Counselors in Training 

The CIT role is for rising ninth and tenth graders. 

As a CIT, you'll learn the ins and outs of becoming a future camp counselor. Professional development opportunities include:

1. Leadership & Communication

• Assist in planning and leading activities and games
• Practice public speaking and giving clear instructions
• Develop conflict resolution and problem-solving skills

2. Behavior Management

• Understand different age groups and their needs
• Assist counselors in addressing behavioral issues positively 
• Keep campers engaged, entertained, and safe

3. Activity Planning & Execution

• Learn how to run camp activities (arts & crafts, sports, games, etc.)
• Develop time management skills and keep track of the camp schedule
• Help with setting up and cleaning up activities

4. Teamwork & Collaboration

• Work with and support other CITs and counselors
• Work alongside seasoned staff and learn how to keep camp running smoothly
• Learn how to take and give constructive feedback

5. Responsibility & Professionalism 

• Be a role model for younger campers
• Arrive to work on time and reliably
• Represent SummerWorks camp values

CITs will work a maximum of 4 hours a day (Monday through Friday), 4 consecutive weeks of the summer. CITs will have the opportunity to work either in the morning or the afternoon. The morning shift will be from 8:30am-12:30pm and the afternoon shift will be from 12:00pm-4:00pm. CITs can coordinate with Harper Lundquist, Director of SummerWorks, to find weeks of the summer that best works with them and their families.

No, CITs will work alongside experienced counselors, and will not be left alone with a group of campers. Additionally, each CIT will have a seasoned counselor as a mentor and will have frequent check-ins with Harper Lundquist, Director of SummerWorks.

With their assigned groups for the day, CITs may be involved with:

• Collaborating and assisting counselors with setting up, facilitating, and cleaning up camp activities
• Supporting counselors in supervising campers
• Helping monitor lunch, recess, and Book-It (a quiet time for campers)

Yes, as a CIT you will receive $10 an hour. You will get a paycheck every two weeks (total of 2 times when working 4 weeks). 

No, you do not need to have attended SummerWorks to apply.

To submit an application, click the "Apply" button above. It will take you to our job openings on our Rowland Hall page. 

Have additional questions? Contact Harper Lundquist, Director of SummerWorks, at harperlundquist@rowlandhall.org.

In addition to your application, we ask that you provide 1-2 references (see reference options below) and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the CIT program. Your cover letter should be no longer than one page. 

Examples of references: 

We recognize that students who apply to our CIT program may not have prior work experience, and that's okay! When you are applying, please list 1-2 references, with their first and last name, contact information (phone number or email), and their relationship to you. You should pick people you know personally, and your parents cannot be a reference. References should be people who can speak about your leadership, responsibility, and character. Below are some examples of people that can be a reference:

• A teacher or coach 
• An adult who you've done a job for (i.e. babysitting, mowing the lawn, etc.)
• A coordinator from an organization that you've volunteered at 
• A past camp counselor (if you've attended a camp before)

Once you've submitted your application, our SummerWorks team will reach out to you and schedule an in-person interview. 

Yes! CITs who complete the program successfully will receive a certificate of completion.