Become a Summer Program Leader

Camp Twin Lakes is looking for passionate young adults to join our Program Staff for Summer 2027.

Live onsite at one of our three campuses during May through August while you facilitate impactful programs, activities, and experiences for children and teens living with serious illnesses, disabilities, and other life challenges.

Our Program Leader experience offers invaluable leadership training and enrichment opportunities that can’t be found at ‘typical’ summer jobs or internships.

No matter your major or career aspirations, working at camp will allow you to learn and develop skills that will greatly enhance your marketability to future employers.

Under the direction of our year-round professional staff, summer Program Leaders develop essential career skills and lifelong connections while working alongside uniquely diverse groups of campers, volunteers, and staff members.

Then & Now: Program Leader Spotlights

Discover your passions, find your people, and cultivate skills that can boost your future career— in any field!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Justin Rowe

4th-Year Medical Student

“I genuinely believe that my time working at Camp Twin Lakes was what got me into medical school. The skills that I cultivated at camp have continued to pay dividends for me.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Whitney Venzant

Patient & Family Experience Specialist

“During my three years on staff, the lessons learned, and experiences I had propelled me into fulfilling roles that I would not have been in otherwise.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Daniel O’Meara, MD

Pediatric Cardiology Fellow

“Camp Twin Lakes fostered my growth in leadership, communication, compassion, teamwork, and problem-solving. All skills required of a physician daily.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lesley Ehmer

Senior Logistics Analyst

“My summers at Camp Twin Lakes helped me learn how to best collaborate among diverse groups of people. It gives me an edge at a global company.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jess Hartz

Companion Animal Veterinarian

“At camp, I realized I could help make people’s lives better through caring for animals, and I made the decision to pursue veterinary medicine. Now, I work full time as a companion animal vet, helping animals at every life stage.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Madi Horist

Special Education Teacher

“I have become a better teacher due to my time at camp—
by remembering what it’s like to slow down, turn challenges into triumphs, and love everyone who walks into my classroom.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Destiny Thompson

Licensed Recreational Therapist

“Working at Camp Twin Lakes helped shape my confidence in creating inclusive, meaningful experiences—skills that directly influence my work today.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Callie Hocker

MD, Pediatric Neurology

“I would not be where I am today without the summer that I spent on staff at CTL. Each camper that I met made it more obvious that I wanted to practice in a field of medicine where I could work with children of all abilities.”

Your Camp Experience

  • Get paid to work in a rewarding and high-value role at a nationally recognized organization
  • Staff housing and daily meals provided at no cost to you
  • Free trainings & certifications (like lifeguarding, CPR, first aid, ropes course, and more!)
  • Expand your critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills
  • Network with and work alongside clinicians, child-life specialists, nonprofit professionals, and other community leaders
  • Learn to lead others through group facilitation and become an ace at public-speaking
  • Receive technical learning of pediatric illnesses, disabilities, and trauma-informed care practices
  • Form international connections with diverse staff from around the globe
  • Fulfill internship requirements and earn academic credit

Find Your Path & Master Skills

We provide opportunities for you to become a leader in a specialized program area. No prior experience necessary!

Inspire Creativity

Help campers realize their creative potential as you lead woodworking, ceramics, drumming, improv, and coordinate magical talent shows.

Become a Water & Whistle Expert

Keep your head on a swivel and ensure the safety of our campers during water-based activities.

Learn the Ropes

Master the ropes course, instruct climbing adventures, and help campers reach new heights.

Grow a Greener Thumb

Help care for our plants and animals and facilitate group activities at our farm!

Help Others Discover the Outdoors

Learn essential wilderness skills and pass your knowledge on to campers.

Hot to Trot? We’ve Got the Spot

Rule the riding ring and help instruct amazing horseback experiences with adaptive equipment that makes it fun for everyone to ride.

FAQ

View our typical day of camp schedule here.

Summer Program Staff live in dedicated cabins shared with 2-3 other staff members. All staff cabins feature air conditioning, bedroom furniture, bathrooms, showers, closet space, and other necessities. View floor plans for staff housing here.

Yes. Meals, snacks, and staff housing are provided at no cost to Summer Program Staff.

Yes! WiFi is available in staff housing and around camp.

No, but Summer Program Staff employment requires a minimum commitment of 6 weeks.

View our staff dress code here.

Yes. Summer Program Staff receive a half-day each Friday and a full day off on Saturdays.

No. There are activity areas and resting spots that are located indoors, but you’ll spend most of your day outside with campers!

Summer Program Staff assist campers from 6 to 17 years of age.

Yes. All Summer Program Staff have access to a free laundry facility on-site at Camp.

There are nightly scheduled events, such as campfires, camp-wide games, and group activities that you will participate in.

Yes. All Camp Twin Lakes campuses are located within an hour drive from Atlanta and Athens.

Ready to Learn More?

Questions? Email our Recruitment Coordinator, Caroline Bowers: [email protected]