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How much do summer staff jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer staff in Springfield, IL is $15.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.37 and $17.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer staff?

Summer Staff are temporary employees hired by organizations, such as camps, schools, or recreational programs, to help manage activities and support operations during the summer months. Their duties can include supervising children, organizing events, assisting with administrative tasks, and ensuring a safe environment for participants. These positions are popular among students and young adults looking to gain work experience, develop leadership skills, and earn income during their summer break. Employment periods typically run from late spring to early fall, depending on the organization's schedule.

What are the typical responsibilities and team dynamics for summer staff positions at camps or recreation programs?

Summer Staff members typically handle a variety of tasks, such as supervising campers, leading activities, assisting with event setup, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Teamwork is essential—staff often collaborate closely with counselors, program directors, and support teams to coordinate schedules and address campers' needs. The fast-paced environment encourages flexibility, clear communication, and a supportive attitude. This role also provides valuable experience in leadership and conflict resolution, which can be beneficial for future career advancement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer staff member, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Staff member, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with basic skills in supervision, organization, and activity planning. Familiarity with scheduling software, safety protocols, and possibly CPR/First Aid certification is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and teamwork help Summer Staff members build rapport with participants and colleagues. These competencies ensure a safe, engaging, and smoothly run program environment during the busy summer season.

What is the difference between Summer Staff vs Camp Counselor?

AspectSummer StaffCamp Counselor
Required CredentialsVaries; often includes basic background checks, CPR/First AidSimilar; often requires CPR/First Aid certification, background check
Work EnvironmentVarious settings like camps, resorts, outdoor programsPrimarily outdoor camp settings, working with children
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across summer programs, camps, outdoor recreationSpecific to summer camps, youth programs
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, requirements, and differencesLooking for youth camp roles, responsibilities

Summer Staff is a broad term encompassing various roles in summer programs, including administrative and support positions, while Camp Counselors specifically work directly with children in outdoor camp settings. Both roles often require similar certifications like CPR and background checks. The main difference lies in the scope of responsibilities and work environment, with Summer Staff covering a wider range of positions beyond just counseling.

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Infographic showing various Summer Staff job openings in Springfield, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,747 per year, or $15.7 per hour.

Summer Job - House Painter, Springfield, Illinois

Springfield, IL • On-site

College Works Painting
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about College Works Paintingexternal

$16 - $20/hr

Temporary

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Job description

This is a seasonal summer job opportunity running May through September.
About Us:
The company brand is built on proudly delivering quality workmanship at a fair price. Maintaining immaculate job sites while earning the esteemed trust of customers are key company values. Every residential painting project exclusively utilizes top-of-the-line materials applied by team members who are resourceful, polite and energetic. College Works proudly displays customer satisfaction ratings that are among the highest in the home painting industry.
Why College Works?
As a painter for College Works, you can count on:
A Full Schedule: of 40-hours of work per week.
Quality Projects: You will be working on residential painting projects of various sizes from home to home. The high-volume nature of this business model means plenty of variety, as you will be moving from one location to another every few days.
Competitive Pay and Bonuses: College Works rewards hard work, so you can be paid according to your performance should you learn to excel at this work and become highly efficient.
Comprehensive Training and a Leader in Safety: Your training will include safety protocols which include and exceed current OSHA guidelines and EPA lead safety requirements. You will learn painting skills, safety procedures and finishing techniques at one of the company supplier locations as well as on the job as you work under the supervision of an experienced project manager.
Project Management and Top of the Line Equipment and Materials: You can expect to be given highly-specified directions for each project according to customer requests, and you will be equipped with top-of-the-line tools and materials. Communication with your manager shall take place throughout the project, day in and day out, from beginning to end.
Quality Work in a Safe and Fun Environment: This position is ideal for those who love spending time outside, collaborating with other personable individuals and serving customers who are excited to be having their houses painted. The company's high standard of quality will help develop the quality of your workmanship and personal standards of follow-through and integrity.
Primary Job Responsibilities Include:
  • Prepare surfaces for painting by power-washing, scraping, sanding, and priming
  • Caulking, masking windows, brushing and rolling trim
  • Perform painting tasks with precision, attention to detail, and efficiently
  • Maintain a clean work environment
  • Communicate effectively team members and clients
  • Follow all company safety regulations
  • Uphold company values and deliver excellent customer service
Qualifications:
  • Worth ethic and accountability
  • Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to have fun while working hard, contributing to a positive and enjoyable work environment.
  • Professionalism is very important
Minimum Requirements:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must have a car and valid driver's license
Benefits:
  • Training provided
  • Performance bonuses
  • Opportunities for advancement
Pay:
$16-$20/hr plus bonuses
Physical Requirements:
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers to feel and handle, reach with arms and hands, see, talk, and hear.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee may incidentally be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch, lift weight or exert a force up to a maximum of 25 pounds.

The above description is not intended to be an "all-inclusive" list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor is it intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, it is intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
About College Works
College Works Painting provides you with "the outside the classroom" experience you need to find your edge and excel in the business world. The company vision is to deliver a hands-on, world-class, life-changing learning experience about the mechanics of the professional world. With College Works, you can become one of tomorrow's leaders by putting yourself in charge today!
The core belief at College Works Painting is that young adults with drive, ambition, and commitment can do amazing things when given the right opportunity, instruction and support. The goal is simple: To provide a life-changing experience to young people who enroll in the student internship program. Thus far, has built one of the largest residential painting companies in the world.
VISION: To be the greatest professional learning experience any of our staff ever have.
MISSION: Building tomorrow's leaders.
At College Works Painting, we celebrate the diversity of our employees and our leadership. College Works Painting is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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