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Colorado Mountain Ranch
Located: Boulder, CO
Type: Coed Ranch Camp
Contact: lynn@coloradomountainranch.com
Position Available: Summer Camp Counselor and More!
Salary Range: $150-250/week
  • Our staff is instrumental in creating and implementing every aspect of Ranch programs, activities, construction and maintenance projects, food service, facility use, and hospitality. We are looking for a few high-spirited, multi-talented and skilled people to join our team and help with all aspects of the overall operations.
  • Children's Activity Instructors -- Teach instructional progressions in relation to each child's ability and development in the following areas: Western Horseback Riding (Wrangler); Mountainboarding; Arts and Crafts; Archery; Swimming (Lifeguard, WSI); Lake Kayaking, and Low Ropes Course (Initiatives. Team-building and Challenges)
  • Children's Activity Instructors Continued -- Gymnastics and Trampoline; Frolf, Nature Awareness, Outdoor Living Skills, Camping, Hiking, Tracking, Native American Indian Lore, Sustainability, Ecology, Teen Leadership.
  • Staff applicants must be at least 18 and able to commit to reside and work at The Ranch for the minimum time of May 29 to August 12. Staff experiences: leadership training, future personnel references, the opportunity to make good friends and be a creator/ contributor in a cooperative, active, supportive, outdoor community with children.
  • Website: www.coloradomountainranch.com
iD Tech Summer Computer Camps
Located: Located at 60 universities in AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA and WI
Type: Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs for ages 7-17
Contact: summerjobs@internaldrive.com
Position Available: Camp Director
Salary Range: $800/week plus room and board
  • iD Tech Camps is seeking Camp Directors and Camp Instructors to work at a summer technology camp where students focus on Programming, Robotics, 2D and 3D Video Game Creation, Digital Video Editing, Web Design & Flash Animation, 3D Character Modeling and more at prestigious universities nationwide!
  • We are seeking candidates with previous summer camp work experience, experience teaching and/or working with kids, an energetic, fun-loving personality and flexible summer schedule.
  • For consideration, all interested candidates MUST apply online. No phone calls or resumes please.
  • Website: www.internaldrive.com/summer_employment.htm
iD Tech Summer Computer Camps
Located: Located at 60 universities in AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA and WI
Type: Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs for ages 7-17
Contact: summerjobs@internaldrive.com
Position Available: Camp Instructors
Salary Range: $500/week plus room and board
  • iD Tech Camps is seeking Camp Directors and Camp Instructors to work at a summer technology camp where students focus on Programming, Robotics, 2D and 3D Video Game Creation, Digital Video Editing, Web Design & Flash Animation, 3D Character Modeling and more at prestigious universities nationwide!
  • We are seeking candidates with previous summer camp work experience, experience teaching and/or working with kids, an energetic, fun-loving personality and flexible summer schedule.
  • For consideration, all interested candidates MUST apply online. No phone calls or resumes please.
  • Website: www.internaldrive.com/summer_employment.htm
Sanborn Western Camps
Located: Florissant, Colorado
Type: Residential camp with separate sessions for boys and girls
Contact: info@sanbornwesterncamps.com
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: $1,900
  • Room, Board & Laundry
  • The opportunity to truly influence the lives of children in the outdoors
  • Backpacking, camping, mountain climbing, horseback riding, natural history, western history, water sports, arts & crafts, rock climbing, biking and lots of fun and adventure.
  • Website: www.sanbornwesterncamps.com
Sanborn Western Camps
Located: Florissant, Colorado
Type: Residential camp with separate sessions for boys and girls
Contact: info@sanbornwesterncamps.com
Position Available: Assistant Counselor
Salary Range: $1,700
  • Open to men (High School Seniors and College Freshmen) and women (College Freshmen). This position is residential and involves approximately two-thirds of your time working in and around the lodge preparing it for meals and cleaning up afterward. The bala
  • Special Responsibilities Include: Working under the guidance of the cooks and the camp director to maintain a clean and sanitary lodge; providing tent or cabin coverage for counselors as needed; being flexible in response to current and emergency situatio
  • General Responsibilities Include: Being a responsible role model to the campers; providing leadership and supervision during camp activities and around the camp; working with other staff members to provide a quality camp experience for all members of the
  • Website: www.sanbornwesterncamps.com
iD Gaming Academy for Teens
Located: Held at Stanford, Harvard, Emory, the University of Denver, Vassar College, Lake Forest, Texas Christian University, and Villanova University
Type: Summer video game creation courses for ages 13-18
Contact: summerjobs@internaldrive.com
Position Available: Camp Instructor
Salary Range: starting at $550/week
  • The iD Gaming Academy is a premier summer program focusing on video game creation and game development for teens ages 13-18 held at limited locations.
  • An Academy Instructor is responsible for fostering a FUN and SAFE environment while helping students learn new technology and think creatively. In addition to creating an engaging learning environment, an Academy Instructor is in charge of supervising students and maintaining a safe atmosphere.
  • The ideal candidate will have professional game production experience or be closing in on an Art or Game Design degree. Experience working with teens or teaching is preferred.
  • Candidates must show 3D character work or game development demo reel.
  • Website: www.internaldrive.com/summer_employment.htm
SK Horses
Located: Two locations near Estes Park, Colorado
Type: Horseback Riding Program
Contact: Jessi@skhorses.com
Position Available: Horseback riding instructor
Salary Range: $1700-2500
Colorado Youth Program
Located: Ward, Colorado
Type: Residential coed summer camp
Contact: msc@coloradoyouthprogram.org
Position Available: Backpacking/Field Instructor
Salary Range: $500/session
  • Unique adventure camp near Indian Peaks Wilderness in Boulder County, Colorado. Program emphasizes backpacking/survival skills with teens ages 15-18. Camp Sessions are 6 days / 5 nights long and include a 3-4 day backpacking trip. This is a high-quality, personalized program with just 4 staff and 20 campers per session.
  • Applicants must have BA/BS or equivalent experience, be experienced leading youth on backpacking trips, hold current Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification, Adult CPR, have strong safety management skills and be able to lead hands-on, experiential education. A clean driving record is required.
  • Pay is $500 per session, plus room & board, plus paid staff training. The 4 camp sessions are 6 days long with time off between each session. The summer commitment runs mid June through mid August.
  • Applicants should send cover letter, resume, and references.
  • Website: www.coloradoyouthprogram.org
Colorado Youth Program
Located: Ward, Colorado
Type: Residential coed summer camp
Contact: msc@coloradoyouthprogram.org
Position Available: Camp Counselor
Salary Range: $750/session
  • Unique residential tent camp near Indian Peaks Wilderness in Boulder County. Program emphasizes environmental education & conservation work with underprivileged youth ages 11-15. This is a high-quality, personalized program with just 24 campers and 4 staff per campsite.
  • Applicants must have BA/BS, be experienced leading children in the outdoors, be able to lead hands-on experiential education, have strong safety management skills and hold current CPR and First Aid certifications. WFR, lifeguarding and experience with conservation work are a plus.
  • Pay is $750 per session, plus room & board, plus paid staff training. The four camp sessions are 10 days long with 4 days off between sessions. The summer commitment is late May through mid August.
  • Applicants should send cover letter, resume, and references.
  • Website: www.coloradoyouthprogram.org
Colvig Silver Camps
Located: Durango, Colorado
Type: Residential coed summer camp
Contact: office@colvigsilvercamps.com
Position Available: Head Counselor/Trip Leader
Salary Range: Starts at $1600
  • Supervise campers ages 7-17 at wilderness-based summer camp in beautiful southwestern Colorado.
  • Must be 21 or older, CPR/First Aid certified, experience working with children. Wilderness experience beneficial but not necessary.
  • Benefits: Comprehensive staff training; *Wilderness First Aid certification; *Room/board/laundry; *10 week employment period; *Seasonal salary; *Time off each week; *Mid-summer break; *Additional pay for relevant certifications; *Pro deals on outdoor gear
  • Website: www.colvigsilvercamps.com
Colvig Silver Camps
Located: Durango, Colorado
Type: Residential coed summer camp
Contact: office@colvigsilvercamps.com
Position Available: Assistant Counselor/Trip Leader
Salary Range: Starts at $1500
  • Supervise campers ages 7-13 at wilderness-based summer camp in beautiful southwestern Colorado.
  • Ages 18-20, CPR/First Aid certified, experience working with children. Wilderness experience beneficial but not necessary.
  • Benefits: Comprehensive staff training; *Wilderness First Aid certification; *Room/board/laundry; *10 week employment period; *Seasonal salary; *Time off each week; *Mid-summer break; *Additional pay for relevant certifications; *Pro deals on outdoor gear
  • Website: www.colvigsilvercamps.com
SK Horses
Located: Two locations near Estes Park, Colorado
Type: Horseback Riding Program
Contact: Jessi@skhorses.com
Position Available: Wrangler/Trailguide
Salary Range: $1,400 - $2,500, plus substantial tips
  • SK Horses are horseback riding stables located in Estes Park, Colorado. We own operate two public stables that offer horseback riding tours through Rocky Mountain National Park and Roosevelt National Forest.
  • We provide a safe, fun, memoriable experience to our customers, creating a highlight for their vacation. We specialize in all ages. With people visiting from all over the world, our staff (wranglers) never know who they will meet next on their trail rides to help them become a "cowboy" for a while.
  • SK Horses runs over 100 horses between our two locations. Wranglers take part in all care and preparing the horses for daily work. Each staff member gets evenings off and one day off a week. Excellent horses and hard working, reliable, fun, enthusiatic staff.
  • Room and Board Provided, Food allowance, Tips accepted (very substantial)
  • Website: www.skhorses.com
Girl Scouts of Colorado
Located: Various Locations in Colorado
Type: Girls' Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Contact: campjobs@gscolorado.org
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: depends on prior experience, age, and camp
  • Join us for an incredible summer in the Colorado Rockies teaching campers life long skills in your area of specialty.
  • Qualified applicants will be at least 18 years (21+ for some positions), have experience working with youth, and have knowledge of or be willing to learn Girl Scout program. Room, board, laundry (resident camp only) and staff training provided.
  • Room, board, laundry (resident camp only) and staff training provided.
  • Activities: archery, arts & crafts, challenge/ropes course, indoor climbing wall, hiking, drama/dance, horseback riding/western, nature, outdoor skills.
  • Website: www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org/index.cfm/ID/28/
Girl Scouts of Colorado
Located: Various Locations in Colorado
Type: Girls' Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Contact: campjobs@gscolorado.org
Position Available: Activity Specialist
Salary Range: depends on prior experience, age, and camp
  • Join us for an incredible summer in the Colorado Rockies teaching campers life long skills in your area of specialty.
  • Qualified applicants will be at least 18 years (21+ for some positions), have experience working with youth, and have knowledge of or be willing to learn Girl Scout program.
  • Room, board, laundry (Resident Camp Only) and staff training provided.
  • Activities: archery, arts & crafts, challenge/ropes course, indoor climbing wall, hiking, drama/dance, horseback riding/western, nature, outdoor skills. Sample activity specialists needed: Riding Counselor, Arts & Crafts, Farm, Nature and Science, Sports/Games/Archery, Climbing Wall/Challenge Course, and Dance and Drama.
  • Website: www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org/index.cfm/ID/28/
Deer Hill Expeditions Inc.
Located: Southwest United States and Costa Rica
Type: Wilderness adventure and service program
Contact: info@deerhillexpeditions.com
Position Available: Summer Basecamp Internship
Salary Range: $400/month stipend, Room & Board
  • Basecamp Support Staff internships run from Mid-June to Mid-August. Deer Hill seeks motivated people to assist with major functions of the Deer Hill summer season.
  • Program Support: packing expeditions, logistical support, driving shuttles, issuing and de-issuing and cleaning group gear. Administrative Support: office and marketing assistance, database input, tracking admissions paperwork. Operations Support: gear repair, facilities upkeep, vehicle maintenance
  • Intern positions have the potential to benefit both you and the Deer Hil Mission. There will be opportunities for learning and participating in a fast-paced work atmosphere. We encourage interns to raise their own expectations, take on new challenges, and take advantage of all that Deer Hill has to offer.
  • Website: www.deerhillexpeditions.com/what-is-deer-hill/work-at-deer-hill/
Deer Hill Expeditions Inc.
Located: Southwest United States and Costa Rica
Type: Wilderness adventure and service program
Contact: info@deerhillexpeditions.com
Position Available: Summer Field Staff Instructor
Salary Range: Competitive Pay
  • Deer Hill Expeditions seeks experienced, motivated, and caring outdoor educators to lead wilderness expeditions and service projects in the American Southwest, Ecuador, and Costa Rica.
  • Responsibilities of Field Leaders: To ensure the safety and well-being of each participant and to lead expeditions that are fun while fostering participants' growth as individuals.
  • Specific elements include: teaching wilderness living skills, off-trail route finding, adjusting backpacks, fixing stoves, guiding loaded rafts through rapids, facilitating fun games and activities to a group, managing a top rope site or guiding a difficult discussion of the group's dynamics.
  • Qualifications: Previous experience leading groups in the wilderness. Experience leading and teaching rafting, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, backpacking, mountain biking, mountaineering, canyoneering and/or service projects. CPR + WFR certification. Training from NOLS, OB, or college outdoor programs a plus.
  • Website: www.deerhillexpeditions.com/what-is-deer-hill/work-at-deer-hill/
Cheley Colorado Camps
Located: Estes Park, Colorado
Type: Residential coed summer camp
Contact: office@cheley.com
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: $1800
  • Room and Board and college credit
  • Pro deals on outdoor gear
  • A camp counselor serves as a cabin counselor as well as a specialist in the assigned program area. Activities include Backpacking, Horseback Riding, Climbing, Rafting, Riflery, Crafts, Outcamping and Hiking.
  • Surround yourself with amazing people, develop professionally, live in a beautiful place and make a difference in the lives of children.
  • Website: www.cheley.com
Bold Earth Teen Adventures
Located: Adventure locations: Western USA, Alaska, Hawaii, Fiji, Bali, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, England, France, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Mozambique, Peru, South Africa, Spain, Swaziland, Switzerland, Thailand, Australia and Wales
Type: Adventure Travel Programs
Contact: info@boldearth.com
Position Available: Adventure Travel Trip Leader
Salary Range: Competitive
  • Seeking fun, motivated, and confident individuals to facilitate group travel and dynamics, teach outdoor skills, and ensure safety. Ages 21+, college graduate or seeking degree, clean driving record, WFR or equivalent. Language skills a plus.
  • Travel to California, Utah, Nevada, Alaska, Hawaii, Peru, Costa Rica, Thailand, Africa, China, Ecuador, Fiji, Bali and more!
  • All meals, activities, tours, climbing, biking, rafting, zip-lining, SCUBA etc. paid for! Travel, teach and see the world!
  • Website: boldearth.com/about/jobs
Adventure Treks
Located: Western States, Utah, North Carolina, & New Hampshire, USA and British Columbia, Canada
Type: Wilderness adventure program for Teens
Contact: info@adventuretreks.com
Position Available: Instructor
Salary Range: $1100-2200
  • Adventure Treks is seeking enthusiastic outdoor leaders to teach a variety of skills to teens.
  • You will work closely with 5 other instructors and 24 students in a wilderness setting for 16-28 days.
  • Minimum Requirements include: over 21 years old, Wilderness First Responder, experience working with teens, and strong wilderness skills.
  • Website: www.adventuretreks.com
Adventure Treks
Located: Western States, Utah, North Carolina, & New Hampshire, USA and British Columbia, Canada
Type: Wilderness adventure program for Teens
Contact: info@adventuretreks.com
Position Available: School Program Instructor
Salary Range: $70-100 per day
  • Energetic instructors to work with 6th-12th grade students during Spring and Fall programs.
  • You will work closely with a co-leader to build confidence, community, and outdoor living skills for 4-7 day field/base camp programs.
  • Minimum Requirements include: over 21 years old, Wilderness First Aid, experience working with teens, and strong ability to teach in a wilderness setting
  • Website: www.adventuretreks.com
American Dance Training Camp
Located: Locations in Stratton Mountain, VT; Squaw Valley, CA; Western Carolina Univ, NC; Copper Mountain, CO; Tacoma, WA; Beaver Dam, WI; Warrensburg, MO; Mountain Creek, NJ; Kerrville, TX; Sacred Valley, Peru
Type: Girls' Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Contact: julie@danceadtc.com
Position Available: Lifeguard
Salary Range: $525 +
Cheley Colorado Camps
Located: Estes Park, Colorado
Type: Residential coed summer camp
Contact: office@cheley.com
Position Available: support staff
Salary Range: $1800
  • Room and Board and college credit.
  • Pro deals on outdoor gear.
  • Our support staff serves as a backbone to the operation of camp. These positions include Transportation Crew, Kitchen Team, Office Team, Barn Crew, Laundry Coordinators, and Childcare. Live in a beautiful place, surround yourself with wonderful people and make a difference in the lives of children.
  • Website: www.cheley.com
Eagle Lake Camps
Located: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Type: Residential coed summer camp and wilderness adventures
Contact: registrar.el@navigators.org
Position Available: Crew Counselor
Salary Range: Starting @ $1,200
  • Be a part of one of the most unique and rewarding leadership programs Eagle Lake has to offer. You will spend 12 weeks in the picturesque Rocky Mountains of Colorado leading highschool students in spiritual development and personal growth while serving camp.
  • Crew Counselor roles lead in 4 specific areas: Service, Horse, Office and Kitchen.
  • Room, board, spiritual growth, professional staff training, whitewater rafting trips, and all that Eagle Lake has to offer. You belong here!
  • Website: www.eaglelakecamps.com
Eagle Lake Camps
Located: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Type: Residential coed summer camp and wilderness adventures
Contact: registrar.el@navigators.org
Position Available: Horse Counselor
Salary Range: Starting @ $1,200
  • Come spend 12 amazing weeks on horseback in some of the most beautiful wilderness in Colorado! You will assist in the instruction of horsemanship while helping campers to grow spiritually.
  • Enjoy more one on one time with campers while participating in all of the other exciting activities that Eagle Lake has to offer. You belong here!
  • Room, board, spiritual growth, and professional training provided.
  • Website: www.eaglelakecamps.com
Wellspring Texas
Located: Austin, Texas
Type: Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Contact: jobs@wellspringcamps.com
Position Available: Summer Camp Jobs
Salary Range: $2500 + depending on position and experience
  • Leading Weight Loss Camp for children, teens and young adults
  • Positions avilable: camp counselor, nutrition instructor, culinary instructor, program supervisor, yoga instructor, martial arts instructor, personal trainer, head counselor, field staff, ropes course facilitator, nurse, emt, behavioral coach, lifeguard
  • Room and Board Included
  • Website: www.wellspringcamps.com
Eagle Lake Day Camp
Located: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Type: Coed Day Camp
Contact: registrar.el@navigators.org
Position Available: Day Camp Counselor
Salary Range: $1,200
  • Join us for 12 weeks of the most amazing summer experience in Colorado! Make life long friendships, grow in your faith, and change lives.
  • Lead campers in skills like: high ropes, mountain biking, archery, tennis, basketball, hiking, canoeing, swimming, zip-line, art, crafts, music, Bible studies and more.
  • Room, board, laundry, internet and staff training provided.
  • Website: www.eaglelakecamps.com
Adventure Experiences, Inc.
Located: Almont, Colorado
Type: Wilderness adventure program
Contact: info@aeibasecamp.com
Position Available: Food Service Assistant
Salary Range: $250-$300/wk based on exp.
  • The Food Service Assistants will assist the Food Service Manager with meal preparation and kitchen clean-up.
  • Minimum age is 18.
  • Benefits include food, lodging and Colorado Compensation Insurance.
  • Website: www.aeibasecamp.com
Adventure Experiences, Inc.
Located: Almont, Colorado
Type: Wilderness adventure program
Contact: info@aeibasecamp.com
Position Available: Food Service Manager
Salary Range: $360- $450/wk based on exp.
  • Each summer season requires a staff of about thirty people to serve the guests at Adventure Experiences Base Camp of the Rockies.
  • As a multi-denominational Christian ministry, the Base Camp has many various positions available that might suit your particular gifts and talents.
  • Positions are seasonal from late May through the middle of August and in some cases, through early October.
  • Website: www.aeibasecamp.com
American Dance Training Camp
Located: Locations in Stratton Mountain, VT; Squaw Valley, CA; Western Carolina Univ, NC; Copper Mountain, CO; Tacoma, WA; Beaver Dam, WI; Warrensburg, MO; Mountain Creek, NJ; Kerrville, TX; Sacred Valley, Peru
Type: Girls' Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Contact: julie@danceadtc.com
Position Available: Nurse
Salary Range: $500 +