Part-Time Summer Camp Program Positions, Bradford Woods

The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's Indiana University experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well‑being are our core mission.

Bradford Woods, a proud department within the Office of Student Life, offers a unique blend of adventure, learning, and personal growth. For over 65 years, we have provided recreational, educational, and leadership development opportunities to youth and adults from all walks of life. We strive to create an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and truly knows they belong at Indiana University.

Are you ready to make an impact? We are excited to announce several anticipated part‑time positions for Summer 2026, including roles in leadership, program implementation, and cabin life. Our team is looking for energetic and passionate individuals to join us in creating unforgettable summer experiences!

Program Instructors at Bradford Woods are responsible for designing, implementing, and leading inclusive, adaptive programming tailored to the interests and abilities of campers. These roles span a variety of focus areas including adventure challenge, creative arts, music therapy, nature exploration, recreation, and evening programming and are grounded in a commitment to camper engagement, safety, and personal growth. All positions require active participation in the camp community, including living in cabins, assisting with camper personal care and medical procedures, and fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

• Creates written activity plans, adapt programming in collaboration with cabin teams, and lead both daily and camp-wide activities such as Challenge Day and evening events.
• Adventure Challenge Instructor
  • Responsible for organizing, leading, and supervising a variety of adventure-based programs that follow the 'Challenge by Choice' philosophy and are designed to meet the needs of all participants. Activities may include ground-based initiatives, low and high challenge courses, climbing towers, zip line, and other recreational camp activities.
  • Conducts and documents pre‑and post- inventories of adventure challenge equipment.
  • Performs regular equipment checks to ensure safety.
  • Reports repair or replacement needs in a timely manner.
  • Follows all policies and procedures regarding the use of elements and equipment as developed by Bradford Woods.
• Creative Artis Program Instructor
  • Responsible for creating written activity plans and working closely with cabin staff to adapt activities so that every camper can fully participate and enjoy the experience. Some activities may include painting canvases, working with air‑dry clay, making perler bead creations, or creating emotion monsters, among many others.
  • Assists with evening programs as assigned by the Evening Program Instructor.
  • Runs a Challenge Day station (tie‑dy or friendship bracelets).
  • Engages with campers in their assigned cabin group to ensure a positive and supportive experience.
• Evening Program Instructor
  • Responsible for written activity plans and collaborating with the Logistics Coordinators to assign program staff and interns to support evening activities.
  • Works closely with Logistics Coordinator to delegate responsibilities.
  • Ensures nightly programs run smoothly and inclusively for all campers.
  • Hosts an opening campfire on Sunday night and a closing campfire on Thursday night.
  • Other evening programs include talent shows, scavenger hunts, minute to win it, revenge of the campers, and many more.
• Music Therapy Program Instructor
  • Responsible for creating written activity plans and working closely with cabin staff to adapt activities so that every camper can fully participate and enjoy the experience. Some activities may include rhythm circles, songwriting, drum painting, karaoke, movement with music, and many more.
  • Assists with evening programs…