AYP Summer Camp Counselor (2025)

Auburn

$450 weekly stipend. Housing and meals provided while each camp is in session.

United States, Alabama, Auburn

1550 East Glenn Avenue (Show on map)

Jan 27, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number	Stu04018P
Home Org Name	Professional & Continuing Education
Division Name	Assoc Prov & VP for Outreach
Position Title	AYP Summer Camp Counselor (2025)
Working Title (if different from Position Title)
Job Summary	Join the Office of Professional and Continuing Education as a Summer Camp Counselor and be part of the team that brings Auburn Youth Programs ( AYP) to life! Each summer, AYP hosts academic camps for over 4,000 high school students, offering them an unforgettable Auburn University experience. As a Camp Counselor, you'll play a vital role in creating a fun, engaging, and memorable summer for our campers. While Auburn University faculty lead the academic instruction, counselors take the lead in evening programming, guiding activities that foster connection, learning, and growth. Counselors must be fully available throughout the summer and may only enroll in asynchronous online courses during their employment. In-person or synchronous courses cannot be taken while serving as a counselor. If you're ready to make a difference, create lifelong memories, and help shape the Auburn Experience for high school students, we'd love to have you on our team! Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University? Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals. Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors. Make a difference. Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
Essential Functions	If you're ready to make an impact this summer, meet new people from across the U.S., and enjoy meals at The Edge, becoming a counselor with Auburn Youth Programs ( AYP) might be the perfect opportunity for you! As a counselor, you'll help create extraordinary experiences for camp participants while developing leadership and mentorship skills. Meals and overnight accommodations are provided while camps are in session; however, counselors must arrange their own housing and meals during off weeks. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Engage Enthusiastically: Actively participate in all camp sessions and activities with energy and enthusiasm, ensuring a fun and welcoming environment for campers. Guide and Supervise: Escort campers to all daily programs, including dorm stays, walks across campus, dining hall meals, curriculum sessions, and recreational activities. Be a Mentor: Serve as a mentor and guide, welcoming campers into the Auburn family and embodying the Auburn spirit to create a memorable and inspiring experience. Ensure Safety: Maintain constant supervision of campers during camp-related sessions, field trips (both on and off campus), dining, and overnight dorm stays to ensure their safety. Support Camp Logistics: Assist with camp check-in and check-out processes, distribute camp materials, and perform other tasks to ensure smooth operations. Uphold Policies: Adhere to all AYP and Auburn University regulations regarding minors, housing, and other safety guidelines. Complete Training: Attend mandatory counselor training before the start of camps, tentatively planned for the week of May 19th. Additional Duties: Take on additional responsibilities as assigned to support the success of the camp. As a counselor, you'll play a pivotal role in making AYP camps an unforgettable experience for campers while building your own skills and connections. This is your chance to leave a lasting impact while enjoying the vibrant Auburn campus and creating summer memories to treasure! Full job descriptions for each role below can be found on our website: aub.ie/AYPJobs
Minimum Qualifications	Have attended Auburn University for at least one year Enrolled and taking classes during the semester of employment; or Not enrolled in classes for the semester of employment, but enrolled in the previous semester and enrolled for the following semester. Be in good academic standing Be at least 19 years old on June 1, 2025, pass a background check, and possess a valid driver's license Expectations: Must have the patience, understanding, flexibility, and energy to work and live with campers and other counselors Must exhibit professionalism at all times while working with Auburn University faculty and staff Must be willing to sacrifice, adapt, and work hard as part of a team Must be able to take care of others and display a positive attitude at all times Serve as an ambassador for Auburn University and role model for all students Possess excellent customer service and interpersonal skills Staff must be capable of physical labor (i.e. lifting approximately 20 lbs. or more)
Preferred Qualifications	Previous summer camp counselor experience or experience working with high school students.
Pay Rate	$450 weekly stipend. Housing and meals provided while each camp is in session.
Work Hours	Varies (no more than 40 hours/week)
City position is located in:	Auburn
State position is located:	Alabama

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date	01/13/2025
Closing Date	07/01/2025
EEO Statement	AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/ EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
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