Application & Hiring Process Resources

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We are looking for applicants with:

• Enthusiasm for providing meaningful experiences to campers

• Variety of experiences working with youth (babysitting, coaching, mentoring, etc.)

• Lifeguard certifications or enrolled in a course

  • Life guarding experience

• Leadership experience

• Hobbies/skill sets that are camp related (sailing, guitar, singing, canoeing, improv, etc.)

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General interview preparation:

• Why did you apply to work camp?

• What experiences do you have working with kids?

  • List all different experiences and give specifics like age, how many kids, activities​, etc.

• What do you hope to contribute to camp?

• What skills or interests do you have that will translate well to camp?

• We will ask you to reflect on your own experiences to best answer each question. Your application has given us a good background and we are now looking to learn more about your character and judgment based on your previous experiences.

• Review your life experiences with friends and family. We are looking for situations that speak to your character, teaching opportunities, and work with youth.

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Interview basics

• Dress up

• Arrive early

• Show enthusiasm

• Answer the questions asked

• Give specific examples

• Follow up

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Communication

• Follow up with references to confirm they have completed the online form​

• Have a voicemail set up with a professional greeting

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Note for parents: we ask that only the applicant contact us regarding employment questions.