Summer camp jobs at summer camps and wilderness programs in the U.S. and Canada, a CampPage directory

YMCA of Minneapolis Overnight Camping

• Positions available may include Cabin Counselor, Wilderness Trail Counselors, Cooks, Program Directors of: sailing, boating, waterskiing, lifeguarding, horses, ropes course, arts & crafts, outdoor exploration, archery, and many other fun and challenging positions.
• Looking for a great summer job? Enjoy your summer in the beautiful outdoors, and get paid for it! Come work for YMCA Overnight Camps! YMCA Camping is not only a life-changing experience for campers and participants, it can be for staff too. We have a wide variety of positions available at each of our overnight camps for the upcoming summer.
• Our camps include: Camp Ihduhapi, Loretto, MN: Camp Icaghowan, Amery, WI; Camp Warren, Eveleth, MN; and our wilderness camp, Camp Menogyn, near Grand Marais, MN on the edge of the Boundary Waters.
• Website: www.YMCAcamps.org

Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin Summer Camps

• Counselors are both cabin counselors and activity instructors.
• Friday Evening - Sunday Morning off
• Hiring Positive roles models in all areas of camp. No experience necessary First aid/ CPR provided.
• Website: www.gslakesandpines.org

Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin Summer Camps

• Guide 3,5,7,10 day wilderness canoeing trips in theBoundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
• Pay increase with certifications-Wilderness first aid/lifeguarding
• Be a postive role model for girls ages 13-18
• Website: www.gslakesandpines.org

Giant Campus Computer,Tech, Digital Media, Gaming and Virtual Camps

• Counselors will teach and guide several of the classes Giant Campus offers; participate and supervise campers in recreation activities such as sports, games, team-building activities, field trips, etc. during non-computer time. We provide the curriculum and you provide your skills, experience, creativity and desire to work with children to enhance each camper's experience. Low camper to staff ratio. Candidates should possess good leadership skills, the ability to work well with others, have a good sense of humor and the ability to have fun! Flexibility is a must! It's a camp for kids!
• Candidates must be at least 18 years old by June 1 and have completed one year of college or equivalent. Experience working with children & solid knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Web Design, Flash, 3D Animation/Modeling, Digital Media (2D and Video), Robotics, Game Design, and Programming (C++ and/or VB).
• PLEASE APPLY AT secure.giantcampus.com/CareerCenter/Login.aspx VIDEO RESUMES encouraged and accepted for all locations, except CA and HI. Compensation: starting at $375 per week plus residential stipend and up to $100 in performance bonus per week.
• Website: www.giantcampus.com

Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center

• We are looking for counselors with strong leadership qualities, stamina and experience with kids. So, if working as a team, learning about our environment, supervising a great group of kids, and spending your summers on the north shore of Minnesota sounds like fun, this is the perfect job for you!
• Counselors serve as a role model for campers and along with a co-counselor supervise up to 12 campers. Counselors assist in the teaching of activities, planning overnight trips, crafts, games and safety of all campers.
• Job Qualifications - 17 years minimum age, high school graduate or pursuing diploma, current first aid, CPR, and life guarding certifications.
• Website: www.wolf-ridge.org

Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center

• We are looking for Summer Naturalists or Trip Leaders who possess strong leadership qualities, stamina and experience with kids. So, if working as a team, learning about our environment, supervising great groups of participants, and spending your summers on the north shore of Minnesota overlooking Lake Superior sounds like fun, this is the perfect job for you!
• Summer Naturalist or Trip Leaders serve as role model for students: display maturity, responsibility, flexibility, enthusiasm, and sound judgment. Teach Wolf Ridge summer program classes to diverse audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Additional Wilderness Trip leader responsibilities (if applicable): Plan appropriate trip routes, itineraries, packing needs, and menus. Prepare lessons, gather necessary teaching materials, and deliver trail classes while on trail. o Lead/ co-lead teen/family wilderness trips that incorporate environmental education, sound wilderness judgment, and a high standard for participant safety.
• Job Qualifications - 21 years minimum age. Eager to teach a wide variety of audiences, share a love of nature and foster an awareness of and value for the outdoor world. Current First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguarding certifications. (Trip leading requires a minimum level of Wilderness First Aid) At least one year experience teaching environmental and/or outdoor education. Trip leading requires prior trip leading/participation experience.
• Website: www.wolf-ridge.org

Camp Esquagama

• To perform administrative and leadership work required to manage and guide the daily operations and activities of the camp and camp staff.
• Help create a safe and exciting camp experience for campers.
• Meals and lodging for immediate family during camp sessions.
• Website: www.campesquagama.com

Camp Esquagama

• Lifesaving Certification required
• Work in a camp program activity area such as riflery, archery, land sports, nature, arts & crafts, waterfront, dishwasher.
• Supervise a cabin of campers (ages 6-15)
• Website: www.campesquagama.com

Camp Foley

• Instruct in one or two activity areas while also serving as a cabin counselor.
• Room/board provided for the duration of the summer.
• Gain skills to last a lifetime with emphasis on children and the natural envionment.
• Website: www.campfoley.com

Camp Foley

• Drive ski/wakeboard boats and instruct in a variety of apparatus.
• Room/board provided for the duration of the summer.
• Gain skills to last a lifetime with empahsis on children and the natural envionment.
• Website: www.campfoley.com

Camp Birchwood for Boys

• Lead rock climbing adventures in Northern Minnesota.
• Be a mentor to boys as a cabin counselor.
• Make friends you will have forever.
• Website: www.birchwoodforboys.com

Camp Olson YMCA

• 11 weeks of employment in the north woods of MN we have over 1250 acres on our property
• Work with youth ages 8-16 among super staff
• Sailing, horseback riding, kayaking, canoeing, overnight campouts, nature, crafts, fishing, and so much more
• Website: www.campolson.org

Camp Olson YMCA

• Facilitate and MC daily camp activities
• Direct and support great young staff and role models
• Great management experience and fun!
• Website: www.campolson.org

Camp Shingobee Timbers

• Counselors are both cabin counselors and activity instructors.
• Friday Evening - Sunday Morning off
• Hiring Positive roles models in all areas of camp. No experience necessary First aid/ CPR provided.
• Website: www.girlscoutslolc.org

Camp Shingobee Timbers

• EMT Minimum certification
• Friday Evening -Sunday Morning off- Daytime/evening hours negociatable. Live on or off site
• Oversee daily health care operations for campers and staff . Reviewing health forms, dispensing meds, daily cabin rounds, basic health care needs of campers/staff, oversee emergencies etc.
• Website: www.girlscoutslolc.org

iD Tech Summer Computer Camps

• iD Tech Camps is seeking Camp Directors with a flexible summer schedule and a genuine enthusiasm to work with kids. Not ultra tech savvy? Not to worry. We are looking for director candidates with strong leadership qualities, stamina and experience with kids. So, if multi-tasking, managing a team, and supervising a great group of kids sounds like fun, this is the perfect job for you!
• In addition to teaching technology, iD staff members actively participate in other traditional and non-traditional camp activities. Located at 60 universities including Stanford, MIT, and UCLA.
• Job Qualifications:
  • Prior Camp Experience and/or Work with Kids.
  • Supervisory Experience
  • Stamina and a Smile
  • Demonstrate proficiency in Word and Excel and be able to effectively communicate via email, cell phone and hand-written documents. Knowledge of computer networking and/or related technology programs is a plus. (e.g. web design, Flash animation, programming in C++ or Java, robotics, 2D game creation, 3D game design, 3D character modeling, game modding, digital video production, and/or special f/x editing)
• For consideration, all interested candidates MUST apply online at: www.internaldrive.com/summer_employment.htm. No phone calls or resumes please.
• Website: www.internalDrive.com

iD Tech Summer Computer Camps

• If you want to spend your summer working kids, having fun, and improving your resume, look no further—iD Tech is looking for people like you. Teach students, ages 7-17, 2D and 3D Video Game Creation, Programming, Robotics, Web Design & Flash Animation, Digital Video Editing, and 3D Character Modeling.
• As an iD staff member, you’ll receive:
  • Higher pay than the camp industry standard.
  • Summer work that will build your professional resume.
  • Travel! Choose from over 60 Locations from coast to coast.
  • Overnight Staff receive free Room & board valued at over $300/week.
  • Online support forums for problem solving, idea sharing and teaching tips.
  • In person training on classroom management and team building.
  • 24/7 support from your Regional Management team.
  • FUN! This is camp! Outdoor games, Guitar Hero contests, LAN parties and more!
• Qualified job applicants must demonstrate:
  • FLEXIBILITY
  • A Genuine Desire to Work with Kids
  • Strong Organizational & Communication Skills
  • Leadership & Supervisory Experience
  • Proficiency in word & excel programs
  • Confidence communicating via email, cell phone & hand-written documents
  • A Positive and Team Playing Attitude
  • A Sense of Humor
  • Energy and Stamina
• For consideration, all interested candidates MUST apply online at: www.internaldrive.com/summer_employment.htm. No phone calls or resumes please.
• Website: www.internalDrive.com

Camp Voyageur

• Lead in-camp activities and wilderness trips canoeing, hiking, and sea kayaking.
• Located next to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
• One counselor to four boys. The best, working vacation you'll ever enjoy.
• Website: www.campvoyageur.com

Camp Voyageur

• Oversee in-camp activities and train staff in: arts/crafts, sailing, swimming, soccer, or other in-camp sports.
• Provide instruction to campers in activity.
• Opportunities for leadership and creativity.
• Website: www.campvoyageur.com

Camp Chippewa for Boys

• Work with boys of all ages in this small, wilderness camp
• Generous time-off policy. A well-rested counselor is an effective counselor.
• Benefits include free laudry, room and board and medical.
• Website: www.campchippewa.com

Little Elk Youth Ranch Inc

• 11 week contract, Minimum age 18
• Must love kids and horses
• 1,000 acre ranch on lake
• Website: www.littleelkranch.com

Little Elk Youth Ranch Inc

• Minimum age 19
• Must have First Aid and CPR (EMT preferred)
• Manage Country Store
• Website: www.littleelkranch.com

Camp Tanadoona- Camp Fire USA

• Guide and supervise campers in an outdoor setting with daily camp activities.
• Job training provided in youth development, outdoor skills, program area and communication.
• Responsible, mature, a desire to work with youth and outdoors a must! On and off site living positions available. Must be 18 or older.
• Website: www.campfireusa-mn.org/tanadoona.htm

Camp Tanadoona- Camp Fire USA

• Assist in lakefront activities (swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing) with camper groups.
• Current CPR, First Aid, Red Cross Lifeguard certification and waterfront module certifications. Lake lifeguarding experience a plus.
• Self starter, mature and willing to work outdoors and children desired. Off and on site living positions available. Must be 18 or older.
• Website: www.campfireusa-mn.org/tanadoona.htm

Camp Foley

• Camp Foley is a kid-centered environment where skill development, making friends, and have fun go hand-in-hand with developing character and assets that will help throughout their lives.
• We are looking for enthusiastic, patient, fun and understanding men and women to be positive role models for our campers and lead by example.
• The staff at Camp Foley are both cabin counselors and activity instructors. We are currently hiring in all areas.
• Website: www.campfoley.com

Camp Foley

• Camp Foley is a kid-centered environment where skill development, making friends, and having fun go hand-in-hand with developing character and assets that will help them throughout their lives.
• We are looking for a couple dedicated Nurses that would like to take some time off of their hospital/clinic jobs to spend some time with kids on a lake in Northern Minnesota.
• Please inquire at the camp office about details, salary and the dates that are available. We are looking for people to serve for as little as one week all the way up to 6 weeks.
• Website: www.campfoley.com

St. Louis County 4-H Camp

• Supervise a cabin of campers (ages 6-16)
• Work in a camp program activity area such as riflery, archery, land sports, nature, arts & crafts, waterfront, dishwasher
• Residential camp
• Website: www.4hcampmn.com

St. Louis County 4-H Camp

• Lifesaving Certification required
• Residential camp
• Supervise a cabin of campers (ages 6-16)
• Website: www.4hcampmn.com

Camp Thunderbird

• Room
• Board
• Waterski, Horseback, Trip Leader, Boat Driver, Swim Director and Pottery staff needed!
• Website: www.camptbird.com