Baseball, Basketball, Field Hockey, Roller Hockey, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball and more!

Being a staff member at Laurel South is far more than a summer job… it’s an unforgettable experience in beautiful surroundings… and a rare opportunity to reach your full potential as you help others reach theirs. Laurel South is a down-to-earth place where you will meet and make friends of all ages – from all over the world – and form bonds that will last a lifetime. Most of all, it’s a place where a family feeling is encouraged and both campers and staff are urged to be themselves.

We are seeking college students and teachers to lead and instruct a wide variety of activities. Our staff are caring and fun individuals who have a desire to make a difference in a child’s life.

Laurel South is among the most well-respected camps in the country. We offer quality instruction designed to allow children to participate in activities they love, while also allowing them to explore new and exciting opportunities.

We are looking for a two-month commitment June 10th – August 11th. We offer room and board for the time you are working at camp. Interested applicants, please send a cover letter detailing your interest in working with children and resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Fitness,
Come spend the Summer of a Lifetime in The Berkshires!

Camp Danbee is currently hiring passionate, skilled individuals to be great roles models for our campers! Our camp counselors spend their summer in various roles at camp, instructing our campers in everything from athletics, waterfront, outdoor adventure, creative arts and more!

The Role:

You will serve a dual role as a counselor at Camp Danbee. Those roles include being cabin counselor and program instructor. As a cabin counselor, you and one to three other co-counselors will live in a cabin with 10-12 campers, whom you will supervise for the summer. As a program instructor, you will help prepare and lead instructional lessons in your dedicated program area.

Male instructors do not live in cabins with campers, and will have additional duties outside of program instructional time – you’re a valuable part of the camp family!

Working at camp is an opportunity to develop skills that can be used in a career outside of camp. You will enhance your leadership, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills. Camp Danbee has a large leadership team to learn from, from multiple college Head Coaches to experienced professionals across the education, outdoor recreation, and sports industries.

We will work with your college/university to earn paid internship credits.

The Perks:

• Salary starts at $2300 for a Freshman in college and increases from there
• Travel allowance in addition to salary
• Room, board, and staff t-shirts
• Internship credit*
• Experience The Berkshires, meet people from all over the US and the world, and have the summer of a lifetime!

*Some educational institutions require prior approval before the start of an internship. It is the responsibility of the student to check with their institution to be sure they meet any requirements before they accept a position

WORK WITH AN INDUSTRY LEADER: Camp Chipinaw was founded in 1926, while Silver Lake was established in 2004 to offer a half summer option to our families. Both Camp Chipinaw and Silver Lake were once again named one of the Top 50 Summer Camps in the US. We pride ourselves on hiring exceptional staff from not only the states but all around the world. With over 400 staff members, from over 20 different countries, you will be able to set up a professional network unlike anywhere else.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Are you ready to make a lifelong impact on campers’ lives, while gaining real world experience? We take great pride in providing an unbelievable summer for hundreds of campers every year. With over 60 different activities at camp, we are looking to hire highly skilled individuals to be teachers and coaches in those areas. Each specialist will work in their area 5 hours a day, teaching campers ranging in ages 8-15. Specialist will make lesson plans, create fun drills and games, practice schedules, and anything else to keep their program innovative and fresh. As a sports specialist you will also get the opportunity to coach teams and referee/umpire games. The rest of the day is spent as a bunk counselor, watching over and building relationships with your campers.

ROLES AVAILABLE: Baseball, Softball, Flag Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Roller Hockey, Golf, & Lacrosse.

We are also searching for area directors who will oversee a program and live in private staff housing. Salary range will be different than a specialist

SALARY & BENEFITS: $2,400- $3,200 + Room & Board, Meals, and a Travel Stipend

EXPERIENCE YOU WILL GAIN: * Real world life experiences * Problem solving techniques * Inter and Intra-personal skills * Leadership skills

We conduct a weeklong orientation to prepare you for your role. When not teaching lessons, you will get to experience being a bunk counselor. Each bunk will have 7-10 campers and 2-3 staff members. Your responsibilities include watching over and being a big brother/sister figure to your your campers, while most importantly playing camp and having fun with them every day!

CHECK OUT OUR HYPE VIDEO: https://vimeo.com/320618773

QUALIFICATIONS: We are looking for individuals who are skilled and passionate in their sport. Teaching or coaching experience preferred.

To be considered, an applicant must:

• have completed at least 1 year of college prior to arrival at camp
• remain flexible and adaptable
• have the ability to be on your feet for over 12 hrs a day
• have a passion working with and coaching children
• possess an outgoing and fun personality

Our extensive activity program at Birchmont is run by an incredible team of coaches, athletes, and artists. Depending on the area, our specialists will either run a program on their own or as part of a team of instructors – helping the campers to learn new skills, have fun and develop their confidence and ability in particular areas. Our specialists also play an important role with their assigned group, assisting as general counselors when not running their own activity area. This role is suited to someone with expertise or experience in a particular activity – previous coaching or teaching experience is preferred, but our Area Heads and Athletic Director are on hand to ‘teach the teachers’, and help talented athletes and specialists develop their own delivery style – so enthusiastic amateurs are welcome also! Current specialty areas which we are recruiting for include: Archery, Arts and Crafts, Baseball/Softball, Basketball, Fitness/Personal Training, Mountain Biking, Games (Physical Education), Performing Arts & Music, High Ropes, Horseback Riding, Tennis, and Soccer. Our Activity Specialists typically will spend about half their day delivering their activity area, and the other half of the day acting as General Counselors, so they get to have the full camp experience, while honing and sharing their skills in a particular program area. These roles are suited to current college students or graduates with a passion for their chosen activity.

Camp Wah-Nee is hiring for summer 2027!

If you’re looking to work at Camp Wah-Nee, you’ll find an exciting and rewarding summer camp job in the Berkshire Mountains of Connecticut, just over two hours from both New York City and Boston. Staff spend the summer in a peaceful lakeside setting surrounded by nature, tradition, and a welcoming camp community.

We’re looking for responsible, energetic individuals with strong character and a genuine passion for working with children. Camp counselors play an active role in helping campers grow socially, emotionally, and physically throughout the summer experience.

Working at Camp Wah-Nee helps staff build valuable real-world skills in leadership, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. In addition, our thorough training and ongoing support help every staff member feel confident, prepared, and successful in their role.

Our team includes college students, teachers, coaches, and international staff who all share a commitment to youth development. Together, they create a positive and uplifting environment where campers can try new activities, build lifelong friendships, and develop confidence.

A summer at Camp Wah-Nee is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact while enjoying adventure, community, and meaningful experiences. If you’re caring, motivated, and excited to spend your summer making a difference, Camp Wah-Nee is ready to welcome you for Summer 2027.

Frequently Asked Questions about Working at Camp Wah-ne

Want to Learn More About Working at Camp?

Check out our summer camp staff resources below:

• The Best Summer Camps to Work At
• The Ultimate Guide to Landing a Summer Job
• What Positions Do Summer Camps Hire For?
• Thriving as a Camp Counselor: Your Role, Challenges, and Success Strategies
• Maximizing Your Summer Camp Experience: Growth, Connections, and Memories

Camp Mah-Kee-Nac is hiring for summer 2027!

Much More Than Just Another Summer Job…
Camp Mah-Kee-Nac offers an unforgettable summer job experience in the Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts, just a few hours from both Boston and New York City. Staff live and work in a stunning lakeside setting, surrounded by natural beauty and a close-knit camp community.

We’re looking for energetic, responsible individuals who bring strong character, leadership, and a genuine desire to inspire and guide boys throughout the summer. Whether you’re leading activities, supporting cabin life, or helping run specialized programs, you’ll play a meaningful role in each camper’s growth.

As a counselor, you’ll develop real-world skills—from communication and problem-solving to teamwork and mentorship—that stay with you long after summer ends. Mah-Kee-Nac provides comprehensive training and ongoing support, ensuring you feel confident and prepared in every aspect of your role.

Our staff community is made up of college students, educators, coaches, and international team members who share a passion for youth development. Together, you’ll create a fun, positive environment where boys can challenge themselves, build friendships, and discover their strengths.

Working at Mah-Kee-Nac isn’t just a summer job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact while enjoying adventure, tradition, and a supportive team. If you’re driven, caring, and ready to bring your energy to the Berkshires, we’d love to have you join us for Summer 2027.

Camp North Star is hiring for summer 2027!

Camp North Star is a traditional co-ed summer camp with multiple week options, located in southern Maine. Our campers’ ages range from 7 to 17 years old. Being a Camp North Star staff member is the most fun and rewarding summer job there is. As a staff member you will be living and working with campers and other staff members, developing life long friendships and gaining valuable work and life experience. In addition to a truly memorable summer experience, below are a number of details regarding working at camp that you should know before the summer.

Why Work at Camp North Star?

Competitive Salary: Salaries range from $2200 to $3500. Age, camp experience and special skills and advanced certifications are all taken into consideration when determining salary amounts. All employees must be legal to work in the US by being a US citizen or holding a J-1 visa. Most camp positions also include room and board. Staff members have generous amounts of paid time off to enjoy all that Maine has to offer. Camp staff members are not allowed to accept any tips or gifts. All campers are to be treated on a fair and equitable basis. Special favors or service for individuals would defeat the purpose of camp.

Bunk Life: Most camp staff members are living in our cabins with our campers. Cabins are furnished with wooden bunk beds, electricity, cubby space for personal belongings, two full private bathrooms, and 8 to 10 campers and 2 to 3 staff members. Campers are grouped by age, grade and gender and live with staff members of the same gender. All camp staff members, even those living in staff only lodging, are trained to live with campers and should be prepared to step into such role if necessary or as assigned. We are a team, working together, to ensure each and every camper a great camp experience. At camp North Star, the kids come first!

See Camp North Star in Action! Watch videos, view photos and take a virtual tour!

Camp Watitoh is hiring for summer 2027!

Camp Watitoh is a seven-week traditional co-ed summer camp, located in the Berkshire Mountains in Western Massachusetts. Our campers’ ages range from 7 to 15 years old. We attract staff from all over the United States and Canada and enjoy a nice population from abroad. Some of our International staff come from, but are not limited to, England, Ireland, Scotland, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and Eastern Europe. It is no surprise that many of our Watitoh staff return year after year and many have been campers themselves.

Why Work at Camp Watitoh?

Whether you have always known you wanted to work at a camp or the opportunity is new to you, being a staff member at Camp Watitoh will change your life for the better. Camp counselors at Watitoh are role-models, self-confidence boosters, unconditional friends, care-givers, and cheerleaders. In the eyes of Watitoh campers, their counselors are real life superheroes, guiding them on the path of living their dream. In return, Watitoh counselors get to work outdoors with amazing kids, bond with fellow staff members on and off camp and build relationships that could easily last a lifetime.

Camp Watitoh is ideally located in the heart of the Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts in the town of Becket. The Berkshires is a major vacation destination for many northeasterners and is full of cultural experiences, outdoor activity, and quaint towns to enjoy. We are three hours north of New York City, two hours west of greater Boston and approximately an hour from Albany International Airport and Bradley International Airport, serving the Hartford, CT/Springfield, MA area.

Staff Experience

Below is a checklist of all the things you should expect from your summer as a staff member at Watitoh. It will be the best summer of your life, the most rewarding experience in the world and the hardest job you can imagine, all in one! If you’re up for this challenge, click here to apply online.

You should expect:

• To have one of the most memorable and rewarding summers of your life in the most breathtaking setting in the heart of the Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts.
• To have a really hard job and not assume you’ll be on vacation!
• To put the needs of your campers ahead of your own.
• To do some things that you never would have thought you would do.
• To laugh and remember what it means to truly be yourself.
• To work closely with people who may have viewpoints different from your own.
• To have an experience that other people may not relate to once you return home.
• To be part of a community and not a 9 to 5 job!
• To make friends that you will never forget from all over the United States and the world.
• To be exhausted at times and be expected to keep going.
• To have days off where you can explore the surrounding areas and travel to local attractions including nearby Boston.
• To gain experience that can help build your resume for those interested in the fields of education, recreation, social work, coaching, outdoor education, and many more.
• To push yourself and grow as a person.
• To learn from the kids.
• To have limited privacy or time by yourself!
• To cry when you leave.

See Camp Watitoh in Action! Watch videos, view photos and take a virtual tour!

Chipinaw and Silver Lake are hiring for summer 2027!

Thank you for your interest in working at Camp Chipinaw and Silver Lake. Our summer camp is only as good as the staff it hires. That is why we search the globe for the most experienced and enthusiastic staff members we can find, from England to Australia and across the US.

We are looking for general counselors, specialist counselors, leadership positions, and support staff for the upcoming summer. The leadership roles we fill each summer range from department heads and group leaders to medical staff and office assistants. Our support staff members work behind the scenes as kitchen staff, maintenance workers, groundskeepers, and housekeepers to ensure the day to day operations of camp are handled professionally. Generally, most of our counselors are aged between nineteen and twenty-five, while our leadership staff are more experienced and have worked their way up the camp ladder.

If you feel you have the outgoing, fun personality to be a part of the Chipinaw Family, then make sure to apply! Don’t forget to visit our FAQ’s section to learn more about our traditional coed summer camp.

See Camp Chipinaw and Silver Lake in Action! Watch videos, view photos, and take a virtual tour!

Timber Lake West is hiring for summer 2027!

Timber Lake West takes the responsibility of coaching and caring for children seriously. When you work at Timber Lake West, you join a team of top-tier summer camp counselors and specialty staff who are fully committed to creating an exceptional camp experience. We are dedicated to being the best, which means attracting the best summer camp staff. That is why Timber Lake West offers some of the most competitive wages in the camping industry.

Who Are Our Staff?

When you work at Timber Lake West, you become part of a close-knit, energetic, and international camp community. Our staff members come from across the United States and around the world, bringing different backgrounds, talents, and perspectives to camp life.

Last summer, we welcomed staff from Maine to California, as well as Canada, the United Kingdom, South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, and Eastern Europe. This global mix gives Timber Lake West a truly international feel and helps create a welcoming environment where campers and staff learn from one another every day.

Our team includes cabin counselors, activity specialists, coaches, waterfront staff, outdoor adventure leaders, support staff, and group leaders. While every role looks a little different, each staff member shares the same goal: to help campers feel safe, supported, confident, and excited to participate.

Working at camp also gives staff the chance to form real friendships. You live, work, and grow alongside people who quickly become like family. Many staff members leave Timber Lake West with lifelong friends, meaningful memories, and a stronger sense of who they are.

Why Work at TLW?

Working at Timber Lake West is challenging, rewarding, and unforgettable. Each day gives you the chance to make a positive difference in the lives of children while building skills that matter far beyond camp.

As a camp staff member, you help campers try new activities, solve problems, build friendships, and gain confidence. You become a coach, mentor, role model, and trusted source of support. That responsibility matters, and it is one of the reasons why working at camp can be so meaningful.

Of course, camp is also a lot of fun. It is hard to have a bad day in the Catskills, surrounded by supportive coworkers, energetic campers, and a community that celebrates effort, laughter, and growth. From daily activities and evening events to days off with friends, the summer is full of moments you will remember long after camp ends.

Many campers and counselors describe Timber Lake West as one of the best experiences of their lives. Some return year after year, and many come back simply to visit. When you work at TLW, you join a summer family that pushes you, supports you, and gives you memories and friendships that last.

Frequently Asked Questions about Working at Timber Lake West

See Timber Lake Camp in Action! Watch the video, see photos and take a virtual tour of Timber Lake West in New York!

Want to Learn More About Working at Camp?

Check out our summer camp staff resources below:

• The Best Summer Camps to Work At
• The Ultimate Guide to Landing a Summer Job
• What Positions Do Summer Camps Hire For?
• Thriving as a Camp Counselor: Your Role, Challenges, and Success Strategies
• Maximizing Your Summer Camp Experience: Growth, Connections, and Memories