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KE Camps

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

... practicum or internship per your college's parameters and complete your summer employment. As a Camp Counselor , you will be an active participant in all camp activities and will assist your Camp ...

Skokie School District 68

School Psychologist

Skokie, IL · On-site

  • Retirement

School psychological services shall be utilized to assist in the process of developing conditions ... and supervised practicum experience requirements. * Bilingual endorsement in Spanish or Urdu ...

Covista

Contract Specialist

Lisle, IL · Hybrid

$42K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... Assistant Studies degree programs. We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per ... Practicum Coordinator and Options Managers to ensure compliance with clinical partners and ...

Covista

Contract Specialist

Lisle, IL · On-site

$42K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... Assistant Studies degree programs. We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per ... Practicum Coordinator and Options Managers to ensure compliance with clinical partners and ...

Chamberlain University

Contract Specialist

Lisle, IL · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... Assistant Studies degree programs. We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per ... Practicum Coordinator and Options Managers to ensure compliance with clinical partners and ...

Amys Aba Therapy Services

Behavior Technician

Palatine, IL · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Supervision, Practicum, and Mentoring for aspiring BCBA's * A rewarding experience helping children ... If no direct ABA experience, 1-2 years working as a Special Education Assistant, Paraprofessional ...

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Is practicum the same as internship?

A practicum is a structured, supervised practical experience often part of an academic program, focusing on applying classroom knowledge in real-world settings. An internship is typically a work experience that may be paid or unpaid, providing hands-on industry exposure. While both involve practical training, a practicum is usually more integrated into coursework and assessment, whereas internships are often more independent work experiences.

How many hours is a practicum assistant?

A practicum assistant typically works between 10 to 20 hours per week, depending on the program requirements and the organization. The schedule may include evening or weekend hours to accommodate the practicum's educational and practical components.
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Summer Day Camp Counselor-Intern

KE Camps

On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Temporary, Internship

Posted 18 days ago

KE Camps rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 59 rated activity centers and activity clubs

Job description

KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for elementary-aged children. Our Staff are the backbone of our programs and therefore, we pride ourselves on giving them an incredible amount of support. As a staff member, we guarantee you will feel a part of the KE Camps Team!

Our Camp Counselor positions have the potential to serve as competitively paid internships that meet your course credit needs.


First and foremost, your primary responsibilities will be as a Camp Counselor. As an Intern, you will be expected to fulfill your regular daily job responsibilities and it will be up to you to complete your internship responsibilities and to ensure that they do not interfere with your work obligations. Contact your college advisor in advance and ask them if you can use your summer camp job as a practicum, internship or for other course credits. If KE Camps can meet your internship requirements, your on-site Camp Director will be your field supervisor and oversee your course work. You will also be connected to a KE Camps contact at our HQ in Skillman, NJ. To receive credit, you must complete the course, practicum or internship per your college's parameters and complete your summer employment.


As a Camp Counselor, you will be an active participant in all camp activities and will assist your Camp Director with a variety of daily tasks, all with the goal of creating a memorable and meaningful camp experience for your campers. Our Counselors interact with our campers throughout the entire day, helping them make friends, try new things, and generally caring for their well-being. The role of a Counselor is to participate, build relationships and have fun while ensuring the physical and emotional safety of every child.

Camp Counselor Qualities

  • Ability to help children grow in character, experiences and insights
  • Ability to guard the health and well-being of campers at all times
  • Capable of sustaining energy for participation in a full day's worth of activities
  • Prior experience working with children
  • Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Consistent, Level-Headed, Flexible, and Calm in all situations
  • CPR/First Aid Certified OR willing to become certified before the summer begins

Camp Counselor Responsibilities

  • Work with group of campers and provide a fun, safe and exciting camp experience
  • Cooperate with fellow Counselors and Camp Director
  • Greet families and campers upon arrival
  • Support Camp Director in establishing rules and emergency procedures with campers
  • Participate in all camp activities
  • Supervise daily swim time in a hands-on manner from within the water (lifeguard certification not required)
  • Help out where needed and lead activities when asked to by the Camp Director
  • Complete other duties, as assigned

Benefits of Interning with KE Camps

  • Build Critical Skills - You will gain skills sought after by employers. 21st Century Skills such as creativity, problem solving, flexibility, collaboration, organization, planning and communication are just a few of the strengths you'll build throughout the summer.
  • Networking Opportunities - You will build professional contacts with other staff and camp alumni. You'll have the opportunity to create connections that can provide a link to future internships and job opportunities in a variety of careers.
  • Hands on Leadership Experience - You will supervise a group of campers, lead programs and positively influence the next generation. This is a hands-on leadership experience in which you will engage in active decision-making, behavior management, and team development.

Our camp is located at Sunset Ridge Country Club in Northfield, IL. Camp will run Tuesday-Friday from June 16 through August 7 - staff members must be available to work the full camp season.

Find out more at www.kecamps.com!

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About KECamps

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KECamps is a distinguished organization situated in Princeton, NJ, USA that lends its expertise to the recreational and summer camp industry. Created with an innovative idea to offer unparalleled camp experiences, the company has been running full-service, traditional summer camps at country clubs nationwide for decades. Offering various enjoyable and educational activities, KECamps sets the benchmark in providing enriching summer experiences for kids. With solid traditions, strong values, and a forward-thinking approach, it has carved a distinctive reputation in the industry.

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Skillman, NJ, US

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