Part Time - Athletics - Youth Camp Counselor
PennState • United States of America, Penn State Brandywine,
Posted: February 25, 2026
Job Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Penn State Brandywine, located just outside of Philadelphia, in Media, Pa., is seeking a Youth Camp counselors for the Brandywine Athletics multi-sport youth camps. This opening is part-time seasonal. The youth camp counselors will lead the Penn State Brandywine Athletics Youth Camp programs during the weeks of June 15, June 22, June 29, & July 13th, and a 1-day camp on August 5th. Counselors must be able to commit to all camp dates.
Job Duties
The Youth Camp Director will manage all operations for the program, including but not limited to:
- Promoting the camp
- Follow all University policies regarding youth programming
- Create camp itinerary and effectively implement the camp
- Selecting, training, and supervising camp counselors
Requirements and Qualifications
- Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of experience working youth camps.
May require the ability to work in an outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of experience working youth camps. Electronically submit a cover letter, coaching and recruiting philosophy, and resume. Applications accepted until the vacancy is filled.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
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.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
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 814-865-1473.
Additional Content
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Penn State Brandywine, located just outside of Philadelphia, in Media, Pa., is seeking a Youth Camp counselors for the Brandywine Athletics multi-sport youth camps. This opening is part-time seasonal. The youth camp counselors will lead the Penn State Brandywine Athletics Youth Camp programs during the weeks of June 15, June 22, June 29, & July 13th, and a 1-day camp on August 5th. Counselors must be able to commit to all camp dates.
Job Duties
The Youth Camp Director will manage all operations for the program, including but not limited to:
- Promoting the camp
- Follow all University policies regarding youth programming
- Create camp itinerary and effectively implement the camp
- Selecting, training, and supervising camp counselors
Requirements and Qualifications
- Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of experience working youth camps.
May require the ability to work in an outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of experience working youth camps. Electronically submit a cover letter, coaching and recruiting philosophy, and resume. Applications accepted until the vacancy is filled.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
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.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
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 814-865-1473.