Summer Camp Intern

The Birchwood Camp intern program is designed to give young adults the opportunity to lead and learn in a variety of ways: Interns practice program planning, design, and execution. They learn about working effectively with children, teens, and adults. Interns support different components of our ministry of hospitality. They are mentored by other camp leaders who help them identify and nurture gifts. All of our staff, interns, and volunteers learn to live and practice genuine Christian community.

Our intern program is a great way to gain practical experience in various forms of Christian ministry, especially camping/outdoor ministry or children and youth ministry; this is also a great internship for those interested in outdoor education or teaching. Many of our interns are pursuing degrees in unrelated fields but enjoy the unique experience and skills that come from serving at camp. We are intentional about developing the leadership skills and gifts of our interns, nurturing their faith walk, and creating a unique and supportive staff community at camp. To top it off, interns get to spend the summer in Alaska, surrounded by God's beautiful creation.

We hope you'll join us; working at camp is the best way to spend your summer!

Time frame: Interns serve a minimum 6 week term during our summer camping programs which includes a training week prior to any programs. Some interns will be offered positions through July and August depending on skills, availability, and camp needs. Positions up to 13 weeks are possible.

Compensation: Interns start at $225/week, plus room & board and meals while camps are in session. Stipend is greater for certified lifeguards and returning summer staff. We are happy to work with your educational institution to help you get school credit for the internship.

Desired traits and abilities:

-A love of camping, people, and outdoors

-Previous leadership experiences

-Desire and ability to be in ministry with children, youth, and adults in a camp setting

-Enthusiasm, flexibility, Christ-like attitude, and responsible decision-making abilities

-Ability to creatively and prayerfully plan, organize, and carry out programs

-Ability to supervise campers and other staff

-Ability to travel to and from Anchorage, Alaska; your transportation to Alaska is not provided by the camp. We are happy to pick you up from the airport!

-We encourage those with current certifications to apply, such as lifeguard, challenge course, or wilderness first aid certifications. However, certifications are not required to be selected for the position.

Inters are directly supervised by the summer porgram coordinator or Birchwood Camp's Assistant Director and Executive Director . Interns will also work closely with volunteers.