Staff Benefits

Yes, you'll have something to put on a resume and yes, you'll walk away with a competitive salary. You'll have incredible fun, you'll be outdoors, and you'll make some nice connections.

But what  else do you get when you work for CYJ?

Crucial "Soft" Skills

if you do some research on what types of skills hiring managers and business leaders are most interested in, you'll find a few traits repeated consistently. These traits are:

•        Communication, Teamwork, and Collaboration
•        Problem-Solving and Adaptability
•        Public Speaking
•        Group and Behavior Management
•        Decision Making
•        Creative Thinking
•        Leadership and Confidence

What's incredible about this is that these are  exactly the types of abilities that camp work nurtures. Leading activities, looking after kids, and programming with your coworkers sharpens all of these skills, (putting you ahead of anyone with a basic office job). A CYJ summer gets you ready for a future with employers in any field!

We Invest in Your Professional Development

CYJ is a BIG operation with a lot of moving parts. This can be a little challenging, but it also means you're bound to find work you can do in the field you're interested in. Taking a role as a specialist or approaching designing an internship with the head staff are two great ways to broaden your experience in your field of choice.

There are also great opportunities for advancement within the organization, which means you could be getting priceless supervisory experience while still in college. (And of course, with all the creative opportunities at camp, you can always step up in less official capacities to contribute your special gifts.)

More Perks

•        Housing and Meals – You don’t have to pay for a thing! All our staff live on site and get three meals a day, plus snack. In the outside world, these items can really add up – at camp you’ll save money and keep your whole paycheck!
•        Staff Lounge – A staff-only zone with couches, air conditioning, entertainment systems, and more.
•        Staff Fun - We know that happy staff means happy camp, and we want you to get everything you can out of the summer just like the campers! That's why we plan staff recreation and programs throughout the season for your enjoyment!
•        Laundry – We have laundry facilities at camp with multiple machines for washing and drying, so you can keep your clothes clean all summer long.
•        Work Space & Internet – Internet access is available to all staff members. There are facilities spread around camp with computers, internet, and printers
•        Certifications – Some staff will receive certifications from American Red Cross and other accreditation organizations, such as CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding. These certifications are paid for by camp as a part of your summer role, but are totally useful for other endeavors you might pursue after the summer.
•        Free Training – Our staff training program teaches skills that are valuable for your future and provides meaningful experience to build your resumé