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Cummins Inc.

2025 - Summer Intern Co-op Conversion

Bangor, ME · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

This requisition is for 2025 Summer Intern/Co-op Conversion candidates with assignment end dates ... Functional Talent Scouts (function or engineering subfunction), who are CC03 or higher employees ...

Cummins Inc.

2025 - Summer Intern Co-op Conversion

Augusta, ME · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

This requisition is for 2025 Summer Intern/Co-op Conversion candidates with assignment end dates ... Functional Talent Scouts (function or engineering subfunction), who are CC03 or higher employees ...

Cummins Inc.

2025 - Summer Intern Co-op Conversion

Auburn, ME · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

This requisition is for 2025 Summer Intern/Co-op Conversion candidates with assignment end dates ... Functional Talent Scouts (function or engineering subfunction), who are CC03 or higher employees ...

Symmetry

$15.75 - $21/hr

Our data security posture management platform is engineered specifically to address modern data ... Remote Duration: 10-12 weeks (Summer 2025)

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What is summer programming?

Summer programming refers to a variety of organized educational or recreational activities offered during the summer months, typically for children and teenagers. These programs can include academic enrichment, coding or computer science classes, sports, arts, and other specialized interests. Summer programming provides opportunities for learning new skills, socializing, and keeping students engaged while school is out. Many organizations, schools, and camps offer summer programming to help participants continue their development in a fun and supportive environment.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a summer programming coordinator?

In a summer programming role, your daily responsibilities often include planning, organizing, and leading activities or workshops for participants, whether they are children, teens, or adults. You’ll coordinate with other team members to ensure that the program schedule runs smoothly, adapt activities to meet group needs, and foster a positive, inclusive environment. Additionally, you may be responsible for managing supplies, handling participant questions, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Collaboration and flexibility are key, as each day can bring new challenges and rewarding experiences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer program coordinator?

To thrive as a Summer Program Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, experience in youth program planning, and often a background in education or recreation. Familiarity with scheduling software, registration systems, and first aid/CPR certification is typically required. Leadership, creativity, and effective communication are standout soft skills for engaging participants and managing diverse teams. These skills ensure safe, enjoyable, and smoothly run programs that meet the needs of children and families.

What is the difference between Summer Programming vs Summer Camp Counselor?

AspectSummer ProgrammingSummer Camp Counselor
Required CredentialsVaries; often includes teaching or activity certificationsTypically requires youth supervision experience; certifications like CPR may be preferred
Work EnvironmentEducational settings, community centers, or specialized programsOutdoor or recreational camp settings, often in nature
Employer & Industry UsageSchools, nonprofits, educational organizationsSummer camps, recreational organizations
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding program roles, qualifications, and responsibilitiesLearning about youth supervision and camp activities

Summer Programming involves developing and managing educational or activity-based programs, often in formal settings. Summer Camp Counselors focus on supervising and engaging children in outdoor or recreational activities at camps. While both roles involve working with youth during summer, Summer Programming emphasizes program development and instruction, whereas Summer Camp Counselors focus on supervision and activity facilitation.

What are the most commonly searched types of Programming jobs in Maine?

The most popular types of Programming jobs in Maine are:

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Infographic showing various Summer Programming job openings in Maine as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 33% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Summer Day Camp Counselor-Assistant Instructor

Portland, ME • On-site

Mad Science of Maine
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$560 - $715/wk

Full-time

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Job description


Are you an enthusiastic, outgoing, dynamic, and self-directed individual?! Do you wish to gain leadership skills, educational experience, and have FUN inside work and still have enough time to have fun outside of work?! Mad Science is currently hiring for full-time summer lead and assistant camp instructors from June through August! Camps run from 9:00 - 3:00 pm, so you could be out of work as early as 3:15/3:30pm almost every weekday this summer!
Facilitating Mad Science Camp programs requires high energy and working with children. But, you don't have to be a scientist to work with us! We'll teach you everything you need to know and all the Mad Science tricks before sending you off on your own.
Working with children from 1st-6th grade, you will inspire the next generation of scientists through our innovative camp program. Our staff is made up of teachers, ed-techs, retired teachers, artists, farmers, aspiring teachers, people seeking diverse work experience, and all of the above!
As an Assistant staff to our Lead Instructor, you will help facilitate our science camp by helping with hands-on projects, behavior management, kid check in and out procedures, outdoor games, and more. You will work with our Lead staff to create a fun and safe and environment for our campers.
Your daily hours come to about 6.5-6.75 hours. After the first week, we build proficiency in our process. Please note, at our Portland location we run Aftercare, this runs until 5:30pm and we provide additional compensation. We have some weeks built in as days off, with the options to assist others or take the week off.
Requirements
Requirements:
  • An Outgoing, animated, fun personality! (Being weird is a VERY good thing here!)
  • A dependable car as you will be required to commute to different locations throughout Maine and New Hampshire
  • Commit to the entire summer schedule. Some camp topics offer 1-2 weeks off during the summer season.
  • Ability to pass a background check
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Good attitude is a requirement

Preferred:
  • Experience working with children ages 5-12
  • Classroom and behavioral management skills
  • Organized, independent, and have attention to detail
  • Have the ability to work with up to 20 children at a time (with some assistance and a 1:10 student to teacher ratio)
  • Science Course Work (You do NOT need a science background, but interest in science and learning is crucial!)
  • Experience working with special needs
  • College degree or pursuit of higher education
  • Classroom and Experiential Teaching experience
  • Current CPR/First Aid Certification (Certification may be provided)

Benefits
Compensation & Benefits:
  • Lead /Assistant Instructor for Camps: $110-$143 per day week + Set Travel Compensation
  • Camp Dates: June 20th- August 26th (some start the week after)
  • Orientation is required, but flexible.
  • Orientation dates (tentative): First or Second Week of June
  • Orientation Compensation: $80
  • PAID Training: Additional training will be given per topic before camp start dates.
  • Training Compensation: $18/hour
  • Instructors teaching in Portland will be required to do AfterCare 1-2 times per week while at Chevrus School. This will be a few times per instructor for the entire duration of summer. The schedule will be determined before the start of camp. Compensation is an additional $25/hour per aftercare that may go until 5:30.

Additional benefits:
  • Gas cards
  • Travel compensation
  • Orientation stipend
  • Paid Training
  • Free programming for children/reduced for close relatives

APPLY TODAY! We can't wait to work with you!
Also, looking for an internship? We are also looking for interns to step into an Assistant Role. We'll conduct weekly check-ins to make sure that you're getting all you need! You'll receive 40 hours paid training in child development, behavioral management, group dynamics, team building, collaboration & more!
All staff must complete a background check in order to work with Mad Science participants in a camp setting.
Mad Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mad Science does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

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