Junior Counselor
Become a Junior Counselor (JC)
Lead, Inspire, Grow!
Ready to level up? This summer, step into leadership.
Camp Med‑o‑lark’s Junior Counselor (JC) program invites exceptional CITs (Counselors-in‑Training) to return, lead—and thrive. We’ll waive your tuition, and new for 2025: eligible JCs earn a paid stipend too.
What You’ll Do – Leadership in Action
Cabin Life: Live alongside younger campers and lead by example. You’ll be in a cabin with younger campers (7-11) and serve as a role model for them, helping them acclimate to camp life and master independence away from home.
Level Up Your Responsibility: Co-teach classes, help run events, assist in camper supervision during chill time —and dive into a leadership workshop that'll boost your skills for life beyond camp.
Creative Leadership: You’ll help assist in creative classes, from candles to music to art barn.
Possible Perk: Nudge your way toward a paid staff position next summer.
Mentors Got Your Back
You’ll be matched with mentors to guide your leadership journey!
Cabin Mentors: Two counselors who help you master cabin life.
Teaching Mentor: A pro in a subject area such as Candles or Ceramics who gives feedback and guidance.
Earn & Learn !
Being a Junior Counselor has perks!
Stipend: $400 after a 4-week session or $800 for an 8-week session.
No Tuition: 3 meals, housing, and no tuition!
Charter Bus / Airport Pick-Ups are Free: If you can drive to camp, we’ve got a parking space for you. Otherwise, we’re happy to get you on our buses to/from camp or pick you up/drop you off at the airport, free of charge.
Staff Discount: As a junior counselor, you’ll get 40% off all goods in our camp store, all summer long!
Free Field Trips like White Water Rafting: as a chaperone, you’ll come on field trips for free.
Community Service Hours: 75 hours for a 4-week session, or 150 for an 8-week term—documented.
Recommendation Letters: Collect one from our Director of Programming and Culture—golden for college app!
JC DATES 2026
All Junior Counselors commit to either a 4 or 8 week journey with us.
Full Summer (8 weeks): June 28 - Aug 22 2026
First Half (4 Weeks): June 28 - July 25 2026
Second Half (8 Weeks): July 26 - Aug 22 2026
Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate options outside of these 3 windows.
Ready to Lead?
Ask yourself:
Can I thrive in a busy, immersive, artsy environment?
Did I show responsibility and leadership as a CIT?
Am I ready to grow, inspire, and serve as a role model?
Do I like to work with kids?
Can I go mostly device-free to build meaningful connections?
If the answer is “Yes”—Apply now and take the next big step at Medolark!