Youth Development Intern

👩‍🏫 Earn Youth Development or Education internship/practicum credit while gaining hands-on mentoring, teaching, and leadership experience. Work directly with youth in a dynamic, supportive summer camp environment.

🏕️ About the Opportunity

Camp Weequahic is a co-ed residential summer camp in Lakewood, Pennsylvania, serving youth from around the world. We're offering Youth Development and Education internships for students passionate about mentoring, child development, and experiential learning.

This isn’t just a summer job — it’s your chance to develop teaching, mentoring, and group leadership skills in a real-world setting aligned with education, youth services, and recreation career paths.

What You’ll Gain

• Mentorship & Youth Engagement: Supervise and guide children aged 7–16, supporting social-emotional growth and positive development
• Program Facilitation: Assist in planning and delivering recreational, educational, and enrichment activities
• Leadership & Group Management: Learn to lead groups, adapt sessions based on age and ability, and manage dynamics in a safe, inclusive environment
• Communication & Collaboration: Work alongside co-counselors, head staff, and directors in a team-oriented setting
• Internship / Practicum Credit: Receive supervisor evaluations, check-ins, and documentation aligned with university requirements
• Internship Hours: Opportunity to complete 250–450 practicum hours

Internship Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and facilitating daily youth development programs
• Supervise a group of 10–14 campers alongside a co-counselor
• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for children of varying abilities and backgrounds
• Model professionalism, adaptability, and a positive growth mindset
• Participate in staff training, team meetings, and feedback sessions
• Reflect on learning and professional growth as part of practicum requirements

Location & Dates

Location: Lakewood, Pennsylvania (Northeast PA)

Duration: June 13 – August 10, 2026
(Flexible contracts available — must attend orientation June 13–27)

Compensation & Benefits

• Average salary of $2,000 for first-year interns
• Free housing, meals, laundry, uniforms, and airport transportation
• Internship/practicum documentation and support to meet university program requirements
• Professional reference upon successful completion

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is ideal for students pursuing:

• Education
• Youth Development
• Social Work
• Child Development
• Recreation & Leisure Studies
• Psychology

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You:

• Enjoy working with children and mentoring in a supportive environment
• Are studying or interested in education, youth services, or recreation leadership
• Are enthusiastic, responsible, and ready to learn in a fast-paced setting
• Want a transformational summer experience that strengthens your career path

How to Apply

Submit your application via Handshake or apply directly through our website. Applications are reviewed on a daily basis — apply early!