership
Academic (Education Lead and Advisor)
Support
Office Administrator
Site Photographer
Compensation & Benefits- Work with like-minded professionals, passionate about helping every student realize their career and life aspirations
- Accredited pre-program training on curriculum, instructional methodologies, operational excellence, and student safety
- Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Certificates are provided for eligible staff that meet the requirements such as completion of training requirements, completed practicum hours and a completed performance evaluation. More information to be provided
- Compensation plus housing (where required), meals during your designated shift, and travel
- Are positive, flexible, and have the ability to work extended days and hours
- Able to interact successfully with a diverse population
- Are comfortable residing at the program site
- Are team players
- Complete a mandatory training program prior to working first session
- Pass a mandatory background check
- Are eligible to work in the United States
- Are experienced with and enjoy working with groups of youth
- Possess subject matter expertise (certification, at least two years of collegiate work, degrees, etc.) within relevant program topics
- Able to successfully co-lead program and work with other on-site leadership positively and productively (leads only)
WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.
What We Do
WorldStrides provides educational travel and experiences to more than 530,000 students a year. Founded in 1967 by a middle school social studies teacher from Chicago, the company has since grown to become a leader in experiential learning for students of all ages throughout their lifetime learning journey. In addition to domestic and international travel and study abroad programs, WorldStrides offerings include performing arts, sports, language immersion, career exploration, and service-learning. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways.
Our global team is 1,500+ strong, united by a passion for what we do. We work with students, parents, and teachers, and behind the scenes too, to deliver experiences that transform lives. Let's get out there - together!
Community Guidelines
We are happy to address questions you may have, but in order to foster a vibrant and useful online community, we’ve outlined a few guidelines to be followed when posting on the WorldStrides and affiliated brands' social channels . Any comments that are in violation of the guidelines will be removed, and repeat offenders may be blocked.
Comments will be removed if they contain:
• Profane, inappropriate, threatening or offensive language;
• Violations of copyright or intellectual property rights;
• Purposefully untrue or misleading statements;
• Comments that are meant to derail or hijack constructive conversations;
• Personal information of community members or WorldStrides employees;
• Posts that link to potentially harmful sites.
