Employment at YMCA Camps
YMCA camping is not only a life-changing experience for the campers and participants, it can be for the staff members too!
Our YMCA camps, located throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin, have full-time and part-time positions available.
PLEASE NOTE: Seasonal positions will be listed as part-time in our online employment system.
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Camp Counselors
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Camp Instructors
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Camp Office Staff
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Cook
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Maintenance
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Bus Drivers
Benefits of Working with YMCA Camps
- Lifelong relationships
- Leadership experience
- A chance to be a positive role-model
- Gain experience working with children and youth
- CPR & First Aid Training
- Wilderness First Responder (Menogyn and Widjiwagan only)
- A cabin to live in with campers and a fellow staff member
- Three meals a day plus snacks
- Adequate time off
- A beautiful outdoor setting on the lakes of Minnesota
- A close camp community
- A fulfilled spirit
Attributes of a YMCA Camp Staff Member
- High energy level
- Demonstrates the 4 core values of the YMCA: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility
- Open to change and new experiences
- Excited to work with youth
- Respects for all races, cultures, religions and abilities
- Willingness to have a rowdy good time
