Employer Clemson University’s Youth Learning Institute, Adventure Camp Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Description:The camp is operated in the Blue Ridge Mountain area of South Carolina and North Carolina in Sunset, SC (30 Minutes from Brevard, NC) Adventure Camp has direct access to thousands of acres of state and national wilderness areas. The program has campers ages 10-16 who are interested in learning about adventure activities. Adventure activities include: White Water Rafting, Climbing Wall, Rappelling, Zip Lining, Rock Climbing, Canoeing, Hatchet Throwing, Shooting Sports (Crossbows & Archery), and other activities. You can take a look at our camp by going to our website at http://adventuresummer.camp/Principal Duties:Teach all components of the Adventure Camp Curriculum (training provided)Lead students in daily program classes and activities(wake-up, meals, campfire, and wrap-up)Be actively involved in all program activities, leading and participating in evening activities as scheduledAssist in routine clean-upSet-up and maintain site and program areasPerform direct supervision of campers while involved in classes and activities (on and off-site)Perform camp counselor duties including staying and attending to campers overnight while they are at camp Qualifications:Pursuing a BA or BS in Parks and Recreation, Natural Resources or related fieldMust show leadership qualities and be a role model for campers to look up toExperience with some adventure activities listed is preferred but not necessary to applyExperience working with youth preferred but not requiredMust have the patience, understanding, flexibility, and energy to work and live with campers and staffMust demonstrate teaching skills and ability to implement creative “hands-on” teaching methods Must be willing to sacrifice, adapt and work hard as part of a team pursuing a common goal and objective Job Field: Fisheries Forestry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Water and Soil Resources Wildlife GIS/Technology Community Forestry & Arboriculture Other Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location Detail: Sunset, SC Salary: $475 - $525 Per Week plus lodging and meals during camp programming Job Benefits: How to apply:If you are interested in the position, please send your resume and three references to Megan Griffith at mg5@clemson.edu. Please have all resumes submitted by March 27th Application Deadline: Fri, 03/27/2026 - 12:00pm
