Each year we look for enthusiastic, talented, flexible, compassionate young adults to serve during our summer camping season. This opportunity is open to Alaskans as well as nationwide applicants! Our interns are given the opportunity to experience all areas of camp and will be “all-purpose” employees. This is a great way to gain experience in the camping world, develop your leadership skills, make incredible memories, meet other energetic young adults. We hope you’ll join us; working at camp is the BEST way to spend your summer!
Check out the American Camp Association’s Why Work at Camp!!
Interested in the Intern Program?
Time Frame: May 27-July 7, 2012
Some interns may be selected to serve longer terms
Compensation: Starting at $180/ week, plus room & board and meals while camps are in session
We are looking for Interns with these characteristics & abilities:
- A love of camping and the outdoors
- Previous leadership experiences
- Desire & ability to be in ministry with children, youth and adults in a camp setting
- Enthusiasm, flexibility, Christ-like attitude, and responsible decision making abilities
- Ability to creatively and prayerfully plan, organize, and carry out programs
- Ability to supervise campers and other staff
- Ability to travel to & from Chugiak, Alaska if not already living in the area or state; transportation is not provided. However, if you live outside of Alaska there may be ways to have airline miles donated for your use. Don’t let this keep you from applying.
- Must be at least 18 years old; 21 and older preferred
- We encourage those with current applicable certifications to apply, such as lifeguard or challenge course certifications. However, certifications are not required in order to be selected for the position.
Interns are Supervised by:
Birchwood Camp’s Director and Program Director. The interns will also work closely with the Dean of each camp (Deans are different for each camp session).
How to Apply:
Sound like it might be the job for you?
Check out the full Camp Intern Job Description.
Download the Birchwood Camp Intern Program Application.
Please complete the application in full and mail, fax or email it to us. Applications will be reviewed as they arrive, so apply early! The deadline to apply is February 1, 2012. We’ll hold interviews (via phone or Skype if necessary) during February and we will select our interns soon after. You’ll hear from us by early to mid March.
Applications should be sent ATTN: DIRECTOR to PO BOX 670049 CHUGIAK, AK 99567. They can also be faxed to 907.688.2734 or emailed to director@birchwoodcamp.org