Part Time - Youth Programs - Summer Camp Counselor

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Abington seeks to hire part‑time Youth Program camp counselors for grades 3‑12. Counselors should be available between June 22nd, 2026, and August 13th, 2026. Must be available between June 12th and June 18th for an in‑person orientation at Penn State Abington.

• Counselors must work collaboratively with the Youth Program Director, camp instructors, and Continuing Education staff to create an inviting, enjoyable, and educational environment for students.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills are required.
• Must be outgoing, work well with children, and have strong customer service skills.
• Candidates who are students at Penn State Abington are preferred.

Multiple vacancies are available for this opening. To be considered for this position, applicants must apply online and submit a resume including any relevant experience, and cover letter stating your interest.

Employment is also contingent upon adequate student enrollment in the Youth Programs.

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Penn State is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact .

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.