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Careers at COBS

Make changing lives your career and the outdoors your office.

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Join the COBS Community

Working for COBS is so much more than just a job. We are in the business of changing lives – those of our students and our staff. Whether joining for a few seasons or building a career with Outward Bound, being a part of the COBS staff community can change your life – both professionally and personally.

We are always on the lookout for passionate outdoor educators who are excited to bring their unique experiences and skills to our team. In exchange, we provide incredible growth opportunities, robust professional development, and a work community deeply committed to compassion and inclusion. If you are passionate about fostering the next generation of compassionate and resilient leaders, we want you to join our team!

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Program Positions

Each year, we hire Instructors, Logistics Coordinators, and Program Managers at our basecamps in Moab, Utah, and Leadville, Colorado.

Administrative Positions

We have a team of non-profit professionals who work remotely across Colorado and Utah to support our programs, managing everything from fundraising to safety and student services.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Working at COBS means joining a growth-minded community that is actively creating a more inclusive organizational culture. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion shows up at all levels of the organization – in our trainings, in our meetings, on our courses, and in our daily lives. This work can be challenging at times. We are committed to navigating it together to create a supportive and inclusive environment for our staff and our students – and to foster a more welcoming outdoor community for all.

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“This is one of the most welcoming, warm, and inclusive work environments I have ever been in. I am extremely grateful for the growth mindset that COBS has to continue improving and making themselves the best they can be.”

Elizabeth Kunz

Instructor

“I did not thrive in a traditional education setting growing up. This is a chance for me to provide an experience for students that I didn’t get. And one that I think is really valuable.”

Logan Parr

Instructor

“This fellowship has not only offered me fresh perspectives and a deeper understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, but it has also empowered me to champion these values within the outdoor education community.”

Ishani Sawant

2023 Fellowship Instructor

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