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Careers

At Ten Thousand Villages, we are passionate about creating economic opportunities which allow the artisans we partner with to build a better life for themselves and their families (through the practice of fair trade). To accomplish our mission, we need bright, determined individuals with skill, commitment and deep respect for the artisans with whom we work.

Ten Thousand Villages strives to be an employer of choice for exceptional people. We welcome highly motivated and well-qualified staff members who are committed to the people-driven mission behind our work. We offer rewarding employment opportunities in our growing retail store network across the country, and at our home office and warehouse in Akron and Brownstown, Pa.

If you are interested in an employment opportunity at Ten Thousand Villages U.S., contact careers@tenthousandvillages.com.

Available Positions

For employment opportunities at Ten Thousand Villages in Canada go to www.TenThousandVillages.ca.

Fall 2009 Seasonal Opportunities

We have openings for reliable and accurate temporary full-time employees to pick, pack and gift-wrap retail and e-commerce orders at our Brownstown, PA warehouse this fall. Attention to detail required, basic computer skills a plus. Must be able to stand or walk all day. To apply, submit resume to careers@tenthousandvillages.com, or call 717-859-8100.

We also have openings for temporary Sales Associates at many of our company stores this holiday season. To inquire further about the opportunities at a particular location, contact the store manager directly using the contact information available via our Find a Store page.

Internships

Ten Thousand Villages offers limited internship opportunities at the Akron, Pa. headquarters. Availability of such opportunities depends on needs identified in individual departments. Please note that our internships are typically voluntary, with all expenses, travel and lodging arrangements made by the individual.

To request consideration for an internship opportunity, submit your cover letter and resume via email to careers@tenthousandvillages.com.

On occasion it may be possible to arrange an internship at one of our stores. Inquiries about store internships should be directed to the store manager. Contact information can be found on our store listings page.

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Find a Store

Find a Ten Thousand Villages store in the U.S. where you can purchase fair trade home décor and gifts.

Or, select a state to see a list of Ten Thousand Villages stores and other fair trade stores that carry Ten Thousand Villages products in your region:

Ten Thousand Villages. A Fair Trade Retailer.
Your fair trade purchase of handmade jewelry, home decor and gifts helps improve the lives of thousands of artisans in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.