Summer Camp Social Media Intern

Summer Camp Social Media Internship

Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing

Location: Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing
 Department: Marketing / Summer Programs
 Position Type: Seasonal Internship
 Duration: Summer 2026
 Reports To: Director of Programs / Marketing Team

Position Summary

Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing is seeking a creative, energetic, and outdoors-oriented Summer Camp Social Media Intern to help capture and share the story of camp life throughout the summer season. This internship is ideal for a student interested in photography, videography, digital storytelling, branding, social media marketing, and outdoor adventure programming.

The Social Media Intern will capture engaging photo and video content that showcases camper experiences, outdoor adventures, staff culture, leadership development, and the overall Wilderness Adventure community. This role combines visual storytelling, content creation, and digital marketing while working directly within an active summer camp environment.

Interns will gain hands-on experience in content strategy, social media management, photography, videography, branding, and outdoor program marketing while building a professional portfolio in a fast-paced and highly creative setting.

What You’ll Do

• Capture high-quality photos and videos of campers, staff, activities, and events throughout the summer
• Create engaging content for social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube
• Produce short-form vertical video content including reels, stories, and highlight edits
• Help tell authentic stories that showcase adventure, friendship, leadership growth, and outdoor experiences
• Work with camp leadership to identify and highlight key programs, events, and camper experiences
• Edit and organize media content for daily and weekly use
• Maintain a consistent visual style and brand voice across platforms
• Assist in planning and executing social media campaigns and marketing initiatives
• Conduct informal interviews with campers and staff for promotional storytelling content
• Organize and archive digital assets throughout the summer
• Support camp events, staff culture initiatives, and promotional projects
• Assist with general camp operations and community responsibilities as needed

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Loves storytelling through photo and video
• Enjoys working outdoors and around kids
• Is highly creative, organized, and self-motivated
• Understands current social media trends and digital culture
• Can thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Is excited to be part of a close-knit summer camp community
• Has an interest in outdoor recreation, adventure education, marketing, or youth development

Qualifications

Required

• Experience with photography, videography, content creation, or social media management
• Familiarity with editing platforms such as Adobe Lightroom, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Canva, CapCut, or similar tools
• Understanding of social media platforms and short-form content trends
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to hike moderate distances while carrying camera equipment
• Positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to learn

Preferred

• Previous camp experience
• Experience creating content for brands, organizations, or personal projects
• Drone photography/videography experience
• Graphic design or copywriting experience
• Interest in outdoor adventure, leadership development, or experiential education

Internship Experience & Benefits

• Hands-on experience in social media marketing and digital storytelling
• Opportunity to build a professional creative portfolio
• Mentorship from camp leadership and marketing staff
• Access to outdoor activities and camp programming
• Networking and career development opportunities
• Housing and meals may be available depending on position structure
• Potential internship credit depending on school requirements

Work Environment

This is an active, outdoor summer camp environment. Interns should be comfortable:

• Working outdoors for extended periods
• Walking long distances around camp property
• Lifting and carrying media equipment
• Working flexible hours including evenings and occasional weekends
• Participating in camp activities and community events

About Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing

Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing is an outdoor adventure camp and retreat center dedicated to personal growth, leadership development, and meaningful outdoor experiences. Through backpacking, climbing, paddling, mountain biking, caving, and community-centered programming, Wilderness Adventure helps young people build confidence, resilience, leadership skills, and lifelong friendships in the outdoors.