Tourism Careers | Visit Denver

Careers in Denver's Tourism Industry

Boredom is Fired is Visit Denver’s workforce development campaign designed to highlight the energy, flexibility, and opportunity found in tourism and hospitality careers. The campaign’s Find Jobs page connects job seekers with industry-specific job boards in hotels, food and beverage, events, outdoor recreation and attractions and arts & culture.

Resources for Career Growth

The Boredom is Fired website also features a growing library of career resources—from interview tips and resume support to hospitality-focused cover letter guides,. It’s a one-stop resource for building a career in Colorado’s tourism industry.

Tourism & Hospitality Scholarships

The Visit Denver Foundation Scholarship supports undergraduate students pursuing degrees in hospitality or tourism at accredited Colorado colleges, universities, or community colleges. This renewable four-year scholarship opens every January, with recipients announced in May.

Higher Education Programs

Several colleges and universities across Colorado offer degree programs in hospitality and tourism management. These programs prepare students for dynamic careers in hotels, events, food and beverage, attractions, and more.