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For more detailed information, contact:
Hillsdale College, Career Planning
Hillsdale, MI 49242
Phone: (517) 607-2457
Fax: (517) 607-2659
To post a job, please e-mail Vicky.Arno@hillsdale.edu
 

NATIONWIDE/INTERNATIONAL

Camp Staff Positions
Thousands of jobs at over 300 of America's best camps using the online database. Simple online registration process, free of charge. Competitive salary. For more information go to www.campstaff.com

Internal Drive Tech Camp
This camp offers technology programs for boys and girls ages 7-17 at 60 universities nationwide and in Canada.  For more information call Joy Meserve at 626-584-1940, or visit http://www.internaldrive.com/summer_employment.htm.

Summer Job Opportunities
Fun and exciting summer job opportunities are available at National Parks, Western Dude Ranches and Theme Parks.  For more information, go to www.summerjobs-research.org.

Xanterra Parks & Resorts
Xanterra Parks & Resorts manages hotels, restaurants & gift shops in a number of national and state parks throughout the country.  For more information, visit www.xanterra.com and click on "Find a Job" to view current positions and to complete an online application.

 

MICHIGAN
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp

Each summer this camp serves over 5,000 junior high and high school students who major in music, art, dance, and drama.  It offers qualified education majors the opportunity to work with students of all ages while gaining teambuilding, problem-solving, communication and leadership skills.  To learn more about this camp, go to www.bluelake.org and to obtain an application, call 1-800-221-3796. 

Girl Scout Camp
Located 45 minutes north of Ann Arbor in Livingston County. Competitive salary, room and board provided. Call 734-971-8800 or 1-800-49-SCOUT, or email kross@gshva.com and request a summer camp employment packet.

Mackinac Island and Mackinac City
Seasonal information, including an application, is listed on the Web site at www.mackinacparks.com/ . Positions are limited and we encourage students to apply as soon as possible.

Michigan Historical Center's Upper Peninsula Museums Unit
Seasonal staff present interpretive programs such as orientation talks, hands-on activities and tours. The positions last a maximum of 15 weeks between May and September. For more information, contact Thomas Friggens at 906-475-7857 or FAX at 906-475-9221 or FriggensT@michigan.gov

Skyline Camp Counselors
Skyline is looking for staff 18 years and older, including general counseling staff as well as staff with special expertise such as waterfront qualifications, archery, nature, drama, music and arts and crafts. Must have a commitment to the Christian faith and one summer of camping experience or equivalent in experience significant for camping. Salary for these 7 1/2 weeks is $1500, or commensurate with experience and special qualifications. Room and board is included. To receive an application and more information on Camp Skyline, contact the camp at 810-798-8240 or e-mail chrisgannon@fpcbirmingham.org. The camp is located at 5650 Sandhill Road, Almont, MI 48003.

State Park Explorer Program
Hiring students for summer positions in many of Michigan's State Parks to conduct educational programs for the park visitors. We will provide a week of training in late May as well as related supplies and equipment to use throughout the season. We will accept applications from students in all majors. Interested students should submit a resume and completed DNR application form to Karen Gourlay, Explorer Program Coordinator, 20145 Beck Road, Northville, MI 48167.  An application can be downloaded from our Web site at www.michigan.gov/dnr.

COLORADO
YMCA of the Rockies
An affiliate of the YMCA of the USA, the YMCA of the Rockies strives to maintain a Christian-oriented environment for its conferences, families, guests, and staff.  Seasonal staff members receive housing and meals plus a weekly salary.  Persons interested in applying should go to www.ymcarockiesjobs.org.

A Christian Ministry in the National Parks
Work, Worship, Wilderness!  Lead Sunday services of worship and explore awe inspiring places.  Join a Christian Ministry and work in a national park for the summer.  You'll be glad you did.  To learn more and apply online visit:  www.acamnp.com

MINNESOTA
CAMP KAMAJI
All-girls camp looking for cabin counselors, wilderness trip leaders, assistant cooks, and office workers. Please visit www.kamaji.com for application information.

NEW JERSEY
Star Lake Camp - Counselor Positions
Star Lake is a residential Christian camp located in Bloomingdale, New Jersey, on 400 acres of rolling hills, lush woods and lakes; owned and operated by The Salvation Army.  Their ministry is mainly to children, boys and girls from the New York City area ages 7-15.  For more information go to www.starlakeyouthcamp.org or call 212-337-7259.

NEW YORK
Camp Ramapo - Counselor Positions
Serves children and teens with a wide range of emotional and learning problems.  Provides outstanding professional training and fieldwork experience.  Offers staff members a salary, room and board, and limited travel reimbursement for employment from June 16 through August 16.  For more information, contact Camp Ramapo, P.O. Box 266, Rhinebeck, NY 12572.  Phone:  845-876-8403.  Apply online at:  www.ramapoforchildren.org

Vacation Camp for the Blind (VCB)
Offers therapeutic recreation and rehabilitation programs for people of all ages who are blind or visually impaired.  No previous experience working with people who are blind is required.  Must be 18 years or older to apply.  Positions available:  counselor, lifeguard, driver, support staff, program specialist, nurse or supervisor.  For more information or an application, contact NancyAnn Nowak, Camp Director, VISIONS Vacation Camp for the Blind, 500 Greenwich Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10013-1354.  Phone: 888-245-8333.  Or, apply online at www.visionsvcb.org.

Frost Valley YMCA
General counselors, specialty camp counselors, special population camp counselors and leadership counselors.  Salaries and age requirements vary by position. Room and board are offered. Call 845-985-2291 ext. 316 for more information. E-mail us at work4us@frostvalley.org to apply or send a resume and application to Frost Valley YMCA, 2000 Frost Valley Rd., Claryville, NY 12725.

Vacamas Programs for Youth
E-mail your application and resume to mike@vacamas.org or visit the Web site at www.vacamas.org . Send in your resume to 250 West 57th St., Room 2002, New York, NY 10019.

WISCONSIN
Wisconsin Badger Camp, INC
Campers range in age from 3 to 93, and we do not turn anyone away due to the mildness or severity of their disability. We serve campers with diagnoses of autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, mental illness, muscular dystrophy and many other conditions. Visit wiscbadgercamp@centurytel.net for more information and to apply.

Wisconsin Lions Camp
The Wisconsin Lions Camp is a non-profit, American Camp Association accredited camp dedicated to providing quality camping experiences for youth and adults with disabilities.  This program focuses on developing a positive self-concept, social interaction and experience in outdoor recreational activities and is geared to the specific needs and interests of each camper.  For more information and an application, visit www.wisconsinlionscamp.com.