Camp Associate - Explore Camp

Camp Associate – Explore Camp

Cranbrook Institute of Science’s on-site Explore Camps give inquisitive campers the support they need to learn through doing. Campers work together to tackle activities, experiments, and investigations as they explore popular science topics in a unique and safe environment. For more information, please visit our website at 2026 Explore Camps! | Cranbrook Institute of Science

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

This position supports the overall camp and assists with prep, engages campers in activities, and assists with camper needs.

Qualifications Required:

• Ages 16-17 years old

• Demonstrated willingness to work with children in a museum setting.

• Ability to effectively relate to campers, staff, and museum guests.

Preferred: Demonstrated experience working with children such as babysitting, school/church groups or daycare environment.

Timeframe: Training begins the week of June 15th; day camp sessions run Monday-Friday starting July 6th to July 31st with the possible opportunity to extend employment through August and beyond. Typically, an 8-hour day between the hours 8am/8:30am – 4pm/4:30pm. Must be able to work the entire length of camp.

Wage: $13.75/hour

Benefits:

• Paid training

• Camp t-shirts (and unlimited sunscreen, water, and bug spray)

• Daily lunch provided (weeks of 7/6-7/31)

• Resumé builder

• Meet new friends (or talk a friend into applying, too)

For consideration, please submit a resume.