Now Hiring: Work in the Marine Industry

The summer is upon us, and what better way to make your avocation your vocation than by finding a job in the marine industry? At a recent meeting of the Annapolis Sailing Industry Association (ASIA), we were overwhelmed by the number of marine businesses actively looking for help. Here are just a few.

helpwantedThe Marine Trades Association of Maryland is accepting applications for marine internships for their partners. They’re happy to connect applicants directly with employers, so send your resume to [email protected] right away.

Annapolis Performance Sailing (APS) is looking for summer seasonal help operating the retail store and assisting with online orders. Their products include hardware, apparel, accessories, rigging services, apparel embroidery, and much more. For more information, email your cover letter, resume, and a brief sailing resume to [email protected] and be sure to tell them SpinSheet sent you.

Renowned sailing school J/World Annapolis is hiring coaches and support staff. They are looking for customer-focused people who love sailing and want to share their passion and be a part of a high performance, team-oriented workplace. For more information, call the office at (410) 280-2040.

Weems and Plath, the manufacturer of fine nautical and weather instruments, is looking for an intern to assist them in their Eastport store. If you love the history of sailing and want to help preserve it, call the store at (410) 263-6700.

If you're retired, or just aren't looking for work, how about volunteering with Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating (CRAB)? They're looking for volunteers (both abled and disabled) to participate in their programs, as well as professional support staff and skippers. CRAB plans on running six weeks of Tuesday night races for disabled sailors, so get in touch if you're willing to coach or volunteer. For more information, visit crabsailing.org

Are you hiring? Be sure to get your classifieds listing in the back of our magazine by calling Lucy at (410) 216-9309. SpinSheet readers always make the best candidates; trust us.