Confidence, Competence & Community!

A day at the office!
Working Hard?!
Team Meeting

Camp Wicosuta

Currently recruiting for the season from June 8th, 2024 to August 13th, 2024.

Camp Wicosuta's philosophy is based on providing the "3 C's": Confidence, Competence & Community.

On Newfound Lake in Hebron, New Hampshire. Surrounded by the White Mountains. 45 minutes from Hanover about 2 hours from Boston.

Location
New Hampshire
Season
Summer
Staff size
180
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Family housing available
Yes
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Provided
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good

About Camp Wicosuta

CAMP WICOSUTA...Underneath New Hampshire Skies in 2024!

A traditional four-week sleepaway camp for girls in New Hampshire that offers two sessions. 

Our goal is for every camper to walk away feeling confident in herself, and competent in her abilities in any number of areas. We teach these skills in a physically and emotionally safe community in which our campers are challenged to move past their self-set limits.

Our counselors are the main reason campers return to Wicosuta each summer and their energy, enthusiasm, support, and teamwork creates an atmosphere in which our campers learn, grow, and achieve.

Work with people from all over the world in a residential setting.

Season Dates:

June 2 - August 13
Head Counselors and Activity Heads

June 8 - August 13

Pool, Waterfront, Horseback, Extreme Staff (ropes course, hiking, overnights)

June 13-August 13
Athletic, Dance & Fitness, Arts & Crafts, General Counselors, Theater, Cooking, Gymnastics &Tennis

We have post-camp work opportunities through the end of August.

COMPENSATION:

Along with a salary and travel stipend, all staff members are provided with free room and board while working at Wico (so no paying rent). Since we are a residential community you are not spending a lot of money while you are on site with us. Learn more about the benefits of working at Wicosuta by clicking here.

Salary Range: $2200-$3500 without travel stipend

Travel Stipend Range: $100-$550 for domestic staff

Certifications: Wicosuta pays for all certifications including lifeguarding, ropes certification, cpr/first aid

The Employee Experience

Check out our staff video!  https://www.campwicosuta.com/staff/

Learn more about the benefits of working at Wicosuta: Wicosuta Staff Experience

Ideal Candidate

Our staff are:

1. self-motivated. 2. love working with children. 3. adaptable 4. team players 5. love to have fun. 

Though each counselor is hired for his or her experience working with children and expertise in a specialty area, all Wicosuta counselors are part of one team that works and lives together.

Being a part of Wicosuta means being a part of something different-something bigger!  Spend your summer impacting others for the better.

Room and Board

Along with a salary and travel stipend, all staff members are provided with free room and board while working at Wico (so no paying rent). Since we are a residential community you are not spending a lot of money while you are on site with us.

Salary Range: $2200-$3500 without travel stipend

Travel Stipend Range: $100-$550 for domestic staff

Certifications: Wicosuta pays for all certifications including lifeguarding, ropes certification, cpr/first aid

Most of our staff live in a cabin with kids. We do have some non-bunk staff including our leadership & male staff. We have private and semi-private housing options on site for these staff.

  • We will feed you three meals a day (with lots of variety and snacks). 
  • Getting dressed is easy-we provide you with 8+ Staff shirts, and your laundry is done for you (washed, dried, folded) once a week. 
  • Laundry service 1x a week is provided free of charge
  • Free Wifi on site

Employee Perks

Wicosuta offers a variety of opportunities for staff to enjoy themselves during their downtime!

  • Opportunities for transportation to and from town
  • Staff lounge with wifi, television, games, lockers computers and phones
  • Hot food and drinks available at night in the staff lounge
  • Staff recreation like Zumba, tennis lessons, baking and fitness classes
  • Being surrounded by 90 acres of wilderness to explore
  • You will work alongside people from all over the world who will become lifelong friends. That means you will have a reason to visit (and free places to stay) different parts of the world when summer is over!

"I never thought I'd have as much fun as I did at camp. I was expecting a job and I found so much more. My campers mean so much to me and I'll never forget all the friends I made. Thank you so much for the opportunity to work at Wico!" -Female Arts & Crafts Counselor

Getting Here and Getting Around

We provide transportation to and from camp from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Manchester Regional Airport (MHT).

On days off (and certain evenings off) Wicosuta provides FREE transportation to nearby cities, local attractions etc. 

We offer parking on-site if staff bring their cars.

For Fun

Explore cities, college towns or the outdoors on your time off! Some of the nearby, popular day off destinations include:

  • Boston, MA
  • Plymouth, NH
  • Hanover, NH
  • Burlington, VT
Loading video...

Jobs in the Spotlight

Pool Director

Camp Wicosuta

Hebron, New Hampshire

Spend Your Summer in the Water: Live & Work in New Hampshire!

Job Starts: Jun 03, 2024

Current Job Openings

    Leadership

    Athletic Director

    $3,000.00 - $5,000.00 / season
    Hebron

    Our Athletic director is responsible for all aspects of their program area from supervising staff and designing curriculum to area maintenance and staff scheduling. 

    Specific Qualifications

    • Training and experience in athletic activities and management. 
    • Previous experience coaching or teaching
    • Help set up fields and facilities during staff training
    • Train counselor staff both during orientation and ongoing training throughout the summer
    • Supervise instruction during activity periods
    • Organize and create schedules for instructors and groups
    • Monitor and keep track of camper progress and skill development
    • Supervise staff including formal performance reviews of activity staff throughout the summer

    Our Athletic program consists of the following sports: Soccer, Softball, Volleyball, Basketball, Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Archery, Track and Field  

    As a member of our leadership team, you are an integral part of our community and have responsibilities outside your activity area.  You are a role model and will be called upon to assist and help in various aspects of camp.  Some responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • Setting up and Leading Evening Activities and Special Events
    • Assisting with baggage delivery
    • Supporting cabin staff with packing and unpacking of camper bags
    • Lead off camp trips-supervising counselors and campers when needed
    • Evening On Duty rotation 
    • Present and participating at all camp meals and all camp events
    Leadership

    Pool Director

    $3,000.00 - $5,000.00 / season
    Hebron

    Our Pool director is responsible for all aspects of their program area from supervising staff and designing curriculum to area maintenance and staff scheduling. 

    Specific Qualifications

    • Training and experience in pool activities and management
    • Current lifeguarding certification
    • Current or previous WSI certification
    • Set up pool area during staff training, including learning chemical maintenance 
    • Work closely with our maintenance team to maintain pool facilities (chemicals, filters)
    • Excellent knowledge of Red Cross Learn to Swim Program and ability to lead and instruct
    • Train counselor staff both during orientation and ongoing training throughout the summer
    • Supervise instruction during activity periods
    • Organize and create schedules for instructors and groups
    • Monitor and keep track of camper progress and skill development
    • Supervise staff including formal performance reviews of activity staff throughout the summer

    Our pool program consists of swim instruction, competitive swimming, junior lifeguarding adn pool sports.

    As a member of our leadership team, you are an integral part of our community and have responsibilities outside your activity area.  You are a role model and will be called upon to assist and help in various aspects of camp.  Some responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • Setting up and Leading Evening Activities and Special Events
    • Assisting with baggage delivery
    • Supporting cabin staff with packing and unpacking of camper bags
    • Lead off camp trips-supervising counselors and campers when needed
    • Evening On Duty rotation 
    • Present and participating at all camp meals and all camp events
    Administration

    Office Staff

    $2,100.00 - $3,000.00 / season
    Hebron

    The office staff is the first point of contact for all staff, campers and camper families, while they are at camp. This is a great job for someone who wants to be in a camp setting but work in an administrative type role, and not live with campers but live with other adults.

    The office staff are responsible for facilitating the efficient and effective operation of the Wico office.  The camp office is the center for all areas of camp.  Office staff members interact with the camp community and keep information flowing smoothly from one area of camp to another.

    Tasks include but are not limited to:

    • Answering phones
    • Camp wide announcements
    • Printing/mailing letters
    • Running reports
    • Filing
    • Completing copy jobs for staff members and other basic duties.  
    • Facilitating camper phone calls
    • Greeting and speaking with prospective families

    In addition to the above the office staff needs to be able to effectively receive and route all mail/e-mail/messages to the correct campers and staff.  Must be comfortable on the phone and using basic computer programs.

How to Apply

To fill out our initial application CLICK HERE!

Apply Now

Contact Info

About CoolWorks

Since 1995, CoolWorks has connected adventure-seekers with job opportunities in amazing places—from national parks to ski resorts, summer camps to dude ranches. We help people trade screen time for real time—meaningful experiences that spark connection and growth. Your next great adventure is waiting. More About CoolWorks

Need Help?

Check out our Help Center for FAQ's and helpful articles on how to use CoolWorks. For more in-depth information on how to navigate the world of Jobs in Great Places®, whether you're a Job Seeker or an Employer, visit our Resources page.
Scroll Less. Live More.