Careers and Jobs at NOC

Work Hard, Play Hard

For 40+ years NOC has led the outdoor industry, taking more guests whitewater rafting and teaching more paddlers than any other outdoor recreation company. NOC also provides top-quality aerial and trail-based adventures, and provides unmatched retail service, foodservice, lodging, and trip planning services.

Behind NOC's rapid growth are our three core values: excellence in outdoor adventures, active corporate citizenship and unmatched high-quality work environments for NOC team members. These core values unite a community of leaders and pioneers in an exciting, fun and always changing work environment.

NOC career opportunities offer prospects rare opportunities to work in beautiful locations, to grow their skills and to share a passion for active outdoor recreation. Ideal candidates are leaders in the work place and wish to join a unique, values-driven organization. They aspire to excellence in their fields and disciplines, and they demonstrate a commitment to the service of others. Above all, they want to provide visitors with unforgettable experiences in the great outdoors.

If this sounds like you, we hope you'll apply to join the NOC team. Follow these links to learn about seasonal and non-seasonal employment opportunities, and click here to fill out an online application.

Why Join Team NOC?

Reason #9: Staff bike rides.	Reason #11: Fired up attitudes.	Reason #5: Laughter is inevitable.
Reason #8: Casual attire is recommended.	Reason #1: Spending every day in paradise!	Reason #4: Lifelong friendships are made here.

Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) is one of the nation's largest outdoor recreation companies. Over one million guests visit NOC annually to embark on a diverse collection of more than 120 different whitewater rafting and land-based itineraries, learn to kayak at NOC's world-renowned Paddling School, travel to foreign countries with NOC's Adventure Travel program, test the latest outdoor gear and shop at its three LEED-certified flagship retail stores or enjoy NOC's resort amenities such as its three restaurants and multi-tiered lodging.

A privately-held company, NOC is one of the largest employers in Western North Carolina, and 22 Olympians including 2 Gold Medalists have called NOC home. NOC has been recently recognized by The New York Times as the "Nation's Premiere Paddling School," "The Best Place to Learn" by Outside, and as "One of the Best Outfitters on Earth" by National Geographic Adventure.