Staff Experience

What sets Camp GROW apart as a premier wilderness-based summer camp?

At Camp GROW, the outdoors becomes your office. Whether you’re on mountain peaks, rivers, or trails, you’ll work alongside like-minded teammates, inspiring kids to paddle, climb, hike, ride, and thrive in the natural world. This isn’t just a summer job—it’s a unique adventure you’ll carry with you forever.

Our summer staff positions run from late May or early June through mid-August. Join us for an unforgettable season of learning, teaching, and growing in the great outdoors!

Who We Hire

The backbone of Camp GROW is our exceptional staff, a diverse team of teachers, education students, outdoor professionals, college athletes, coaches, artists, and young professionals. We carefully select only the most dedicated and qualified individuals, many of whom grew up as campers at Camp GROW. Don’t worry if you’ve never been to camp before—we welcome staff from across the United States and around the world, bringing unique perspectives and experiences to our program.

Our staff are fun, mature, and knowledgeable, with a shared passion for creating a safe, high-quality experience for every camper. They provide expert instruction in our activities, while also serving as mentors and role models. Simply put, our staff are what make Camp GROW an extraordinary place.
The best Camp GROW staff are natural leaders who thrive in team settings and work well independently. They’re eager to learn from our experienced leadership team and even from the campers they work with every day. Beyond technical skills and certifications, we look for individuals who demonstrate maturity, trustworthiness, intrinsic motivation, dependability, flexibility, and a willingness to put campers’ needs above their own.

Before the campers arrive, our staff participate in a dynamic and intensive training program that lasts a week or more. This preparation covers everything from Camp GROW policies, games, and facilitation techniques to behavior management, camp culture, and best practices for camper care. This training ensures our staff are fully equipped to make every camper’s experience safe, memorable, and life-changing.

Why Join Our Staff?

Joining the Camp GROW team means you’ll:

  • Make a lasting impact on campers and their families. Gain valuable leadership and professional experience that will serve you for years to come.
  • Learn new skills and expand your knowledge in a fun, dynamic environment.
  • Build lifelong friendships with adventurous, like-minded teammates.
  • Unleash your creativity and imagination every day.
  • Hike, climb, and enjoy the outdoors, all while having the time of your life!
  • Enjoy competitive pay and perks designed with our staff in mind.
  • Choose from a variety of positions tailored to align with your personal and professional goals.
  • Be part of the most awesome team around—because we’re not just coworkers, we’re family!

Ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Let’s make it happen!