Work and Travel in Wise

WORK IN WISE ALL YEAR ROUND

Wise County typically has multiple jobs available in the oil and gas industry. If the prices for oil and gas are high, then there is an abundance of jobs. If the prices for oil and gas are low, then jobs are harder to come by. Typically, companies like "Lowes" or "Home Depot" are always hiring. Being able to speak Spanish is a big plus in this area.

SEASONAL WORK IN WISE

SPRING

What kinds of work are available in the spring time in Wise. Remember to keep work that is all year round in the section above and not mention it again here.

SUMMER

The work that is needed by hosts in the summer in Wise

AUTUMN

What kinds of work are there in Wise in autumn? Maybe it's harvest time, but do people need the help of foreigners for either cheap labour or expertise? This is the kind of thing we need to know here.

WINTER

Skiing in Wise - does it exist? Is there plenty of opportunities for people to get work in Wise in the winter? What kind of skills are needed at this time of year? Please update this section and let fellow travellers know what you have learnt if you have worked in Wise in the winter or if you are a host and live here and can share your knowledge.

ATTITUDE TO FOREIGNERS WORKING IN WISE

What is the attitude here? Are we all rich idiot tourists and if so, why on earth would we want to do some work? Or are we seen as western supremacists and viewed with suspicion? Let us know your thoughts and update them here.