Session 2C: Orkila Summer Intern (OSI)
Description
The Orkila Summer Internship (OSI) program is a unique, multi-faceted leadership experience that prepares teens for future positions of responsibility. The internship offers a great chance to develop your resume, gain work experience and build friendships. Teens attend training and then will fulfill various roles around camp during an exciting four weeks, expanding their leadership knowledge and enhancing the camp experience.

OSIs will attend training that includes behavior management, Child Abuse Prevention, program quality and more. OSIs will develop many transferable skills during training and throughout the program.

Two weeks of the program will be spent working “in-unit” alongside cabin counselors to supervise campers, and two weeks assisting in interdisciplinary roles that support camp operations.

During the “in-unit” weeks, OSIs will work directly with campers, assisting and shadowing cabin counselors in the day to day of a camper’s experience. OSIs will lead activities, facilitate games, help with homesickness, and be a mentor for youth.

During interdisciplinary weeks, OSIs will shadow support staff (e.g., Kitchen, Housekeeping, Health Hut, etc.) and specialized program staff (e.g., Arts & Earth, Adventure Team, Media Team, Gardener, etc.). In these diverse settings, OSIs will gain a holistic understanding of how camp functions and get the chance to explore other jobs at camp beyond the traditional cabin counselor role.

*Application, interview, and references required. Accepted applicants will receive registration instructions.


Apply Here: Orkila Summer Intern Application.



We offer a voluntary, two-tiered pricing program based on the needs of your family. This program is completely confidential and in no way affects the quality of the experience your child receives.



$150 Non-Refundable deposit is required for all registrations and is applied to the total amount due.

Tier 1 represents the full cost of camp operations.

Tier 2 represents the full cost of camp operations, in addition to long-term wear, tear, and depreciation. Families who voluntarily pay Tier 2 prices help us to ensure our camps and outdoor properties continue to thrive.


Our goal is to remove barriers that prevent anyone from participating in our programs, including financial barriers. If our lowest tier price creates a financial barrier that prevents you from participating in our programs, we invite you to fill out a Financial Assistance Application prior to registration opening. Once we have reviewed your application, you will receive a code by email that you can use at checkout to automatically apply your approved award.

Session Tag:
2024 CAMP
Location:
Camp Orkila
Dates:
June 29 - July 26
Ages:
Grades 12th - Not in school
Cost:
$900 / $1100
Availability:
This session has openings
Registration will end on 6/15/2024.