Summer Camp Jobs at Swift Nature Camp

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At Swift Nature Camp we exemplify positive leadership by helping to create a world of people who respect each other while appreciating nature and the environment. We help children be their best, thereby making a positive influence to their future, and in turn to future generations. In the process staff often remark, how camp has changed their life and sometimes even their school major...not bad for a summer job. IT WILL BE YOUR BEST SUMMER!! We Promise!!

At SNC you're not only choosing a job, you're choosing a family — A Summer Family of 20 staff members that will stay with you for years to come! Located in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, Swift Nature Camp is an overnight nature camp for boys and girls ages 6-17.

Campers & Staff enjoy an active Nature Center, Pet Zoo and Department of Natural Resources sponsored programs, plus out of camp canoe and backpack trips.

Activities include: sailing, swimming, arts & crafts, team courses, archery, water skiing, tubing, sports and our Lego Cabin. We blend traditional camp activities while increasing a child's appreciation for nature, science and the environment. Counselors will help children develop life skills like kindness, persistence and honesty.

The Camp’s small size allows staff to promote each child's personal development by providing fun, friendship and leadership in a supportive and noncompetitive environment. SNC provides counselors to be leaders, friends and role models to today's youth. Most Cabin Counselors also have the opportunity to specialize in teaching different activities like Lego,Archery, Canoing and more. SNC will provide you with instructions, lesson plans, encouragement, guidance and support before camp begins.

oin our Family! Your going to love it! Fill out an application online https://swiftnaturecamp.com/camp-counselor-jobs

THINK SUMMER 2025...we are!

Do Something Meaningful This Summer!!! If you enjoy being with children, love camping and want to work outside. We are are the place for you!!!

***CABIN COUNSELORS*** You will be living in a cabin of 10 with another counselor. Your goal you will be as a mentor, teaching life long skills. In addition, you will be taking your group on out of camp trips by canoe and on foot. Many of our counselors run activities as well.

Check out our website and fill out an application on our website https://swiftnaturecamp.com/camp-counselor-jobs

***SWIMMING DIRECTOR-- Do you have experience teaching Swimming? Are you a lifeguard or a WSI? Have you been on a swim team? We can take anyone with a desire to be a swim teacher and give them instruction and experience.

***CAMP PHOTOGRAPHER-- Taking photography classes? Just a hobby? No worries come to camp and take pictures every day plus help help making photo books. Internship Available

***LEGO DIRECTOR-- Did you love Lego as a kid? Do you still love Lego? Come play this summer with Lego while you inspire and encourage other young builders. We see Lego as boys Arts & Crafts it promotes creativity and teamwork.

***SAILING DIRECTOR-- Did you have experience in a sail boat? We are looking for an experienced sailer to teach our young sailers the skills & benefits of using the wind to power your craft.

***ACTIVITY SPECIALISTS-- Are you willing to take on an additional area of responsibility? Then look at these Archery, Rifelry, Sailing, Fishing, Canoeing, Team Course, and more. Instructors that have skills in these areas are needed.

***TRIPPING DIRECTOR-- Take responsibility of our out of camp canoe and backpack trips. Also lead the trips. a great way to see the rustic outdoors of northern WI.

The below positions are specialist that will only do their particular job (not a cabin counselor)

***NATURE CENTER DIRECTOR-- Do you have experience teaching outdoor education? If so come and teach in our Nature Center. Requires a love of children and the environment.No experience? Want to teach children to love Nature... then this is your summer to make an impact on the future.

***ARTS & CRAFTS DIRECTOR-- Do you have experience in Arts or can just motivate children to be creative..then visit our website and fill out an application (www.swiftnaturecamp.com)

***CAMP NURSE-- RN assistant wanted... Love kids want to have a fun stress free summer? Come to camp and make a new family here in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Retired Nurses & School Nurses make great camp nurses.
Plus many more...

SUMMER CAMP COUNSELORS MAKE GREAT TEACHERS...PAID INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE!

Calling All College Students: Get Ready for the Most Rewarding Summer of Your Life at Swift Nature Camp!

Hi there! I’m Lonnie, the Director at Swift Nature Camp. I’ve spent the last 30 years helping college students like you grow into leaders, educators, and all-around amazing humans. Are you majoring in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or any other field? Great news—an internship at Swift Nature Camp is perfect for you! But here's the kicker: ANY major can benefit from this experience!

Why Choose an Internship at Swift Nature Camp?
Each year, I hear college students say, “I’m not an education major. How will camp help me?” My answer? Becoming a camp counselor will change your life and give you skills that every employer is looking for!

Top 5 Skills You’ll Master as a Camp Counselor
Teamwork
In almost every career, working as a team is essential. At Swift Nature Camp, teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. From collaborating with co-counselors to building a tight-knit community within your cabin, you’ll learn how to work alongside people with diverse personalities, backgrounds, and life experiences—all while having the time of your life!
Responsibility
Want to prove you’re ready for big responsibilities? Imagine being responsible for a group of kids 24/7—whether at camp or deep in the woods on an adventure. You’ll learn to motivate, encourage, and protect your campers, becoming their role model and hero. Talk about responsibility!
Problem-Solving
Ever heard the phrase, “Don’t bring me problems, bring me solutions”? At camp, you’ll constantly think on your feet. Whether you’re figuring out how to get 10 kids to brush their teeth or encouraging them to jump into a chilly lake, you’ll learn how to adapt, evaluate, and adjust. Employers love creative problem solvers, and camp is the ultimate training ground.
Communication Skills
In a world dominated by screens, face-to-face communication is a superpower. At Swift Nature Camp, you’ll master the art of clear communication—leading group discussions, resolving conflicts, and inspiring campers. You’ll head back to campus with communication skills that set you apart.
Leadership
Want to be the kind of leader who inspires others? At camp, you’ll lead by example, sharing your experiences and values with campers who look up to you. You’ll learn how to influence, guide, and inspire, all while maintaining high standards of behavior and professionalism. By summer’s end, you’ll not only feel like a leader—you’ll be one.
Why Swift Nature Camp?
Internships for Every Major: No matter your field of study, we’ll work with your school to create a personalized internship experience. Need credit hours? We’ve got you covered.
Education Majors, This Is Your Moment: Nearly 50% of our staff are studying to be teachers! Camp gives you hands-on experience that you can’t get in a classroom.
Get Paid to Make a Difference: You’ll be having fun, gaining invaluable skills, and getting paid—all while making a positive impact on today’s youth.
Ready to Change Your Life This Summer?
If you’re ready to have an unforgettable summer, make lifelong friends, and build a résumé that stands out, I want to hear from you! Call us today at 630-654-8036 or visit our website to learn more and fill out an application: Swift Nature Camp Counselor Jobs.

Don’t wait—spaces fill up fast. Apply today, and get ready for the summer of a lifetime!

See you at camp,
Lonnie
Director, Swift Nature Camp

http://swiftnaturecamp.com/camp-counselor-jobs.

YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE IT!