Educational Psychology as a Summer Camp Counselor - Paid Internship at Camp Augusta

You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job. Educational Psychology as a Summer Camp Counselor - Paid Internship Summer Camp Counselor - (Educational Psychology Internship Credit Optional) Make Your Summer Memorable, Meaningful, & Full of Growth! Location: Northern California (onsite housing provided) Position Type: Full-time, seasonal (May 13th-August 9th) Compensation: From $5000 + fresh food, housing, utilities, training, and perks ! Are you passionate about working with youth? Looking for a summer that’s not just a job, but an opportunity to develop professionally and personally in a supportive, fun, and growth-oriented environment? Join us as a Camp Counselor at Camp Augusta , where you'll have the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in child psychology and leadership while building lasting relationships with kids and fellow staff. A summer job or internship with us includes: 300+ Hours of Experiential Training in topics such as: Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy Nonviolent Communication Emotional intelligence Child development Understanding of group dynamics Group facilitation CPR and 1st aid (certification provided!) Lifeguarding (certification provided!) Emergency preparedness Our 150+ activities and more! 9 Weeks of Summer Practicing: Lead, mentor, and live with cabins of 5 campers at a time, and apply all the skills above to camp activities and discussions. A Skilled & Dedicated Supervisor/Scaffolder: With no more than a 1:8 ratio, this person emphasizes your growth and works with you to develop your skills working with kids Fully Paid & Inclusive: In addition to a summer salary of $5000, counselors also have all of their housing, utilities, and organic food provided for during their entire stay, as well as receiving other perks! What You’ll Do as a Counselor: Wake up your campers with a creative and fun ‘Special Wakeup’ Teach 4 clinics (you’ll choose from 150+ options during training) to whatever campers sign up Facilitate a Cabin Activity with your cabin group, which you all created together Support and supervise your 5 campers in the 3 meals and in Rest Hour Participate in themed Evening Programs, where you’ll play a character, run games, and bring magical experiences to life. Engage in group discussions and one‑on‑one counseling using emotionally intelligent techniques. Counselors are the heartbeat of camp. Most counselors spend a session or two outside of the cabin as well, contributing to programming or other areas of interest. See our page on counselor life for more information on the role and how it differs from most other camps. Ideal Candidates: This role is perfect for you if you: Have experience or a passion for working with children, and are excited to continue that journey in a summer camp setting. Are ready to engage deeply with a community of 100 campers and 70 staff members for 9 weeks, working long days (7:00 AM - 10:00 PM) to support kids and foster personal growth. Enjoy playing, creating, and bringing joy to others through fun, imaginative activities. Have the emotional intelligence and stamina to guide campers, fellow counselors, and yourself through challenges, offering counseling and support as needed. Love community and are excited to contribute to the personal and professional growth of your fellow staff members. Must be at least 19 years of age by June 1st, 2026 Must be available during our full summer dates: from May 12th to August 8th, 2026 Ability to commit to 5-8 hours of pre‑camp onboarding work per week (paperwork, videos, book clubs, readings, etc.) from when you are hired to when you arrive, and maintain open and prompt communication about that work AND MUST have one of the following: At least one summer of experience working at a summer camp Over 100 hours of direct paid mentorship work with youth (beyond babysitting) A major or background directly related to mentoring youth, with the intention to work with youth in your future career Preferred qualifications: A history of ‘meaningful’ work and a variety of experiences with youth A plethora of interesting hobbies, passions, and life experiences that you’re excited to share with us A GPA of 3.0+ with a true excitement for learning and writing The training, mentorship, practice, and experience you will get working at Augusta far surpass most (if not all) camps in the nation. We seek high-quality candidates for our roles and promise a high-caliber experience. Notably, our staff training and camp programs were developed by our director who has multiple doctorates in psychology, and our training has been offered as multiple accredited courses at Prescott University. Internships? Yup, we do that. Within the standard structure of the counseling role, we can co‑design your internship based on the skills and development you seek, and the specific requirements of your school! Note: Some educational institutions require prior approval before the start of an internship. It is the responsibility of the student to check with their institution to be sure they meet any requirements before they accept a position. If you have internship requirements, we can almost definitely meet them! About Camp Augusta: Camp Augusta is a nonprofit residential summer camp in northern California that offers a truly unique summer camp experience for campers and staff alike. We are focused on counseling skills, creativity, excellent programming, and camper choice - see more about the vision of our camp here . We aim to include and celebrate many facets of human identity – gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, race, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, and other aspects that make us unique. We are working to craft an inclusive culture founded on ideals of curiosity, honesty, empathy, and acceptance – a place where people are seen and acknowledged for their shared humanity as well as their unique individuality. Read our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, And Belonging (DEIB) Statement here. Read our Counselor Page (and sub‑pages) to see if you feel excited by the schedule and responsibilities of the counselor role Someone from our hiring team will reach out to you within 48 hours Schedule an Intro Chat with us, and complete a full application! #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Delaware