Get Involved
4 easy ways you can support QT Camp:
I want to help!
Creating a summer camp is 90% behind-the-scenes work, and we need volunteers to help us get ready for 2026. We have indoor, outdoor, office and program opportunities for volunteers. Volunteers who interact with campers (optional):
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Are at least 18 years old
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Have Experience teaching or leading children
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Are comfortable participating in activities offered at camp.
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Adhere to our health policies
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Must pass SLED background check (no cost)
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Must complete Darkness to Light sexual abuse prevention training (no cost).
Email kyndra@qtcamp.org to ask about upcoming volunteer needs.
Internships
Email kyndra@qtcamp.org to ask about interning as a summer camp staff or as a fall/spring events & office assistant.
Transferable skills include:
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Leading small groups that mimic a classroom routine, lesson planning, classroom management
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Teaching / education skills
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Small business development
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Marketing & social media management
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Event planning
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Program design
QT Leadership
Our board of directors is always changing and growing. Email kyndra@qtcamp.org to ask about joining the leadership team. Learn more about the Board of Directors.
Summer Camp Staff
We are looking for awesome camp folks. Camp staff are teachers, college students, and professionals who love working with children. We emphasize education, community, and self-advocacy. Three-person staff teams lead a group of 12 campers in daily activities, lessons, and camp fun. We also love being out in the heat, playing silly games, talking with caregivers, supporting queer kids, finding lost shoes, talking about memes, putting on sunscreen, choosing music for van rides, and much more!
Research shows that applicants from marginalized groups might not apply for a job if they do not surpass all qualifications. We encourage applicants who meet our basic requirements to apply to work with us. We value personal and professional experience and people from all backgrounds.
Staff are able to participate comfortably in activities, but are not required to be experts. Specialty activities (kayaking, photography, etc) are led by outfitters with special skills. We are there to support our campers and the outfitters. We are outdoors all day, so we do require that you've had previous jobs that are physically demanding (teachers, camp counselors, restaurant servers are good examples). All staff have the decision-making skills to keep kids safe in the outdoors. We provide a staff training and classes to enhance your knowledge base.
We LOVE working with kids. Educators appreciate the autonomy with a weekly budget and schedule, tailoring group dynamics, and personal growth that comes from leading their own small group each week. Career-oriented staff will gain experience for jobs as educators, counselors, camp professionals, guides, etc. A successful candidate understands child development and can create age-appropriate games, discipline, and communication.
QT Camp values all campers and employees. We will not discriminate in employment, recruitment, compensation, and other conditions of employment on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age (except for driving), religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We model this for our campers, in communication with caregivers, and in working with our outfitters. Staff help campers learn to work together through the Camper Code of Conduct.
QT Camp Assistant Director
The QT Camp Assistant Director implements (and participates in) summer programs, under the guidance of the Camp Director. The AD works with two Camp Counselors as a leadership team for 12 campers each week. The AD communicates with caregivers, creates daily schedules and oversees camper needs.
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At least 21 years old
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Experience teaching or leading children. Prefer professional, especially camp experience. Prefer experience with LGBTQIA+ populations.
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Must be comfortable participating in activities offered at camp.
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Available for the QT Camp season plus one week before camp.
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Valid driver's license and clean DMV report
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COVID-19 vaccination and adherence to our health policies
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Must pass SLED background check
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Upon hiring:
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Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications (no cost).
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Complete Darkness to Light sexual abuse prevention training (no cost).
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*Budget is being approved for this position, and will be announced soon.
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Seasonal work with potential part-time work during the school year.
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Darkness to Light abuse prevention training every 2 years
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Professional development for teachers, outdoor jobs
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Experience teaching small groups
Summer Camp Counselors
Two Camp Counselors work with the Assistant Director to lead groups of 12 campers each week. Counselors must have plenty of experience in decision-making, leading a group of children, communicating with caregivers, and evaluating campers.
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At least 18 years old, at least 21 for high school groups.
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Experience leading children
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Must be comfortable participating in outdoor activities offered at camp
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Available for at least two weeks of camp, Monday-Friday. Full season preferred.
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Valid driver's license and clean DMV check, if being considered for driving.
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COVID-19 vaccination and adherence to our health policies
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Must pass SLED background check
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Upon hiring:
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Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications (no cost).
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Complete Darkness to Light sexual abuse prevention training (no cost).
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*Budget is being approved for this position, and will be announced soon.
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Seasonal work with potential gig work during the school year.
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Darkness to Light abuse prevention training every 2 years
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Professional development for teachers, outdoor jobs
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Gain skills in group dynamics, leadership, and program planning
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Experience as a guide for environmental education, kayaking, climbing, surfing, hiking, fossil hunting, geocaching, etc.
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Enjoy days at the beach, on the water, at parks and playgrounds, and more outdoor adventures!