Outdoor Education Internship at Summer Camp
Spend your summer outdoors making an impact! As an Outdoor Adventure Counselor at Camp Wicosuta, you’ll work directly with campers while leading engaging, hands-on outdoor programming. This is a dual-role position where you’ll live in a cabin with campers and co-counselors while also teaching in your activity area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Live in a cabin with 6–15 campers and 2–3 co-counselors, providing guidance, supervision, and support
- Plan and lead age-appropriate outdoor activities based on camper experience and skill level
- Teach and facilitate activities such as camping skills, outdoor cooking, fire-building, and orienteering
- Lead nature exploration and environmental education
- Support and potentially lead off-site hiking trips and overnight excursions in the White Mountains
- Serve as a positive role model and contribute to a strong camp community
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive summer salary
- Housing and meals provided
- Travel support available
- Opportunity to earn internship credit (depending on school approval)
About Camp Wicosuta:
Camp Wicosuta is an all-girls sleepaway camp located on Newfound Lake in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. We focus on helping campers build confidence, competence, and meaningful friendships and experiences in a supportive and fun community.
Why Work Here?
This is more than just a summer job. It’s an opportunity to gain hands-on leadership experience, spend your summer outdoors, and be part of a close-knit, high-energy community.
Want to learn more? Check out our website! If you are interested in working with us and/or have any questions, you can email carla@campwicosuta.com