2026-01-02 – Weekly Summer Camp Jobs : Explore high-demand camp counselor roles

Important Note: These jobs are posted in real-time and might expire. Please apply promptly.


Looks like the summer camp job market is bustling this week. There’s a healthy mix of roles, from camp counselors to operations managers, and even some remote gigs for those who prefer working from home. Camp counselors are in particularly high demand, so if that’s your thing, there are plenty of options.


This Week’s Jobs

  • Summer Camp Counselor - Overnight Camp
    Company: Girl Scouts San Diego Summer Camp Positions | Location: San Diego, CA
    If you thrive in close-knit environments and love the idea of an overnight camp, this role might be your summer calling. Join a community-focused team and make a difference.
    Apply Here

  • Summer Camp Counselor - Day Camp
    Company: Girl Scouts San Diego Summer Camp Positions | Location: San Diego, CA
    Lead campers in building confidence and character. This day camp role is perfect for those who want to experience the magic of camp life during the daylight hours.
    Apply Here

  • Camp Nurse/Travel Nurse (Summer)
    Company: Interlochen Center for the Arts | Location: Interlochen, MI
    Perfect for those in healthcare wanting a change of pace. As a camp nurse, you’ll support campers’ health needs and get to enjoy the unique environment of a summer camp.
    Apply Here

  • Summer Day Camp Counselor
    Company: KE Camps | Location: Costa Mesa, CA
    Work with the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs. Get certified before summer begins and lead kids in a variety of activities.
    Apply Here

  • Summer Day Camp Counselor
    Company: KE Camps | Location: Rancho Santa Fe, CA
    Another great opportunity with KE Camps. If you’re in Rancho Santa Fe, this could be your ideal summer gig.
    Apply Here

  • Summer Day Camp Counselor
    Company: KE Camps | Location: Seal Beach, CA
    Yet another from KE Camps, this time in Seal Beach. Same great opportunity to work in a country club setting.
    Apply Here

  • Summer Camp Operations Manager (Seasonal)
    Company: Girl Scouts North Carolina Coastal Pines | Location: Selma, NC
    If you’re good with logistics and don’t mind irregular hours, this operations manager role supports the summer camp team and could be just the challenge you’re looking for.
    Apply Here

  • Summer Camp Counselor
    Company: CORA Services Inc | Location: Philadelphia, PA
    Join the YouthCOR Team for a full-time or part-time counselor position, helping kids make the most of their summer.
    Apply Here

  • Summer Day Camp Counselor
    Company: KE Camps | Location: Alexandria, VA
    Get certified and join KE Camps at their Alexandria location. Help kids have an unforgettable summer.
    Apply Here

  • Summer Day Camp Counselor
    Company: KE Camps | Location: Cockeysville, MD
    The last of the KE Camps listings this week, this one in Cockeysville. Perfect for those wanting a reliable summer gig.
    Apply Here


Work From Anywhere (100% Verified)

Remote opportunities are out there if you’re looking for flexibility. Here’s what’s available from home this week:

  • Advanced Math Summer Camp Instructor - Remote | WFH
    Company: Get It Recruit - Educational Services | Location: Orange County, CA
    Dive into a 3-week summer camp program teaching advanced math. Great for educators wanting a remote summer gig with flexible hours.
    Apply Here

  • Coding & Robotics Instructor - Remote | WFH
    Company: Get It Recruit - Educational Services | Location: Wallops Island, VA
    Perfect for tech enthusiasts. Teach coding and robotics from home, shaping young minds in a creative way.
    Apply Here

See all urgent needs jobs here: See Urgent Needs Jobs
Explore remote jobs here: See Remote Jobs


That’s all for this week’s roundup. Whether you’re looking to work under the sun at a camp or prefer the comfort of remote work, there are plenty of options. Until next time, take care and good luck with your applications!

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These real-time posts vanish fast — , learned that the hard way. “Camp Counselor Company: KE Camps | Location: Cockeysville, MD” caught my eye, and what’s worked for me is applying within an hour with a short, role-specific blurb plus availability dates and certs (CPR/lifeguard). If you can swing it, call the camp office right after submitting; if not, a quick LinkedIn note to the director can still nudge your app to the top.

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But quick tip: apply on the camp’s own site and put your exact dates and CPR/First Aid up top — I got a same‑day call, while remote roles were slower; if you miss a posting, the ACA board refreshes fast: https://www.acacamps.org/camp-jobs. @alex4415 do you follow up by phone after 24–48 hours?

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, the ‘real-time’ part is brutal — what helped me was setting instant alerts on acacamps.org/camp-jobs and pre-filling a CampMinder profile so I could submit in under 5 minutes. Small caveat: counselors are hot this week, but I got a faster response for an ops assistant role when I called the camp office right after applying — anyone else seeing phone calls beat emails?

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, I applied to two counselor roles this week and got a same‑day interview when I uploaded a 30‑second intro video and put my exact dates in the first line — “apply promptly” is spot‑on. If you can’t find the portal, I’ve had luck calling the director after 4 p.m. local time to confirm openings before they vanish. @Guide is right about speed, but if you’re aiming for a remote gig, expect the background check to slow things a bit.

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Agree “apply promptly” matters; what moved the needle for me was calling the camp office right after submitting and leaving a 20-second voicemail with my dates and certs — I had interviews within hours twice last summer. If you hate calls, @lee12, a subject line like “Counselor — May 27-Aug 10, CPR/AED” on your email intro did the same thing for two camps.

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But attaching a one-page ‘activity ideas + cabin rules’ PDF got callbacks; note pending cert date: Red Cross Training | Take a Class | Red Cross.

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