UW-Whitewater/UW Madison Summer Counselor

Forward Service • Whitewater, WI

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

Forward Service Corporation's (FSC) Upward Bound Programs is offering a six-week paid summer counselor opportunity for 2026. This position involves supervising and mentoring high school students, with additional in-service/training days. The role requires living on campus at UW Whitewater for several weeks, commuting to UW Madison for activities, and chaperoning a multi-day trip to Minneapolis, MN. Overnight accommodations are provided for training and the Minneapolis trip.

Requirements

• As of June 2026, must be at least sophomore status with at least one year of experience at a post secondary education institution with a GPA of at least 2.75
• Have a high level of maturity, adaptability, ability to work on a team, self-disciplined
• Have familiarity with and sensitivity to the needs of adolescents
• Have strong leadership skills, highly accountable, and be reliable
• Can work with minimal supervision
• Hold a valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Opportunities to return the following summer

Responsibilities

• Supervise, guide, tutor, and mentor students
• Supervise recreation, program activities and meals
• Rotating night supervision
• Assist in the development and implementation of activities in the residence unit
• Chaperone one-day and multi-day fieldtrips
• Prepare reports on academics, student behavior, meals, and accidents
• Participate in training and other staff meetings

Benefits

• Total of $4,000 plus an additional $100 for each returning year. Maximum pay of $4,500.
• Payment is paid in two installments: half mid-program and half at end.
• Overnight accommodations provided during training and Minneapolis trip.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree