Current Job dates:
Currently recruiting for the season that runs from June 2nd, 2025 to August 9th, 2025.
- Availability between June 2 and August 9
- Be 18 years of age or older by time of employment
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Extensive fresh water fishing experience
- Camping/backpacking fishing experience preferred
- Enjoy working with children!
- Cultural competence and enthusiasm for working with a diverse and dynamic community
- Ability to communicate with peers, campers, and parents, including written correspondence and record keeping.
- Ability to observe and assess, by sight and sound, dangerous situations and behavior that endangers the camp community.
- Physical ability to move independently from place to place throughout a multi-acre, outdoor camp, maintain your cabin area, including routine cleaning chores and assisting campers in need.
- Capable of appropriate responses in a variety of situations that arise when working with children including regulation of emotions.
- You live on the lake for 10 weeks! That means swimming, tubing, skiing, and sailing
- You get to play games and be outside everyday
- Room, board, laundry, and utilities are all covered
- On days off, counselors are free to explore the town of Grand Rapids, rest on campus, or check-out Mishawaka equipment like paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes. Staff have access to a camp vehicle on days off to help make visits off campus more accessible.
- Availability between June 2 and August 9
- Be 18 years of age or older by time of employment
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Extensive experience in safe gun-handling and shooting
- NRA Rifle Instructor certification preferred
- Experience instructing riflery preferred
- Enjoy working with children!
- Cultural competence and enthusiasm for working with a diverse and dynamic community
- Ability to communicate with peers, campers, and parents, including written correspondence and record keeping.
- Ability to observe and assess, by sight and sound, dangerous situations and behavior that endangers the camp community.
- Physical ability to move independently from place to place throughout a multi-acre, outdoor camp, maintain your cabin area, including routine cleaning chores and assisting campers in need.
- Capable of appropriate responses in a variety of situations that arise when working with children including regulation of emotions.
- You live on the lake for 10 weeks! That means swimming, tubing, skiing, and sailing
- You get to play games and be outside everyday
- Room, board, laundry, and utilities are all covered
- On days off, counselors are free to explore the town of Grand Rapids, rest on campus, or check-out Mishawaka equipment like paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes. Staff have access to a camp vehicle on days off to help make visits off campus more accessible.
- Availability between June 2 and August 9
- Be 18 years of age or older by time of employment
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Experience playing tennis competitively (varsity high school, club, college level preferred)
- Experience instructing tennis
- Enjoy working with children!
- Cultural competence and enthusiasm for working with a diverse and dynamic community
- Ability to communicate with peers, campers, and parents, including written correspondence and record keeping.
- Ability to observe and assess, by sight and sound, dangerous situations and behavior that endangers the camp community.
- Physical ability to move independently from place to place throughout a multi-acre, outdoor camp, maintain your cabin area, including routine cleaning chores and assisting campers in need.
- Capable of appropriate responses in a variety of situations that arise when working with children including regulation of emotions.
- You live on the lake for 10 weeks! That means swimming, tubing, skiing, and sailing
- You get to play games and be outside everyday
- Room, board, laundry, and utilities are all covered
- On days off, counselors are free to explore the town of Grand Rapids, rest on campus, or check-out Mishawaka equipment like paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes. Staff have access to a camp vehicle on days off to help make visits off campus more accessible.
- Availability between June 2 and August 9
- Be 18 years of age or older by time of employment
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Previous experience working with children with gym equipment including free weights
- CPR and other activity certifications preferred
- Enjoy working with children!
- Cultural competence and enthusiasm for working with a diverse and dynamic community
- Ability to communicate with peers, campers, and parents, including written correspondence and record keeping.
- Ability to observe and assess, by sight and sound, dangerous situations and behavior that endangers the camp community.
- Physical ability to move independently from place to place throughout a multi-acre, outdoor camp, maintain your cabin area, including routine cleaning chores and assisting campers in need.
- Capable of appropriate responses in a variety of situations that arise when working with children including regulation of emotions.
- You live on the lake for 10 weeks! That means swimming, tubing, skiing, and sailing
- You get to play games and be outside everyday
- Room, board, laundry, and utilities are all covered
- On days off, counselors are free to explore the town of Grand Rapids, rest on campus, or check-out Mishawaka equipment like paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes. Staff have access to a camp vehicle on days off to help make visits off campus more accessible.
- Availability between June 2 and August 9
- Be 18 years of age or older by time of employment
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Previous experience working with children on high ropes / challenge courses and climbing walls
- CPR, Wilderness First Aid, and other activity certifications preferred
- Enjoy working with children!
- Cultural competence and enthusiasm for working with a diverse and dynamic community
- Ability to communicate with peers, campers, and parents, including written correspondence and record keeping.
- Ability to observe and assess, by sight and sound, dangerous situations and behavior that endangers the camp community.
- Physical ability to move independently from place to place throughout a multi-acre, outdoor camp, maintain your cabin area, including routine cleaning chores and assisting campers in need.
- Capable of appropriate responses in a variety of situations that arise when working with children including regulation of emotions.
- You live on the lake for 10 weeks! That means swimming, tubing, skiing, and sailing
- You get to play games and be outside everyday
- Room, board, laundry, and utilities are all covered
- On days off, counselors are free to explore the town of Grand Rapids, rest on campus, or check-out Mishawaka equipment like paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes. Staff have access to a camp vehicle on days off to help make visits off campus more accessible.
- Availability between June 2 and August 9
- Be 18 years of age or older by time of employment
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Previous experience planning and leading children on extended, overnight wilderness trips
- Must have or be able to attain a CPR, Wilderness First Aid, and Lifeguard or Wilderness Water Safety certification
- Must be comfortable in a wilderness environment, physically fit, and be able to lift and carry a 50 lb. backpack for a considerable time and distance.
- Be able to cook meals for ten people in a backcountry kitchen, or the willingness to learn and practice outdoor cooking.
- Extensive experience in wilderness camping or leading organized groups in the outdoors preferred
- Experience in backcountry canoeing preferred
- Climbing wall or high ropes experience preferred
- Enjoy working with children!
- Cultural competence and enthusiasm for working with a diverse and dynamic community
- Ability to communicate with peers, campers, and parents, including written correspondence and record keeping.
- Ability to observe and assess, by sight and sound, dangerous situations and behavior that endangers the camp community.
- Physical ability to move independently from place to place throughout a multi-acre, outdoor camp, maintain your cabin area, including routine cleaning chores and assisting campers in need.
- Capable of appropriate responses in a variety of situations that arise when working with children including regulation of emotions.
- You live on the lake for 10 weeks! That means swimming, tubing, skiing, and sailing
- You get to play games and be outside everyday
- Room, board, laundry, and utilities are all covered
- On days off, counselors are free to explore the town of Grand Rapids, rest on campus, or check-out Mishawaka equipment like paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes. Staff have access to a camp vehicle on days off to help make visits off campus more accessible.
- Availability between June 2 and August 9
- Be 18 years of age or older by time of employment
- Eligible to work in the United States
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification preferred (we are able to assist in candidates acquiring this)
- American Red Cross Lifeguard and First Aid/CPR/AED certification required (we are able to re-certify if necessary)
- Experience instructing beginning swimmers required
- Enjoy working with children!
- Cultural competence and enthusiasm for working with a diverse and dynamic community
- Ability to communicate with peers, campers, and parents, including written correspondence and record keeping.
- Ability to observe and assess, by sight and sound, dangerous situations and behavior that endangers the camp community.
- Physical ability to move independently from place to place throughout a multi-acre, outdoor camp, maintain your cabin area, including routine cleaning chores and assisting campers in need.
- Capable of appropriate responses in a variety of situations that arise when working with children including regulation of emotions.
- You live on the lake for 10 weeks! That means swimming, tubing, skiing, and sailing
- You get to play games and be outside everyday
- Room, board, laundry, and utilities are all covered
- On days off, counselors are free to explore the town of Grand Rapids, rest on campus, or check-out Mishawaka equipment like paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes. Staff have access to a camp vehicle on days off to help make visits off campus more accessible.
- Availability between June 2 and August 9
- Be 18 years of age or older by time of employment
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Experience instructing beginning sailors in small boat sailing
- Experience operating small motor boats in close proximity to other vessels
- Experience in small sailboat racing preferred
- US Sailing Level 1 Instructor Certification or higher preferred
- Safe Powerboat Handling Certification preferred
- Enjoy working with children!
- Cultural competence and enthusiasm for working with a diverse and dynamic community
- Ability to communicate with peers, campers, and parents, including written correspondence and record keeping.
- Ability to observe and assess, by sight and sound, dangerous situations and behavior that endangers the camp community.
- Physical ability to move independently from place to place throughout a multi-acre, outdoor camp, maintain your cabin area, including routine cleaning chores and assisting campers in need.
- Capable of appropriate responses in a variety of situations that arise when working with children including regulation of emotions.
- You live on the lake for 10 weeks! That means swimming, tubing, skiing, and sailing
- You get to play games and be outside everyday
- Room, board, laundry, and utilities are all covered
- On days off, counselors are free to explore the town of Grand Rapids, rest on campus, or check-out Mishawaka equipment like paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes. Staff have access to a camp vehicle on days off to help make visits off campus more accessible.
- Foster and atmosphere of safety and comfort for a cabin group of 4-6 campers
- Lead a variety of land and water activities
- Assist with and/or lead extended overnight trips and other general outdoor/camping activities
- Availability between June 2 and August 9
- Be 18 years of age or older by time of employment
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Previous experience working with children preferred
- Have an interest in learning the special skills it takes to be a camp counselor
- CPR, Wilderness First Aid, Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor, and other activity certifications preferred
- Enjoy working with children!
- Cultural competence and enthusiasm for working with a diverse and dynamic community
- Ability to communicate with peers, campers, and parents, including written correspondence and record keeping.
- Ability to observe and assess, by sight and sound, dangerous situations and behavior that endangers the camp community.
- Physical ability to move independently from place to place throughout a multi-acre, outdoor camp, maintain your cabin area, including routine cleaning chores and assisting campers in need.
- Capable of appropriate responses in a variety of situations that arise when working with children including regulation of emotions.
- You live on the lake for 10 weeks! That means swimming, tubing, skiing, and sailing
- You get to play games and be outside everyday
- Room, board, laundry, and utilities are all covered
- On days off, counselors are free to explore the town of Grand Rapids, rest on campus, or check-out Mishawaka equipment like paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes. Staff have access to a camp vehicle on days off to help make visits off campus more accessible.
Fishing Instructor
Camp Mishawaka seeks to hire fishing instructors from June 2nd-August 9th. Under the direction of the program director, the fishing instructors oversee Camp Mishawaka’s fishing program, equipment, and awards, ensuring that the program is conducted in a safe manner, equipment is functional, used properly and stored correctly, and that awards and levels program are implemented in a consistent, transparent fashion.
In most cases fishing instructors will also serve as cabin counselors for cabin groups of 4-6 campers.
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Riflery Instructor
Camp Mishawaka seeks to hire air riflery instructors from June 2nd-August 9th. Under the direction of the program director, the air riflery instructors oversee Camp Mishawaka’s air riflery program, equipment, and awards, ensuring that the program is conducted in a safe manner, equipment is functional, used properly and stored correctly, and that awards and levels program are implemented in a consistent, transparent fashion.
In most cases air riflery instructors will also serve as cabin counselors for cabin groups of 4-6 campers.
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Nurse
Camp Mishawaka, located in Grand Rapids, MN, is seeking a Seasonal Camp Nurse/Nursing Intern for the 2025 season. Founded in 1910, Camp Mishawaka is a traditional residential summer camp and hosts campers from over 30 states and 5 different countries. We are a smaller camp, with a capacity of 80 boys and 80 girls per session, and this allows our staff and administration to know each camper by name, and to take a personal interest in the health and well-being of each child.
Upcoming graduates and 3rd year students are welcome to apply.
What: Work under our RN to manage camper health care needs, including basic first aid, assessment, interacting with local clinic professionals as needed. This is a residential position.
When: June 8th to August 9th, Half Season positions may also be available (4-5 weeks)
Benefits: Room and board are included, and there is a bonus for passing the Board Exam. The nurse is also welcome to participate in camp activities and events, and is able to be part of a team of dedicated youth development and health professionals. Time is provided to study for boards as well as hands-on experience in the field.
Testimonials:
“Camp Mishawaka was the best starting RN position I could have asked for. It helped me acquire and strengthen so many skills like leadership, communication, and organization.” - Testimonial from a 2016 College of St Scholastica graduate.
“This was the perfect way to transition from school to a full-time nursing position.” – Testimonial from 2018 College of St. Scholastica graduate.
Tennis Instructor
Camp Mishawaka seeks to hire tennis instructors from June 2nd-August 9th. Under the direction of the program director, the tennis instructors oversee Camp Mishawaka’s tennis program, equipment, and awards, ensuring that the program is conducted in a safe manner, equipment is functional, used properly and stored correctly, and that awards and levels program are implemented in a consistent, transparent fashion.
In most cases tennis instructors will also serve as cabin counselors for cabin groups of 4-6 campers.
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Head of Fitness
Camp Mishawaka seeks to hire a head of fitness from June 2nd-August 9th. The head of fitness oversees Camp Mishawaka's fitness and circuit training program, equipment, and awards, ensuring that program is conducted in a safe manner, equipment is functional, used properly and stored correctly and that any awards are distributed in a consistent, transparent fashion.
In most cases the head of fitness will also serve as a cabin counselor for a cabin group of 4-6 campers.
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Head of High Ropes Course / Climbing
Camp Mishawaka seeks to hire a head of high ropes course / climbing from June 2nd-August 9th. The head of high ropes course / climbing oversees Camp Mishawaka's climbing wall and high ropes program, equipment, and awards, ensuring that program is conducted in a safe manner, equipment is functional, used properly and stored correctly and that any awards are distributed in a consistent, transparent fashion.
In most cases the head of high ropes course / climbing will also serve as a cabin counselor for a cabin group of 4-6 campers.
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Wilderness Trip Leaders
Camp Mishawaka seeks to hire wilderness trip leaders from June 2nd-August 9th. Under the direction of the trip director, the trip leaders oversee Camp Mishawaka's wilderness tripping program (including all trip planning and preparations) and ensure that trips are conducted in a safe manner, equipment is functional, used properly and stored correctly, and that any awards are distributed in a consistent, transparent fashion.
Wilderness trip staff have the opportunity to lead trips at iconic Northland locations including the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Isle Royale National Park and the Superior Hiking Trail. More about the variety and extent of Mishawaka's tripping program can be found here.
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Swimming Instructor
Camp Mishawaka seeks to hire swimming instructors from June 2nd-August 9th. Under the direction of the Head of the Waterfront, the swimming instructors oversee Camp Mishawaka's swimming program including all swimming activities and classes, equipment and awards, ensuring that waterfront activities are conducted in a safe manner, equipment is functional, used properly and stored correctly and that the levels for the swimming program are implemented and awarded in a consistent, transparent fashion.
In most cases swimming instructors will also serve as cabin counselors for cabin groups of 4-6 campers.
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Sailing Instructor
Camp Mishawaka seeks to hire sailing instructors from June 2nd-August 9th. Under the direction of the head of sailing, the sailing instructors oversee Camp Mishawaka’s sailing program, equipment including a fleet of 15+ sailboats, and awards, ensuring that the program is conducted in a safe manner, equipment is functional, used properly and stored correctly, and that awards and levels program are implemented in a consistent, transparent fashion.
In most cases sailing instructors will also serve as cabin counselors for cabin groups of 4-6 campers.
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General Camp Counselor
Camp Mishawaka seeks to hire staff members from June 2nd-August 9th who share a commitment to making a positive difference in the life of a child. Living with a cabin group of campers for up to eight weeks, leading a variety of activities throughout the day, and possibly guiding extended wilderness trips for up to five days, counselors at Mishawaka are provided with true leadership opportunities. All the skills counselors learn (and hone), including critical thinking, collaboration, organization, communication, and creativity, have real world applications, and whether you are considering a career in education or another field, working effectively with people from different backgrounds and areas, as Mishawaka counselors do, provides an experience that you will be able to draw on for years to come.
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How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete our application by clicking on the button below, and we will follow-up with an interview. If you would like additional information prior to applying, you may fill out our brief staff application here, and we will be in touch!
Contact Info
- Peter Myers
- info@campmishawaka.com
- (218) 326-5011
- campmishawaka.com
