Tech Camp Counselor

Duties/Responsibilities

Assistance with Camp Programming – 50%

• Organizing and/or leading morning and afternoon meetings with campers that engage them in brief but fun activities or discussions to jumpstart or conclude the day

• Assisting project leaders and co-leaders with daily activities as needed, including providing coverage should a staff member need to leave unexpectedly

• Encouraging campers to engage in activities and try new things and leading by example if campers are reluctant

• Helping to gather materials for the day and ensuring they are properly returned at the end of each day

Camp Photography and the Camp Newsletter – 30%

• Taking photos of various project groups/activities throughout the day and helping to download and organize photos into albums at the end of each day

• Gathering quick “blurbs” from each project group and organizing them into a Word doc for inclusion in the bi-weekly newsletter

Miscellaneous Camp Duties – 20%

• Walking campers to and from the nurse as needed (with another staff member)

• Assisting the Camp Manager with light office tasks such as making copies, organizing materials, or delivering supplies

• Helping to set up for community showcase events on Fridays (putting up signs, moving small tables)

• Helping with camp clean up and breakdown at the end of each day and week

• Serve as a positive ambassador to the camp and university when interacting with families or other community members who may be visiting the camp

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• No minimum education required if enrolled in high school and under 18; if 18+, a GED/HS diploma is required

• Enthusiasm for working with students in grades 5-12 

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills  

• Ability to multi-task and learn on-the-job  

• Adapts to changes in priorities and unplanned challenges 

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, sometimes loud environment 

• Ability to independently travel between various locations on campus 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a summer camp or similar youth-focused program

• STEM or Education majors encouraged, but not required 

Other Requirements:

• A successful background check is required (or two letters of reference if the applicant is under 18 years old).

• Must attend a required staff training half-day hosted by the Tech Camp Leadership team

The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. All UNH youth program staff shall be subject to a criminal background check as required by NH State Law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training.