PAID Youth Counseling and Leadership Internship
Be part of the Roughing It team!
Aspiring educators will gain “in-the-field” experience managing a group of diverse personalities, abilities, and interests. You will log over 300 hours of youth leadership and education, including developing and implementing curriculum for hands-on learning, leading age-appropriate activities for nature exploration, team building, and conflict resolution. See our website for more information!
Job Details
- 2026 Camp Season: Mon-Fri, June 15, 2026 through Aug 7, 2026.
- Camp Hours: The camp day is 9:00am-3:00pm. Most positions are 43-47 hours/week.
- Location: Our main camp site is at the Lafayette Reservoir. Our swimming site is at the Soda Aquatic Center in Moraga. Staff commute to their work site unless they are a bus counselor who meets the bus at its first stop.
About Roughing It Day Camp
Established in 1972, Roughing It Day Camp is an all-outdoors summer day camp for children 4-16 years old located at the Lafayette Reservoir in the SF East Bay. We are a place where children get to do exciting outdoor activities, make real-life connections, and learn the skills to succeed in life. Learn more at roughingit.com/jobs