EPIC Camp Counselor

University of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Hampshire seeks a camp counselor for a robotics-focused summer camp. This role involves supporting daily camp operations, engaging with campers, and facilitating STEM education activities, ideal for those passionate about youth mentorship and hands-on learning.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old and available for all scheduled camp sessions.
• Interest in robotics and computing.
• Dependable and responsible with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist the camp instructor with daily activities.
• Supervise and engage with campers.
• Support campers during hands-on activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Enthusiasm for working with youth

Collaboration

Job description

locations University of New Hampshire – Main Campus

The camp counselor supports the daily operations of a robotics and engineering-focused computing camp for upper elementary and middle school students. Working under the guidance of the camp instructor, the counselor helps facilitate activities, supervises campers, and ensures a safe learning environment. This is an ideal role for individuals interested in STEM education, youth mentorship, and hands-on learning.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist the camp instructor with daily activities and lessons facilitation.
• Supervise and engage with campers to ensure a safe and inclusive environment.
• Help with general camp organization, e.g., setup and cleanup.
• Support campers during hands-on activities and group projects.
• Communicate camper needs or concerns to the instructor as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for working with youth in grades 4–8 in a camp or educational setting.
• Interest in robotics and computing (no formal experience required).
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with campers, peers, and instructors.
• Dependable, responsible, and willing to take initiative.
• Must be at least 15 years old and available for all scheduled camp sessions and required training.

Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.

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.

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast, and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. The university has a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with over 600 full-time faculty, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. UNH promotes a diverse and inclusive academic environment where individuals of varying backgrounds pursue their goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. We are committed to supporting diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourage applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status is prohibited.