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Mail to: 12370 45th St., Bloomingdale, MI 49026

Why work at a camp?

It’s more than just a summer job! Why? Well, a summer at camp can prepare young adults by giving you the following: 

1. Knowing you have had a significant positive influence in a child’s life
2. A true understanding of the word “Hard Work”
3. First-hand experience at problem solving
4. A sense of fairness
5. Unlimited opportunity to test your creativity
6. First hand experiences at conflict management
7. A very real understanding of the phrase “A Team Player”
8. An unlimited network of camp friends and “camp family”
9. A sense of equality
10. Most important… A sense of self

Some worry that a camp job may not pay enough. However, salaries are comparable to other summer jobs.  Most positions have salaries ranging from $2,000 to $3,000 for persons with certification and experience.  Plus, a summer job at camp offers free room, board… and never having to pay high gas prices to get to work!

“Business executives often note that experience as a camp counselor translates into excellent management and personnel skills. Regardless of the college major, camp experiences allow students to learn and develop skills that will enhance job marketability....” 
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Van Buren Youth Camp
12370 45th St.
Bloomingdale, MI 49026