AstroTours.org Tour Guide Position – Summer & Fall 2026

AstroTours.org, Colorado’s premier astronomy tour company, is seeking enthusiastic and reliable tour guides to join our team for the busy Summer and Fall 2026 season.

We lead stargazing experiences throughout Colorado, including Boulder, Breckenridge, Castle Rock, and private events across the state. Our programs combine astronomy, storytelling, science, and outdoor education to create unforgettable experiences for guests from around the world.

As an AstroTours.org guide, you’ll lead tours beginning around sunset and lasting approximately two hours. Typical shifts are 4 to 6 hours long to allow time for travel, setup, guest interaction, and equipment breakdown.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Reliability and professionalism

• Some familiarity with astronomy and telescope operation (training provided)

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

• Comfortable driving mountain roads at night

• Ability to lift and transport equipment up to 65 lbs

• Confidence speaking to groups of 10–100+ people

• Ability to explain complex ideas in an engaging and accessible way

• Enjoy working outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Passion for education and creating memorable guest experiences

Qualifications That Will Help You Stand Out

• Experience with public speaking, teaching, guiding, or interpretation

• Knowledge of astronomy folklore, mythology, astrology, Indigenous sky knowledge, or cultural astronomy

• Experience operating telescopes or astrophotography equipment

• CPR, First Aid, Wilderness First Aid, or other safety certifications

• Knowledge of Colorado’s wildlife, geology, history, ecology, or outdoor recreation

• Customer service, hospitality, camp, museum, or tourism experience

• Foreign language skills

• Experience working weddings, festivals, corporate events, or large public programs

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly and event-based pay

• Flexible scheduling

• Extensive astronomy and telescope training

• Opportunities to work private events, weddings, corporate programs, schools, festivals, and public tours

• The chance to share the night sky with thousands of guests each year

To Apply

Please email Coda@AstroTours.org with “Tour Guide Application 2026” in the subject line.

Include:

• Your resume or CV

• A brief introduction about yourself

• Your availability for Summer and Fall 2026

• Any astronomy, teaching, public speaking, outdoor recreation, or tour guiding experience

• Your favorite celestial object and why

• Any questions you may have

We are particularly interested in applicants who love learning, enjoy working with people, and can help guests see the universe with fresh eyes.

Clear skies!

The AstroTours.org Team