Student - General Summer Camp Employment

Butler University • Indianapolis, IN

7h

About The Position

Butler University Camps & Community Programs is hiring energetic, responsible, and student-centered team members for Summer 2026. This general summer employment posting serves as the entry point for multiple camp-based roles across our youth and pre-college programs.

Our programs serve a wide range of students—from elementary-age campers to rising high school juniors and seniors—and focus on leadership development, creativity, academic exploration, and community building. Summer staff play a critical role in creating a safe, welcoming, engaging, and growth-oriented environment for all participants.

Role placement may involve daytime supervision, overnight residential responsibilities, leadership of small cohorts, logistical support, or team coordination.

Requirements

• Current Butler student (for Pre-College roles) or approved program staff eligibility
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to working with diverse youth populations
• Reliability, professionalism, and maturity
• Completion of required summer trainings

Nice To Haves

• Living on campus during program weeks
• Extended daytime hours
• Supervising off-campus field trips
• Leading small groups of approximately 8–12 students
• Supporting medication retrieval or logistics
• Facilitating team meetings or assisting in staff leadership
• Additional certifications such as CPR/First Aid

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for participants
• Build meaningful relationships with campers and serve as mentors
• Model professionalism, enthusiasm, and respect
• Support daily programming, transitions, and activities
• Collaborate effectively with fellow counselors and program staff
• Communicate concerns appropriately and follow safety protocols
• Represent Butler University with integrity and pride

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed