Come be a part of our camp family! We are looking for responsible, fun and caring staff to become wonderful role models for our campers, 7-15 years old.  Our counselors/activity specialists live in the cabin with approx. 10 campers as well as 2-3 co-counselors. 

Our Staff Orientation helps to prepare everyone for camp life – the who, what, where, when and how, as well as tips and tricks to a successful camp summer!

Our Activity Specialists lead and participate in a wide range of activities in our four core areas: Waterfront, Adventure, Arts, and Athletics. 

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

Camp Laurel is hiring for summer 2027!

Camp Laurel is among the most prestigious, 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.

Why Work at Camp Laurel?

At Camp Laurel, we pride ourselves on our professional, family atmosphere, our top instruction and the lifelong friendships made each summer. Our staff is made up of collegians and professionals who have a desire to make a difference in a child’s life. Activity areas include Boys and Girls Sports, Waterfront Activities, Fine Arts, Theatre, Adventure, Riding and more. Camp Laurel boasts top-notch facilities consisting of a beautiful waterfront and beach, regulation sports fields, basketball courts, a lighted roller hockey arena, a lighted beach volleyball court, arts and crafts studios including photography, ceramics, 15 all-weather tennis courts, aerial park and climbing towers, stables and riding arenas, professionally-equipped theatre, and so much more. 

Competitive counselor salary starts at $3,000 for college freshmen and goes up from there.

Employee Experience

Being a staff member at Camp Laurel 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 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.

All staff will have six days off during the summer. We want you to be happy and enthusiastic about your work and recognize that time off for a little rest and recreation helps maintain that spirit. Some camp facilities are open to off-duty staff. You can enjoy tennis, basketball, swimming, stand up paddle-boarding and many other activities or simply relax in our staff lounge with Cable TV, streaming services, snack bar, ping pong, next-gen consoles and more. 

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

Brant Lake Camp is hiring for summer 2027!

Being a counselor at Brant Lake is an incredibly challenging and rewarding experience unlike any other. Working with young children and adults, and making a difference in their lives will leave you feeling fulfilled and will even make a profound and significant impact on your own life. Why work at BLC?

Who Are Our Staff?

Our staff consists of around 100-120 counselors each summer, with half returning from previous summers. Additionally, we have 30 Key Staff members, who are over the age of 25 and have been with us multiple summers. About 70% of our staff are coming from the United States, and about 75% are male. In addition to Brant Lake Camp, we also run Brant Lake Dance Camp (BLDC) and Brant Lake Sports Academy (BLSA), which allows us additional employment opportunities for female counselors.

Why Work at BLC?

Making a Difference. Working at Brant Lake is both challenging and rewarding in equal measure. Working with young people and making a difference in their lives is a profound and significant contribution to the world in which we live.

It’s fun! It is difficult to have a bad day when you are working in a picturesque environment in the Adirondacks, surrounded by good people and happy smiling campers. Many of our campers and counselors describe their time at BLC as the best experience of their lives. Many return, just to visit. Working at BLC is challenging- but guaranteed you will make new friends, have fun along the way and memories to cherish.

Friendships. Once you walk onto the Brant Lake campus you become part of our family. You will undoubtedly make new friendships. As evidenced by the longevity of our Key Staff, some of these friendships will last a lifetime.

Philosophy. At Brant Lake Camp, we believe we have a unique and thoughtful approach to caring for kids. It starts with really knowing each and every one of them– from their unique personalities, to what sports they like, whether they are lefty or righty, who their friends are, and a whole lot more.

See Brant Lake Camp in Action! Watch the video, see photos and take a virtual tour of Brant Lake Camp for Boys!